tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1003345269984484749.post4460011258509797190..comments2024-03-22T09:33:19.635-04:00Comments on 2,500 Movies Challenge: #97. Spirited Away (2001)DVD Infatuationhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02986606131886453883noreply@blogger.comBlogger9125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1003345269984484749.post-4792083904444133982014-12-23T09:49:05.521-05:002014-12-23T09:49:05.521-05:00I agree and disagree with you, Doc. I think all of...I agree and disagree with you, Doc. I think all of Miyazaki's films are masterpieces in their own right. This one, however, is the most accessible (and relatable). There is no denying that this is a superb tale oozing with likable characters and gorgeous animation. Miyazaki and everyone at Studio Ghibli are truly masters of their craft. It really pains me that some people can't see past the animation, because movies like these deserve to be treated as real movies and not dismissed as just another Saturday morning cartoon.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14680465389483151500noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1003345269984484749.post-91576507824782714922011-03-04T12:15:25.440-05:002011-03-04T12:15:25.440-05:00Brad: Princess Mononoke is another gem, a wonderfu...Brad: Princess Mononoke is another gem, a wonderful film! For me, though, there's no topping Spirited Away. I love the character arcs, the story, and how magical the world is. Of course, MONONOKE is no slouch in any of these areas, either...more proof that Miyazaki is a master at his craft.<br /><br />Thanks for stopping by, and for the comment.DVD Infatuationhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02986606131886453883noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1003345269984484749.post-21654172510249507632011-03-04T11:52:34.222-05:002011-03-04T11:52:34.222-05:00Princess Mononoke was perfect in my book. Spirited...Princess Mononoke was perfect in my book. Spirited Away was also great.. but there didn't seem to be as much detail like there was in Princess. Overall though, ANY Miyazaki animated feature is better then one that isn't Miyazaki :)<br /><br />with the exception of Akira.Bradhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12765940979382963444noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1003345269984484749.post-68207638308465677662011-02-21T14:56:12.564-05:002011-02-21T14:56:12.564-05:00Klaus: Agreed. It's perfect in every way (and...Klaus: Agreed. It's perfect in every way (and you'll enjoy PRINCESS MONONOKE as well).DVD Infatuationhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02986606131886453883noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1003345269984484749.post-92180967828665960072011-02-21T11:25:55.514-05:002011-02-21T11:25:55.514-05:00I don't think a better animated film has ever ...I don't think a better animated film has ever been made. It's such a beautifully crafted production in every way. Despite loving this film the very first time I saw it - I hadn't picked up on its similarities to Alice in Wonderland until I re-watched it yesterday. <br /><br />I haven't seen Grave of the Fireflies - i'll have to check it out after Princess Mononoke.Klaushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05006608076041962884noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1003345269984484749.post-57775359705596148692011-02-20T22:21:01.885-05:002011-02-20T22:21:01.885-05:00Keith: I have seen GRAVE OF THE FIREFLIES, but it ...Keith: I have seen GRAVE OF THE FIREFLIES, but it was quite a while ago. I do recall that it was incredibly moving, and I intend to watch it again during this experiment of mine.<br /><br />Thanks again for stopping by, and for the comment. It's appreciated.DVD Infatuationhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02986606131886453883noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1003345269984484749.post-54102603522610561202011-02-20T19:20:03.483-05:002011-02-20T19:20:03.483-05:00Thanks for checking out my art, Dave.
Oh BTW, ha...Thanks for checking out my art, Dave. <br /><br />Oh BTW, have you ever seen Grave of the Fireflies? Such an incredibly powerful and poignant movie. Anime at a different level of storytelling.Keith Linkhttp://keithalink.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1003345269984484749.post-11692386700799664592011-02-20T05:41:24.230-05:002011-02-20T05:41:24.230-05:00@Keith: Thanks for stopping by, and for the commen...@Keith: Thanks for stopping by, and for the comment.<br /><br />Your point is an excellent one. Miyazaki does, indeed, show a level of respect for children that most animated films do not. His stories are rich, and his characters multi-dimensional. His is a true master of his craft.<br /><br />KIKI'S DELIVERY SERVICE and PRINCESS MONONOKE are also excellent films (as is his recent PONYO). KIKI'S especially: In fact, I may rank that one just behind SPIRITED AWAY. But then, I have yet to see a Miyazaki film that didn't impress me at some level.<br /><br />Thanks again for the comment (and BTW, great site...some really fascinating artwork you got there)DVD Infatuationhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02986606131886453883noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1003345269984484749.post-374682073882879992011-02-20T04:39:16.599-05:002011-02-20T04:39:16.599-05:00I agree. This is such a magical and imaginative fi...I agree. This is such a magical and imaginative film. His films never "talk down" to children like so much American animation tends to do. Instead he puts them in unique and challenging situations and shows they have the strength to find their way through. I also enjoyed Kiki's Delivery Service and Princess Mononoke.Keith Linkhttp://keithalink.comnoreply@blogger.com