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Isao Takahata and His Tale of the Princess Kaguya (SD, 86 minutes): While a DVD copy of the feature film is included, a second DVD is devoted to this very candid feature-length documentary that details the production of director/co-writer Isao Takahata's latest. Setting out with the small goal of creating his "magnum opus," the humble, soft-spoken, oft-times weary Takahata doesn't shy away from the camera, even when tired or frustrated, and presses on, even when he has a script and voice cast but no drawings with which to inspire them. It's a wonderful glimpse into Takahata's corner of Studio Ghibli, a revealing look into the filmmaker's creative process, and a must-see component of Kaguya's Blu-ray release (not to mention one that pairs perfectly with The Kingdom of Dreams and Madness).
Please note, however: this version of "Isao Takahata and His Tale of the Princess Kaguya is unfortunately an 86-minute edited version of a much longer documentary. Not ideal by a long shot.
•Announcement of the Completion of the Film (HD, 40 minutes): Far more substantial than a simple "announcement" video, Nippon Television's Taichi Masu hosts a press panel featuring the staff and voice cast of The Tale of Princess Kaguya. Participants include President of Nippon Television Network Corporation Yoshio Okubo, director/co-writer Isao Takahata, co-writer Riko Sakaguchi, theme song composer Kazumi Nikaido, Aki Asakura (Princess Kaguya), Kengo Kora (Sutemaru), Nobuko Miyamoto (The Bamboo Cutter's wife), Tomoko Tabata (Me no Warawa), Ryudo Uzaki (Minister of the Military) and Takaya Kamikawa (Prince Ishitsukuri).
•Japanese Trailers and TV Spots (HD, 14 minutes): A lengthy collection of previews and promos.
•US Trailers (HD, 3 minutes): Additional marketing, as seen in the US.
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