Check out Nausicaa, it tells us where we are at!

 The movie hold up well.

Moebius was a partial inspiration to him. Jean Giraud even drew a pin-up poster for him.

The movie has a great plot, and strong characters, oh, and it is directed by Miyasaki. There is a blu-ray edition.

If you are in Northern California, check out the Sac Anime show!