Whisper of the Heart
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Movie Reviews of Whisper of the Heart
Movie Review: An Extraordinary Surprise
Summary: 5 Stars
Having purchased this film knowing nothing of it but its pedigree (the wonderful Ghibli Studio whose other terrific films I was familiar with), I couldn't believe in retrospect how fortunate I was that I took such a chance. The last time I felt this enchanted with an animated film was the first time I saw "Spirited Away" in the theater (although "Wallace and Gromit" runs a close second). The film moves from strength to strength, filled with naturalistic dialogue, convincing voices and stunning animation. But what makes it extraordinary is the charming, emotionally resonant story. The filmmakers have captured the moments in every child's life when they first feel the inklings of adult love. That they do so in such a sensitive manner with three dimensional characters portrayed visually in two dimensions only makes the accomplishment that much greater. No matter your own age, this film will be a revelation to you, as it was to me.Movie Review: Searching for your goals...
Summary: 5 Stars
Whisper of the Heart is a wonderful story about a schoolgirl, Shizuku, who is worried about her future. What will she be? What can she do? When she meets Seiji, a mysterious boy who seems to be able to do anything, her fears for her future increases. So she starts out to follow her dreams, to see how far she can get. Will she prove able to meet her goals and fulfill her dreams or will she fail, lost and with no direction in life?
In addition to the main plot there is also a touch of romance and fantasy. The two disc set includes some special features but don't buy it for the extras. The movie is the one and only reason to buy the set. Brought to us by the folks of Studio Ghibli (Spirited Away, My Neighbor Totoro) which is a studio I feel great respect for. They really make good anime, with high standards and touching stories that don't talk down to the viewers, be they adults or kids.
Movie Review: Walt Disney & Pixtar eat your heart out, SUCKERS!
Summary: 5 Stars
Ghibli studio in Japan give's American studios a run for it's money. They don't need to make their cartoon movies in 3D in order to make it good animation like the U.S. does all the time. Cause America lost it's talent in doing hand drawn cartoons.
I have never seen such a touching love story between two young people, driving each other to achieve their aim in life by doing self-discovery. What makes me realize is we don't have to know someone in real life to push ourselves to achieve something. They can be far away from us or a stranger to be our role model in life.
This story can occur in reality and who knows? The story line is simple but very interesting. It also makes you think whether you have such an inspiration in life, whether our partner give us an inspiration in doing what we want in life or just live another day.
Movie Review: Whisper of the Heart
Summary: 5 Stars
'Whisper Of The Heart' follows a school girls experience of first love and how it inspires her to follow her dreams in life. The animation is the usual high quality we've come to expect from any Ghibli film and this film doesn't have that surreal feel to it that 'Howls Moving Castle' or 'Spirited Away' engender. There are many moments where you'll smile or laugh to yourself and the story is sweet and charming. I found the ending a touch abrupt, but that is a minor flaw and doesn't detract from the overall feel or quality of this film. You should finish this film with a nice warm glow inside and also inspired to work harder at fulfilling your life's dreams. I know I did! Another great Ghibli film and well worth a viewing.
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Movie Review: Love At This Age
Summary: 5 Stars
When you think about kids in love you know it's just puppy love but Whisper Of The Heart seems to be full-grown. Even in middle school these kids get great grades and still are able to maintain lives of love. The story is simple girl hates guy but eventually they fall in love with each other except this is a pure love story that isn't tainted by raunchiness or anything too old that would feel uncomfortable. It's truly the way true love stories are created and that's at an early age when it is considered as friendship first. Originally made in 95 but the animation is perfect for this type of movie and the voice actors hit the target. Whisper Of The Heart makes you wish you had the same whisper when you were this age and shows you what it could've been like if you did.