Monday, January 12, 2009

Ponyo on the Cliff by the Sea 崖の上のポニョ(Gake no Ue no Ponyo)

Studio Ghibli's most recent gem comes off as a little more kiddish as compared with past their past animation films. However, the underlying messageof Love being the greatest gift of Life and the subtle hints of our environment remains unchanged. It is really surprising how Hayao Miyazaki's imagination continues to charm its audiences with crisp and amazing (old school) cell art rather than choosing to make all of it with CG animation.

Although it does not encompass the scale comparable to Spirited Away, 千と千尋の神隠し(Sen to Chihiro no Kamikakushi). It is nevertheless a pleasant visual treat like all Ghibli's productions are and hopefully will continue to be.




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