9/10
Masterful
7 October 2023
Visually striking, this film at moments took my breath away. The storyline is layered and I cannot wait to watch it over and over again to pick up more. The film itself tackles concepts of grief, loss, and community through the lens and understanding of a child.

I think this is one of Miyazaki's most beautiful creations. The effects are so realistic, the worlds created are new but also feel like they could be in the same universe as Howl's Moving Castle.

The story is less obvious, this one feels muted and subjective. Which I believe is intentional due to circumstances within the written universe and main character.

Truly worth the watch and will be a forever repeat for me with most of his classic films.
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