Ocean Waves DOUBLEPLAY [Blu-ray]

I'm a huge fan of Miyazaki and Studio Ghibli. I've seen everything they've released, even every episode of Future Boy Conan. After seeing the major releases, I was clamoring for more, so I went about tracking down each and every Studio Ghibli show they've ever released. Ocean Waves and Only Yesterday were difficult to find, but worth the effort. Ocean Waves is an adolescent story about growing up in a small town, and the allure of the big city. It's surprisingly complex for an anime feature, and is a rewarding film to watch. I've watched it several times, and it demonstrates perfectly how Miyazaki can pull you into a film. In the same way Totoro was seen through the eyes of a child, Ocean Waves shows us life through the eyes of several adolescent high schoolers. Even though the stories are very different, the grip with which Miyazaki holds the viewers attention is impressive. If you enjoy Studio Ghibli's earlier efforts, I see no reason why these more obscure films would disappoint. I'd also suggest stopping by Studio Ghibli's website to see which titles you haven't yet seen. Pom Poko, Whisper of the Heart, and even the zany Yamada's (all of which include English dubs) are all worthwhile.

Another amazing Myiazaki movie. I admit, I succumbed and got all 19 movies plus a Totoro diorama to mark the spot on the shelf. Ponyo was the gateway drug though. I now know why I am so taken, it is the mix of strong unblended emotions and the watercolors, oh those colors!

I liked the story as it reflects so much on real complexities of youthful infatuations, youthful conflicts and developing into loving relationships. Good for youth and older to appreciate the story. I only wished it was with English voices as it distracted its easy of viewing. No Disney to spoil its reality. I used an old computer to play the European area [foolish] industry constraint.

Great story and artwork. Downside It is reg. 2. It was a mistake to get it. I went to Ebay to pick up a copy and the price was good. This one is Reg. 0. It can play anywhere. Love the story. Wish at the end they hook up together !. It good for the family.

The speaking in this movie is in Japanese and it has English subtitles. Not American English, but the Queen's English. Not a really deep story line - just a Japanese lesson in relationships.

I got this movie for my sister's Christmas. She is obsessed with Studio Ghibli! However, what I failed to realize is that the DVD only plays on PAL DVD players, not NTSC. My sister can watch the movie on the laptop, though:-) Just remember that the DVD only works on PAL (UK) players.

it is a nice movie. this is a must movie.

This movie would not play and continues to skipped. I did email the issuer who did sent me another that was in the shape. My daughter really likes the movie, but unable to watch it thoroughly due to excessive stopping and pausing. I am very disappointed.

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Erg blij met mijn aankoop om mijn collectie af te maken want ik ben al meer dan 20 jaar fan van Miyazaki. Ontvangen in blisterverpakking maar jammer dat de case tijdens transport is gevouwen (de verpakking was ook gevouwen). Maar de cd heeft niets (ik heb getest). Animatie is in het Japans, ondertiteld in het Engels. De beelden zijn uit die periode en dat vind ik helemaal niet erg.

Sometimes, marketing tries to sell you something you don't want, or something you won't like. To add a sticker to this DVD with "by the makers of Spirited Away" it's wrong. First, should be made clear that it's a subtitled film (I always watch the films in their original language, but a LOT of people don't, and they won't have the choice). And second, even though it's a studio Ghibli film, that doesn't mean that it's going to be "Spirited Away". I think it's unfair to class this film as a romantic film, at least in the western sense of it (subtle and with lots of unsaid words, watch out for face expressions). I would say it's more a drama, a Japanese drama for adults. In actual fact, once you watch this film you'll forget it was an animation film, because it's quite in the style of a Japanese non-animation drama. Also, it's way more realistic than any other anime films that happen in a school. For someone interested in Japanese culture you'll be pleased to noticed all the nuances of Japanese everyday life: the sound of the local trains, the izakaya, the street signs, the customs... very detailed indeed. The story is simple but interesting and believable. I won't spoil it for you, but if you liked My Neighbours The Yamadas [DVD ] and/or Only Yesterday [DVD ] you should definitely give this one a try. If you think you might like this drama, don't miss this hidden gem at a very interesting price.

Opera non molto conosciuta dello Studio Ghibli, si discosta da quelli che sono i temi usuali dei film di Miyazaki o Takahata, ma non per questo la qualità del film risulta inferiore. Trama mai scontata, comparto video e audio di buona qualità, consigliato

Purtroppo la risoluzione delle immagini e' molto scadente. Si apprezza un tremolio/ sfarfallamento costante dello sfondo e una definizione molto bassa . peccato!