Studio Ghibli Top Five!!!!!

1. Laputa: Catle In The Sky

Summary:
Set in a world where civilians previously lived in floating cities in the sky. Laputa is now the last remaining floating city and its location and existance is now myth. Sheeta is a young girl who's necklace may be the only remaining artifact that is proof of Laputa's existance. However with this item comes the danger of those in search of Laputa's power and the treasure said to dwell within.Pazu, a young miner, stumbles upon Sheeta as she falls from the sky from an army warship and into his arms. They soon find themselves on a action filled journey to find Laputa before the people who seek to use it for power driven reasons.

Opinions:
Now this film is truly stunning. I watched this immediately after 'Spirited Away' and although some may disagree this was the film i thought about the most afterward. Both films present similar positives so i'll try not to repeat myself. 'Laputa' is similar in the beautifully crafted characters but i feel the storyline gives the audience a little something more. Action, danger, fantasy and a world that is brilliantly devised, this film rejuvenated my love in anime and animated film. In particular the final half hour, without giving away any spoilers, brings a completely unexpected turn in the story which i found honest, breathtaking and truly memorable. This is what we film and anime lovers look for in a film. Something that sticks with you from the moment the disc goes in the player until the day after when you just want to tell your friends about it. I apologise for the length of this number one spot in comparison to perhaps some of the others - in particular 'Spirited Away'. This is because both films have so many similarities. However, i feel the film in this case speaks for itself. Definately something worth getting!


Rating: 5.0/5.0 Outstanding

Laputa: Castle In The Sky [August 1986]
Story By: Hayao Miyazaki
Directed By: Hayao Miyazaki
Studio Ghibli