Mononoke Hime (dub) Episode — 1

: Prince Ashitaka kills the demon but is inflicted with a deadly curse that manifests as a spreading mark on his arm.

: On the advice of the village Oracle, Ashitaka cuts his hair (signifying a permanent departure) and journeys west to find the Forest Spirit and a potential cure. Mononoke Hime (Dub) Episode 1

: The film opens with a giant boar god, corrupted into a demon (a tatarigami ), attacking an Emishi village. : Prince Ashitaka kills the demon but is

: The English version features a celebrated translation by author Neil Gaiman and includes a verbal opening narration by Keith David that explains the ancient forest gods. : The English version features a celebrated translation

If you are looking for the beginning of the legendary Studio Ghibli film, the "first act" introduces the prince Ashitaka and the curse that sets the plot in motion. :

: Billy Crudup (Ashitaka), Claire Danes (San), Minnie Driver (Lady Eboshi), and Gillian Anderson (Moro). 2. Mononoke (2007 TV Series) – Episode 1