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Miyazaki's Best to Date
by Ashley K (movies profile)
Oct 8, 2007
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5 people found this review helpful
When I first heard about this movie, I wasn't to thrilled to see it. The descriptions that I was given- including the summary on the back of the case- made the movie seem uninteresting. It didn't help that the movie was as long as it was. However, being a Miyazaki fan, I rented it anyway. Surprise, surprise, I was completely blown away.
The visuals, from the beautiful forest landscapes to the inside of Iron Town are dazzling, some of the best I've ever seen.
The characters- Ashitaka, San, Moro, Lady Iboshi- are all well rounded and easy to become fond of. Also, they- just like the scenery- are incredibly well designed. Personally, I enjoyed the look of San- the wolf princess- the best of all. I've never seen a girl character who looked like that up until this film, and I loved it.
However, what really draws you and keeps you glue to your seat is the story. To me, it was heart pumping, epic, beautiful, and realistic all at once. Not to mention it was completely original, which is what I look for most in any film.
Another thing I quite enjoyed was how Miyazaki dealt with the relationships of the characters, especially Ashitaka and San. He made their relationship- just like the story itself- intense. Yet, at the same time, he made them very sweet and loving. The thing I enjoy most about their relationship was that there was no sappy kiss seen to cheapen it. You could tell they loved each other even without the mushy crap that tends to ruin American movies.
Before I end this review, I will say this- THIS IS NOT A MOVIE FOR YOUNG OR IMMATURE CHILDREN! I have noticed parents make this same mistake again and again. They think that just because a movie is a cartoon, it should be alright for their children to watch. This is not the case. There is a reason this is the only Miyazaki movie not produced by Disney. It is because this movie is the most violent Miyazaki film to date. Bloodshed is common, and two main characters end up dying somewhat brutal deaths (thankfully, these aren't terribly bloody, but they still might scare the younger audience).
However, I assure you, none of the violence is pointless. The bloodshed and deaths all have their place to advance the plot.
In conclusion, I highly recommend this movie to anyone who is looking for something original, creative, beautiful, awe-inspiring, and completely touching, you'll love Princess Mononoke. |
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