Howl's Moving Castle |  | Director: Hayao Miyazaki
Actors: Chieko Baisho, Takuya Kimura, Tatsuya Gashûin, Akihiro Miwa, Ryûnosuke Kamiki
Studio: Walt Disney Home Entertainment
Category: DVD
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Format: Animated, Closed-captioned, Color, Dolby, DVD, Widescreen, NTSC
Languages: English (Unknown), English (Subtitled), English (Original Language), French (Original Language), Japanese (Original Language), French (Dubbed), Japanese (Dubbed)
Rating: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested)
Region: 1
Discs: 2
Aspect Ratio: 1.85:1
Running Time: 119 Minutes
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.3
Dimensions (in): 7.5 x 5.3 x 0.6
MPN: DISD41399D
UPC: 786936296662
EAN: 0786936296662
ASIN: B000CDGVOE
Theatrical Release Date: 2004
Release Date: March 7, 2006
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
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| Features:
| • | 2-disc special edition features both the original Japanese soundtrack and an English language soundtrack | | • | Behind the Microphone featurette with the English language voice cast and footage from the dubbing sessions | | • | Interview with Pixar Animation Studios Director, Pete Docter | | • | Hayao Miyazaki Visits Pixar Animation Studios with Pixar director John Lasseter | | • | Complete storyboards set to the movie soundtrack |
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Product Description
Acclaimed Japanese director Hayao Miyazaki adapts British writer Diana Wynne Jones's popular fantasy tale for this animated feature, adding his own unique and celebrated dreamlike spin. A young hat-maker named Sophie (voiced by Emily Mortimer) is turned into an old woman by the dreaded Witch of the Waste (Lauren Bacall) when she attracts the notice of Howl (Christian Bale), a young wizard whom the witch desires for herself. As the old woman, (voiced by Jean Simmons), Sophie finds refuge as a cleaning lady in Howl's magical castle, an impressively realized mishmash of anthropomorphic shafts and gears, where she meets, among other wonders, a cantankerous fire demon named Calcifer (Billy Crystal). Howl's courage inspires her to seek a cure for her curse, and vice versa, and the two work together to prevent a major war as the castle roams the countryside on its mechanical legs. There's lots of magic afoot as well, including travel through barriers of space and time, and shape-shifting, requiring full viewer attention to keep track of who, where, and when, but this how dreams really are and the film engages on that same subconscious level. As with Miyazaki's previous work (SPIRITED AWAY, KIKI'S DELIVERY SERVICE), the emphasis here is on creating a beautiful alternate reality, where anything can happen, and every frame is a breathtaking work of art. See it on the big screen if the chance presents itself; the elaborate intricacies and patiently realized alternate realities of Miyazaki's work makes him a true treasure.
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Like a dream, Howl's Moving Castle carries audiences to vistas beyond their imaginations where they experience excitement, adventure, terror, humor, and romance. With domestic box office receipts of over $210 million, Howl passed Miyazaki's Princess Mononoke to become the #3 film in Japanese history, behind his Spirited Away and James Cameron's Titanic. Based on a juvenile novel by Diana Wynne Jones, Howl's Moving Castle marks the first time Miyazaki has adapted another writer's work since Kiki's Delivery Service (1989). Sophie, a 19-year-old girl who believes she is plain, has resigned herself to a drab life in her family's hat shop--until the Witch of the Waste transforms her into a 90-year-old woman. In her aged guise, Sophie searches for a way to break the Witch's spell and finds unexpected adventures. Like Chihiro, the heroine of Spirited Away, Sophie discovers her hidden potential in a magical environment--the castle of the title. Using CG, Miyazaki creates a ramshackle structure that looks like it might disintegrate at any moment. Sophie's honesty and determination win her some valuable new friends: Markl, Howl's young apprentice; a jaunty scarecrow; Calcifer, a temperamental fire demon; and Heen, a hilarious, wheezing dog. She wins the heart of the dashing, irresponsible wizard Howl, and brings an end an unnecessary and destructive war. The film overflows with eclipsing visuals that range from frightening aerial battles to serene landscapes, and few recent features--animated or live action--offer as much magic as Howl's Moving Castle. --Charles Solomon The Many Worlds of Hayao Miyazaki 
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The Art of Howls' Moving Castle (book) | Stills from Howl's Moving Castle (click for larger image)
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 Beautiful, Magical Miyazaki July 19, 2010
Chad G. Howland (Provo, UT USA)
This is different from Miyazaki's other movies. Then again, aren't all of his movies original treasures? This is as magical as Spirited Away and more romantic than any of his other films. Howl's Moving Castle is adventurous and sweet and beautiful to watch.
Howls Moving Castle July 9, 2010
Amy Stoffels (MADISON, WISCONSIN, US)
This product is of highest quality. The story is captivating and the graphics are amazing. A definite watch !!!!
Beauty June 2, 2010
John B. Toledo (OR, USA)
This is a film of rare beauty. When I've had a bad day at work, or the children are berserk I watch this and all of my cares melt away.. It also restores my faith in humanity.......which needs restoring on a daily basis!! I love it!
Jessa's Review for "Howl's Moving Castle" May 12, 2010
Jessa Haley Thurman (Hot Springs, AR)
I am delighted to have my own copy of this movie. It's a fantastic piece of art and all of my friends, whom I have shared it with, agree. This copy of Howl's Moving Castle comes with a bunch of bonus features like: French, Japanese, and English(Of course) language options; behind the mic interviews with all of the cast, and many more. Disc one is the best disc out of the two included. The second disc only contains the movie in sketch form, but if you're interested in the art, you'll love it! It took about 3-4 days for it to reach my doorstep, but I was really happy when I saw it! It's hard to find Miyazaki's films, especially good copies of them. I suggest you get this movie while you can. You're children or future children will thank you when they're able to share this fantasy with you!
 New Classic April 19, 2010
Shannon M. Mcgraw (Southern California)
This movie is like no other, totally a must see and a must own. Great for adults and youth
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