Animation par excellance

Rating: 10/10 (1 February 2005)

highly philosophical and deeply profound. I've seen this film for more than 5 times now and each viewing is still a new experience. It makes one reflect on family relations, growing up, embodiment, and one's name (so philosophical that it borders on not being able to be understood by the audience). If you're not in it for the insight, fill yourself with the beautiful graphics and display of colors. Spirited Away is a visual delight transporting you to a totally different world of spirits, spells, and magic. It is so realistic that one may get that spooky feeling after watching the movie (I did feel this because of No-name). The art complements the story; the animation gives life to the plot.
Spirited Away is a wonder--the best of the best Miyazake animation films. With so many subplots, the film is able to sew together every bit of information and symbol it has solid tight. Every question answered, every character full of meaning. Sometimes, animation is better than real life. Spirited Away sure is a winner.