Not Miyazaki's best, but some of his most enduring images. I've seen this movie probably 3 times. The first time was when I was probably 14 or 15. I think the majesty of the house really struck me and intrigued me. The second time, I really recall the emotionally cathartic point where Sophie really discovers Howl and sees him entirely. The themes of war that stages the background of the film were aloof to me at the time. This watch,…
