Clik here to view.
The Secret World Of Arrietty Blu-ray Review
“The Secret World Of Arrietty” is another Studio Ghibli gem. Based on the classic book “The Borrowers,” “The Secret World Of Arrietty” revoles around a miniature sized family who borrow items from...
View ArticleClik here to view.
The Art Of Porco Rosso, Howl’s Moving Castle, and Ponyo Book Reviews
Fans of director Hayao Miyazaki will go gaga over “The Art of Ponyo,” “The Art of Howl’s Moving Castle,” and “The Art of Porco Rosso.” Much like the previously reviewed “The Art of My Neighbor...
View ArticleClik here to view.
The Art Of The Wind Rises Book Review
“The Art of the Wind Rises” tackles Miyazaki’s latest and possibly last film. As with the past “The Art of” books, the hardcover edition of “The Art of the Wind Rises” is stacked with material that...
View ArticleClik here to view.
The Art Of Princess Mononoke Book Review
“The Art of Princess Mononoke” may very well be the best of the “The Art of” Studio Ghibli books. “The Art of Princess Mononoke” hardcover book begins with 8 pages of poems followed by an intro by...
View ArticleClik here to view.
The Kingdom Of Dreams And Madness DVD Review
Animation lovers and film buffs will find much to admire about “The Kingdom of Dreams and Madness.” When it comes to animated cinema, Studio Ghibli is unquestionably up there with the likes of Disney....
View ArticleClik here to view.
The Cat Returns Blu-ray Review
“The Cat Returns” is an overlooked Studio Ghibli title. After saving a cat carrying a gift box (who turns out to be a Prince), a human schoolgirl (Haru) is visited by members of the Cat Kingdom (led by...
View ArticleNausicaä of the Valley of the Wind Blu-ray Review
You can’t go wrong with Hayao Miyazaki. Writer/director Hayao Miyazaki’s “Nausicaä of the Valley of the Wind” is a post-apocalyptic story in which factions of humans live in habitable locations while...
View ArticleCastle In The Sky Blu-ray Review
“Castle In The Sky” is a fun adventure. In “Castle In The Sky,” an apprentice engineer (Pazu) meets a young girl (Sheeza) who possesses a mysterious glowing crystal that is sought by pirates and...
View ArticlePorco Rosso Blu-ray Review
“Porco Rosso” is an underrated Miyazaki film. Set in a post WW1 era filled with seaplanes and pirates, “Porco Rosso” revolves around the titular hot shot pilot/bounty hunter/war veteran. The film...
View ArticleThe Cat Returns Blu-ray Review (GKids Edition)
“The Cat Returns” is a Studio Ghibli winner. The Story: Upon rescuing a Prince cat, a young girl named Haru finds her life turned upside down. She becomes visited by cats from the Cat Kingdom, she...
View ArticleMy Neighbors The Yamadas Blu-ray Review
“My Neighbors The Yamadas” is a charming animated comedy. “My Neighbors The Yamadas” is not your average Studio Ghibli film in many respects. The animation style is not done in the standard anime form....
View ArticleWhisper Of The Heart Blu-ray Review
“Whisper of the Heart” is a poignant character driven Studio Ghibli film. Unlike many Studio Ghibli films, “Whisper of the Heart” is a grounded story that revolves around a young girl named Shizuku who...
View ArticlePom Poko Blu-ray Review
“Pom Poko” is a weird and relatively obscure Studio Ghibli film. The Plot: The tanuki (AKA raccoon dogs) living in the Tama Hills near Japan are facing a crisis. Not only are the tanuki being displaced...
View ArticleTales From Earthsea Blu-ray Review
“Tales From Earthsea” is a beautifully animated Studio Ghibli film that never quite reaches its full potential. Based on the fantasy book series by author Ursula K. Le Guin (who sadly just passed...
View ArticleThe Art Of The Secret World Of Arrietty Book Review
“The Art Of The Secret World Of Arrietty” is another must have for Studio Ghibli fans. Studio Ghibli fans rejoice! Viz Media has released another art of book. This time it’s for the underrated “The...
View ArticleRonja, The Robber’s Daughter Blu-ray Review
“Ronja The Robber’s Daughter” is an endearing anime series, but it runs a bit long. Based on Astrid Lindgren’s novel, “Ronja, The Robber’s Daughter” is a 26 episode Studio Ghibli animated series...
View ArticleThe Wind Rises Blu-ray/DVD Combo Pack Review
“The Wind Rises” is a strange Miyazaki film. After his dream of becoming a pilot fails to become a reality, Jiro decides to pursue a career as a plane designer after being coaxed to do so by a mentor...
View ArticleSpirited Away: Live On Stage Blu-ray Review
“Spirited Away: Live On Stage” soars. After a brief theatrical stint via Fathom Events, GKIDS/Shout Factory is bringing “Spirited Away: Live On Stage” to Blu-ray. Directed by John Caird of “Les...
View Article
