Saturday Night Movie - Porco Rosso

"Porco Rosso" is a 1992 animated film directed by Hayao Miyazaki and produced by Studio Ghibli. Set in the 1920s, the story follows an Italian World War I fighter ace named Marco Pagot, who has been transformed into an anthropomorphic pig due to a mysterious curse. Living in the Adriatic Sea, he works as a bounty hunter, capturing air pirates who threaten the safety of travelers.

Porco, as he is known, is a cynical yet charming character, grappling with his past and the horrors of war. His life takes a turn when he encounters a young and talented aircraft mechanic named Fio Piccolo, who helps him repair his plane after a battle with a group of American pilots led by the charming Donald Curtis. As they work together, Fio's resourcefulness and determination inspire Porco to confront his own demons.

The film beautifully blends themes of love, loss, and redemption, all…