Title: An Extraordinary Surprise
Product review: Having purchased this film knowing nothing of it but its pedigree (the wonderful Ghibli Studio whose other terrific films I was familiar with), I couldn't believe in retrospect how fortunate I was that I took such a chance. The last time I felt this enchanted with an animated film was the first time I saw "Spirited Away" in the theater (although "Wallace and Gromit" runs a close second). The film moves from strength to strength, filled with naturalistic dialogue, convincing voices and stunning animation. But what makes it extraordinary is the charming, emotionally resonant story. The filmmakers have captured the moments in every child's life when they first feel the inklings of adult love. That they do so in such a sensitive manner with three dimensional characters portrayed visually in two dimensions only makes the accomplishment that much greater. No matter your own age, this film will be a revelation to you, as it was to me.
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