Review of Whisper of the Heart

Story: The story is based on a manga by Aoi Hiiragi. What I like about it is that it focuses on a problem that each of us go to at a certain point in our lives, what we want to be when we grow up. This is usually affected by our own capabilities, dreams, certain circumstances and people around us that either pull us down or help us keep going. I think students can relate to the plot better since they are going through similar to what the characters in the story are. Art: The characters are drawn in the usual Ghibli style. Although simple, the characters areable to portray the emotions needed to make the story believable. The background is very well designed and the little details like thrash on the street, pipes from the houses are all there. They make the environment the character moves in more real. I like these aspects bests in the movie.

Sound:
The music fits the story well, you can get the feel of the story right away and the translation of Country Roads is very amusing.

Character:
The main character responds to her problems immaturely at first but we can see her become more responsible as the story progresses.

Overall:
It's very inspiring once you relate yourself to the plot. It combines a little humor, determination, anger and a little bit of puppy love. A movie you can watch over and over again and pick up ideas from.