Director: Hayao Miyazaki
Produced and released by Studio Ghibli, this smash hit was only known to anime fanatics when released. Until a decade later, only when Disney realised the potential of the Japanese film did it produced an English dubbed version in the United States. The film is setback to the early 20th century where varies group of men and woman are attempting to find a rumoured floating city flourishing with riches, robots and ancient advance technology. Sheeta the only remaining heir to Laputa becomes friends with Paza, an ordinary farm boy – sets out on an adventure. From battling on airships and invading army bases to gazing in awe of the beauty of ancient floating structures, Sheeta and Paza form unexpected allies and fight for what they believe is right.
Although it is an animation, Hayao Miyazaki’s extravagant graphical design is simply stunning. The way he portrays the floating castle accompanied with the musical symphony brings a sense of tranquillity and harmony to viewers. The storyline is exciting and fast paced with many twists and unexpected turn of events. The only deficiencies of the film are the lack of character depth but being created all the way back in the 1980s it is just a small flaw compared to all the good points of this movie. This film is suitable for all ages and I would especially recommend it to all families as it is considered one of the best early animated films of all time.
Rate: 8.3/10
Jacky
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