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67 user reviews

9.2/10

Average votes grouped by age and by sex:
Age:   1-12    13-17   18-25   26-35   36-49    50+    Total  
Men:
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0
9.7
4
8.9
7
9.7
4
8.7
3
9.7
3
9.3
21
Women:
Votes:
7.5
4
9.8
17
8.9
13
9.3
3
9.5
2
10
1
9.2
43
Total:
Votes:
7.5
4
9.8
22
8.8
21
9.6
7
9
5
9.7
4
9.2
67
Total includes also voters who didn't specify their sex.

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Howls moving castle is an amazing movie that I watch again and again. Good work Miyazaki! I love the anime style and how its slightly creepy with the bird monster.
10/10
4.8.2008 - katiefuller@
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A clasical fantasy like you read in a good book but put together better than any book of its kind through love and courage Howl and the beautiful girl he finds we see the true power of love.
10/10
3.12.2007 - harmsy_56_girl@ - age: 1-12
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The best animated movie I have seen in years and is now tied as #1 as my favorite animated motion picture.
10/10
30.3.2007 - 123@ - age: 18-25
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I  totally  LOVED this movie! The animations rock!!
9/10
17.3.2007 - artemisgy0600@ - age: 1-12
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It was sooo super cool! You better watch or else you'll miss the world! Seriously its wonderfull!
10/10
7.9.2006 - rainbow_jellybean@ - age: 13-17
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I own it as soon as I say the comercial for it I went bonkers to see it and you should too it is the best!
10/10
16.7.2006 - rainbowjellypop@ - age: 13-17
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This movie is just one of the best animated movies ever in the history! (Well... for me... )Very charming and handsome male character and a cute, lovely female characters that takes you to a journey beyond your imaginations!!
10/10
25.5.2006 - sweet_lluvy@ - age: 13-17
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I HAVE to give it an 8 because... Well it's Miyazaki! He's just awesome! But um... well story-wise maybe it deserves a 7. For some reason I was expecting so much more after Spirited Away (which blew me away) There were some long moments... true. But it's just the romance part was a little... odd. It got a little too cheesy and I guess I wasn't used to that, especially concerning Hayao Miyazaki. It's still worth seeing though. Beautiful scenery.
8/10
9.3.2006 - cookieblue@ - age: 18-25
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For all those who love animation, this is the best film ever made! It make a lot of difference from the boring digital Disney movies. The story is very original, well illustrated and simply spellbinding! A must see for anime otakus and animation fans! Miyazaki's best after Nausicaä and the Valley of the Wind! ^^.
10/10
21.12.2005 - aneki_naria@ - age: 13-17
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It is unspeechable... animation, atmosphere, story! You must see it:))
10/10
20.12.2005 - inayasha7@ - age: 26-35
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I was so impressed. I think this is the best of all his movie. Althought Spirited away was good too, but this movie has something different from all movie...
10/10
9.12.2005 - go_toyosaki@ - age: 13-17
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I really liked this movie alot in fact I have already seen it 3 times and can't wait for the dvd. I think this move is better than Spirited Away & I thought Spirited Away was my a time fav until this maovie came out. T he ending of it is good and I loved the whole story so much.
10/10
4.12.2005 - momiji2006@ - age: 18-25
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Yeah, I think this movie is realy good... example for younger audience... and show the director are really show the journey in the main character... okaiz thank you!!!
9/10
29.11.2005 - star_aquarius02@
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Its amazing, beautiful color and storyline [...]
10/10
19.11.2005 - chikabee123@ - age: 13-17
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It was breathtaking!! Really beautiful and amazing, a must see!
10/10
9.10.2005 - mazlvzjamesbourne@ - age: 18-25
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I thought it was a great stunning anime that I would tell anyone to go to see I only wish they hadn't taken so manu sceans out from the japaneese version.
9/10
18.8.2005 - randylahey@ - age: 13-17
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[ATTENTION: This review reveals content of the movie.]
It's a complete masterpiece, one of the best Ghibli movies EVER... the story is good, characters are developed and most importantly gorgous animation... but best of all a very rare HAPPY Ending!!! A must see for all anime lovers... anyone who wants a good story really!! (grin)
10/10
6.8.2005 - mistfairy1@
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Most remarkable example of Japanese animation since Spirited Away.
9/10
29.7.2005 - jgerson@ - age: 18-25
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I've seen Princess Mononoke and Spirited Away, and now I've seen another masterpiece by Miyazaki. This movie was great and I can't wait to see the other ones. I loved it. Go see it.
10/10
28.7.2005 - weirdo_ville@ - age: 13-17
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I was looking forward to this movie when I saw the trailers in April. I was kinda iffy on seeing it in English but... I adored it. I loved the story line and even though the movie was two hours long it really didn't feel like it. Sure it left you hanging on a few things but many asian films do that anyways. It was funny and it didn't drag at all. It's funny and at times really serious and even sad. Howl was adorable and really funny and the old lady version of Sophie was a really lovable character.
10/10
25.7.2005 - bakura_is_so_mine@ - age: 13-17
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Like all Miyazaki films, Howl's Moving Castle takes you to a far away land with crazy creatures and lovable characters.
9/10
23.7.2005 - hyedie@ - age: 26-35
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I really didn't like it, it just was too fake.
1/10
19.7.2005 - hifromkaitlyn@ - age: 1-12
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Visually stunning, yet the story is not as interesting as Spirited Away. Nevertheless, it has been a while since there has been a good Anime, worth seeing, especially on the big screen.
7/10
17.7.2005 - mich84@ - age: 18-25
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Terrific movie - a little too long (like Spirited away) but great imagination.
9/10
16.7.2005 - galvinm@ - age: 26-35
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Miyazaki continues to create incredible worlds, with a mix of magic, history, and futurism. His secondary characters almost steal the show with their unusual design. The artwork is just beautiful and the story is enchanting. Go see it now matter what your age.
10/10
15.7.2005 - animator411@ - age: 50+
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I loved this when I watched this movie in Japan. I haven't watch it in English yet. I hope it wouldn't be different like Spirited away or Laputa.
10/10
13.7.2005 - oh-canada@ - age: 18-25
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Not one of miyazaki's masterpieces but the fantasy was enough to keep me thoroughly entertained. There were few twists and turns, and the ending seemed a weak throw-together. Still, we love studio ghibli!
7/10
13.7.2005 - i_am_job@ - age: 18-25
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This was one of the best movie I ever saw. Hayao Miyazaki did a great jod directing this movie. The anime is stunningly beautiful and the acting is incredible. Not to mention that following the rythme of a japennese anime is extremely hard because the japannnese talk very fast. I strongly recommend this movie along with the two other masterpieces by Hayao Miyazaki, Spirited Away & Princess Mononoke. GO SEE IT NOW!!! ^_^.
10/10
12.7.2005 - red_elk1@ - age: 13-17
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Howl’s Moving Castle is vastly entertaining, full of just about everything. Thoughtful messages; if you are interested in history, mythology and how we think, this film is for you. Funny, light hearted even in the face of evil, complex but well told, full of metaphors. Obvious reference to our history of wars, but the war machines are whimsical or even silly without playing down their horrible intent. Death and dying are figurative but danger and evil are real, as are trust, innocence, and forgiveness. Adults will enjoy it, but there is a message for the mature among us of all ages – that denial ages us, makes us feel pain, makes us feel old, while trust and wonder make us youthful, make us experience beauty. A glimpse, a disturbing suggestion of how powerful people entertain themselves, relevant to today. Duty and loyalty are very evident, reflecting the land of origin and its history (Japan) But the fanciful and funny are always nearby, even in the most serious parts. The castle has a fascinating dial-a-world gadget, a new twist on the transformational and magical. The fate of the witch is to grow up and experience truth – which includes her humanity, and we find out that we can have both heart and energy. See it!
9/10
11.7.2005 - darylclayton@ - age: 50+
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This was a very good movie! I love the storylines! Is truely one of Hayao Miyazaki masterpiece! If you like spirited away then you will love howl's moving castle! This is a must see movie!
9/10
6.7.2005 - azn_kawaii_angel@ - age: 13-17
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Very good movie but sometimes a little difficult to follow. The story is somewhat simple but full of surprises! Go see.
8/10
5.7.2005 - picassocat009@ - age: 36-49
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You want to see a very different cartoon, Howl's Moving Castle is for you. This is Disney Japan, the same that made the academy winner «Spirited Away». Do not miss!
9/10
5.7.2005 - black,jack@ - age: 36-49
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