I've seen all 3 versions

Rating: 10/10 (16 July 2006)

The 1st version I saw, was the Japanese version (with subtitles)! It struck me how funny their 'cartoons' are. I remember seeing many different ones, as a young person, and again, when my now 21 yr old daughter was small. I didn't realize how similar the figures are. Anyway, I then viewed the Disney version on TV with the Pixar guy telling us how he loved Hayao Miyazaki's work and how it influenced him and his career. That said, at the time, I liked the Disney presentation as I had none other to compare it to. Now, after viewing the 1st English translation and dubbing that was available before Disney's version, I can honestly say I like it the best. Miyazaki's artwork is impeccable...the story line is wonderful and makes me want to view all of his work. It will be a classic to add to my youngest children's collection.