Before the initial release of “Howl’s Moving Castle” 20 years ago, Akihiko Yamashita spent nearly two years working as the supervising animator on the Studio Ghibli film. “I really have no idea how ...

“Howl’s Moving Castle” is a stunning film with gorgeous animation and a recognizable, sweeping score. However, the film disappoints in its writing, despite creating lovable and multi-faceted ...

Howl's Moving Castle has no shortage of stunning moments, both in story and in animation, and in a world where a raging war is occurring, the movie has many moments that leave viewers fearing for the ...

Maggie Boccella is a certified Babe With the Power and lover of all things pop culture. She’s a News Editor at Collider, as well as a Rotten Tomatoes and The Cherry Picks approved critic, who ...

For nearly two decades, Howl’s Moving Castle has enchanted audiences with its breathtaking animation, whimsical characters, and heartfelt story. It’s a Studio Ghibli classic that never loses its magic ...

Studio Ghibli released “Howl’s Moving Castle” in Japan on Nov. 20, 2004, and its thoughtful consideration of age and war remains pertinent even today. The film, based on the novel of the same name, ...