Miyazaki's Latest Masterpiece! - The Boy and The Heron Movie Reaction (Studio Ghibli)

Suzy & Steejo react to The Boy and The Heron. Watch the unedited version here - / suzyluofficial or www.suzylu.co.uk/
The Boy and The Heron follows Mahito, a young 12-year-old boy, struggles to settle in a new town after his mother's death. However, when a talking heron informs Mahito that his mother is still alive, he enters an abandoned tower in search of her, which takes him to another world.
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[@Light-lt1st]

It was a movie I didn't understand, but it was an indescribably strange experience. It was worth going to the cinema to see it.

[@oneone3976]

The main character himself is Hayao Miyazaki and the bird man is his producer, Toshio Suzuki.　The woman who controls the boat is his former companion named Michiyo Yasuda. Finally, the old man with the white hair and beard is Isao Takahata, whom Hayao Miyazaki has always admired.　This story is about Isao Takahata as a person in the course of Hayao Miyazaki's life. Hayao Miyazaki is an existence that has not been recognized by Isao Takahata, but has followed his shadow to this point, in a state of one-sided respect.　However, he passed away suddenly, and finally, until the very end, we did not know what kind of person Isao Takahata was to Hayao Miyazaki. Once Hayao Miyazaki decided to retire, but after Isao Takahata passed away, he decided to make films once again.　That is what this film is about. This film is a grand love letter.　This has all been revealed in a Japanese documentary program.

[@steliosmoustakis1372]

@@oneone3976 you know where I can find this doc?

[@Maxippo]

I would recommend a rewatch, I picked up on way more stuff and now the story feels a lot more complete to me

[@moon_0207]

There’s definitely a lot of symbolism in this one. It may be harder for people of different cultures to understand the meaning of certain symbols because the meanings change depending on the culture. I’d have to do some research on Japanese symbolism and culture to understand it more.

[@00square1]

The boy and the heron really is a reminder why studio ghibli movies do feel like a major event, when they release. The story is pretty engaging, having a bit of an Alice in wonderland/spirited away vibes mix with my neighbor Totoro, although it can be a bit slow at some parts during the first act. The characters are interesting with the title characters being well developed. The animation is incredible, and voice cast is stacked. Although I will say it may require some rewatching and some time to think, It was still an amazing experience. 9/10

[@user-tx5pm8lq4t]

Most Japanese people could not understand this movie. Hayao Miyazaki is a genius, so each and every scene is filled with deep meaning, but it cannot be understood without a great deal of culture and knowledge. This is a work of art, not entertainment, so you should watch it with the same feeling as going to see paintings at an art museum.

[@00Julian00]

He's also reminding.Japanese male youth to be careful about romanticizing USA culture, as that is to forget about its absolutely destructive foreign policy. There are scenes that are clearly depicting america in a very negative way. Essentially showing through the artwork , a symbolic american flag , which later dropa bombs of fury on innocent child , which are represented by the puffy cute things. He even criticizes Jewish influence in his Representation of the bird man,. The bird represents so many things that. Each interpretation of the bird Leads you on a different story, With a similar overarching message But also different lessons. Bird as jews, The bird man who is drawn like a Japanese cartoon version of a jewish person/ tengu , With the nose. = Criticism of israel But he humanizes jewish people Bird as hope. Remember the bird tells the boy that his mother is alive when she is dead. Any childhood who loses his mother knows what this feels like. i assume he assumes this. Hope is what drives you but hope can make you believe in false things. Yet miyazaki Is capable of Humanizing all characters as individuals and this is clearly reflected in some of the scenes. Even transgender peoplem.The fact is this type of visual art must be seen.That's half of the story. He is not a novelist.Novelists are the supreme Artists with the highest I q.

[@jackhilton4285]

​@@00Julian00OK bro. I think you got too far. It's just a cartoon for children And like they said there is no need to understand it, like a painting that must be pleased to look at it and try not to figure it out

[@00Julian00]

@jackhilton4285 It is a cartoon for children that is to be watched with Parents so it is a movie for adults as well. The man is almost ninety Obviousl He has something to say to adults, But of course , children are future so you must make a movie for them first

[@PPlayNow]

@@jackhilton4285 OK bro. This is not cartoon for children. This is just an animated film for everyone. But this wasn't made with children in mind. Not at all. Not all cartoons are for children and this is one of those.

[@HairyVR]

This is the most pretentious comment I have seen in awhile, very delusional.

[@ChimkenRiceNuggy]

Watched this in theater and it was incredible movie. Such a beautiful animation as always by Hayao Miyazaki.

[@adhistylarasati1016]

@35:52 I think it says 'To Mahito who has grown up, from Mom'

[@user-pt5cl2ro6f]

Just watched it with family and genuinely surprised a lot of people claim they didn't understand? Or at least took anything away from it? Nothing at all? Strange.

[@SupremeKaiRich]

This one was kind of like a hybrid of Howl’s Moving Castle, Spirited Away, and Castle in the Sky. And it worked!

[@KaeMcSpadden]

Still so hard to believe that the Gray Heron is Robert Pattinson, he should really have more voice acting roles.

[@joshuamoton9206]

The Heron represents Toshio Suzuki. Suzuki and Miyazaki didn't have a good relationship back then. And Mahito injurying himself was most likely a way for him to escape his situation and emotions that was bottled up. Since his mother died, he wasn’t ready to accept the change of a new mother. And Mahito felt as though he didn’t fit in the life he was experiencing, which caused more burden on his current situation. So he had emotional trauma that then turned into physical trauma. And the 13 blocks represents Miyazaki's 13 movies. And the granduncle asking Mahito to continue his work was representing Miyazaki trying to find a successor to continue with the Ghibli legacy. And How do you Live was probably a question to the audience. The movie is basically showing us that there won't be any other Miyazaki, and that other animators must choose their own path instead of continuing someone else's work. And all good things must come to an end, no matter how hard we try. The world breaking apart, the granduncle being swept away in the destruction, and the tower collapsing was probably hinting that Ghibli will most likely die once Miyazaki pass away

[@carlnilssonyoung8961]

This story is for mature people have experience in life n looking back in times what destiny is all about.

[@viviane9891]

As steejo said: people watchings this film will never see parakeets in the same way again. And that is for me exactly what the parakeets symbolize: the power of imagination and dreams and the lasting impact they have on the way we perceive the world

[@EChacon]

The Parakeets (including the Parakeet King) also symbolize the wrath and violence that plagues humanity. Their aggression and menacing behaviour mirror the brutality of conflict between humans.🦜🦜

[@MissTV36]

You guys should react to Only Yesterday. It's an underrated Ghibli movie

[@catnguyen236]

Thanks for your recomendation, Ive just watched it and totally love it.

[@IsaacLewinsonvids2]

(1:34:14) Christian bale was also the voice of howl from howl’s moving castle the major heart-throb

[@PaytonSamuels33]

This definitely deserved the Best Animated Feature Academy Award without a doubt. After seeing this reaction, I'm gonna have to grab my copy, & maybe get Nausicaä & Kiki in the process. I hope you check out Ultraman Rising when you get the chance.

[@joshuamoton9206]

33:51 I forgot what it says. All i know is that book was left to him by Mahito's mother before she died. And another fact. That book Mahito reads is called "How do you live?" And the Japanese title of The Boy and the Heron is How do you live, but it's not an adaptation of the book. Edit: the message in the book says "To grown-up Mahito. From Mother. 1937 Autum"

[@atatagj]

すべての意味を知るには80年生きましょう

[@ramonlrey99com]

Suzy just a reminder that Mirai is not a studio Ghibli film. It's from a different studio, it's made by the same person who made Belle. Check out all his films next.

[@KaeMcSpadden]

So Mahito’s new step mother is also his aunt (his mother’s sister). My mother said that was quite common to remarry someone in the family.

[@IsaacLewinsonvids2]

(59:27) that was the voice of willem dafoe who was the green goblin in Tobey Maguire’s Spider-Man, gill from finding nemo and the old scary wizard from tales from earthsea another ghibli but not directed by hayao Miyazaki it’s directed by his son Goro Miyazaki from 2006 he also directed from up on poppy hill in 2011 and again in earwig and the witch Ghibli’s first 3D animated movie but very hated on because of the animation highly recommend watching those 3 ghibli movies when you have time

[@user-hz3xe9jz4q]

Watched it on cinema last year, indeed a great flick. Thanks for reacting to it. :)

[@williamsachs3067]

I loved this movie and your reactions

[@IsaacLewinsonvids2]

(1:21:37) this is the parakeet king’s parade they are trying to rescue himi

[@samlovatt6966]

Definably got to give this a watch.

[@omarakream0391]

I love this movie especially the dubbed one There are a lot of Actors involved in it but what is most interesting is the presence of the voices of Willem Dafoe and Batista

[@mayuthedemon33]

I love this movie

[@megansarahannwilliams7117]

You guys definitely need to watch Kubo and the Two Strings!

[@PPlayNow]

This film is outstanding. A masterpiece. 😍

[@user-sc4kk2ck2s]

I’ve fun your reaction videos always in Japan!!!

[@user-pt5cl2ro6f]

17:58 "taken" usually mean in an other-worldly way in a lot of culture including mine. That's why they tell us to not wander off or get lost in forests and foliages so some mythical creature doesn't take us.

[@aedenulriche]

I watched the animated film with the Japanese voices, as it conveys the emotions better.

[@vickybruh7412]

Maybe consider watching Hayao Miyazaki's first feature length film: "Nausicaa: The Valley of the Wind" Its real great, it originated from a comic book (Manga) and would be a Grade A+ to watch.

[@jdude9365]

Lupin the Third: The Castle of Cagliostro: Am I joke to you?

[@vickybruh7412]

Oh yeah. That one. and?

[@user-py1zy8xy7v]

Thank you💖

[@Damon_Washington]

31:41 kids hella had knives when I was growing up

[@user-pt5cl2ro6f]

13:05 He* thye literally say "what a good boy" afterward

[@Trishy6176]

I love your ghibli reaction so so much. You should definetly see from up on poppy hill or whisper of the heart next

[@SuzyLuOfficial]

I'll check it out!

[@HelTra91]

Wait it's not Christmas yet

[@vickybruh7412]

23:40 now that Furiosa is around the corner for digital release. Maybe consider watching it?

[@robertrace8890]

Hi Suzy and Steejo 😊

[@Damon_Washington]

They need two like buttons

[@neptune0869]

Hi suzy please reply please I think you're a really cool person and It would be really cool to hear from you

[@Emmacloud-Em1000]

You should watch studio ponoc if you can.

[@PPlayNow]

About your budgies doubt at the end: The parakeets are symbolically the embodiment of fascist imperial Japan during the time of the war. Parakeets mimic human voices, so they mimic people and their brutality in the film. In the way that Japan needed to do away with their old ways and enter into a new age. In the film we see them as fascists. They even call their king as "DUCH" which references "Duce" the way Mussolini was called in Italy. In the original storyboard of the film you can see a note by Miyazaki that confirms this.

[@user-pt5cl2ro6f]

Well immediately I knew you guys wouldn't take anything from the movie, just from your confusion with the translation and context clues. Shame. So many questions raised answered without thought.

[@mariyamatia8726]

Robert Pattinson is the gray heron

[@tukanlatifi9635]

A bit sad to think that this movie might by master Miyazakis last film 😢😢😢😢

[@user-pt5cl2ro6f]

9:09 trust me, it delivered better in Japanese. Doesn't make any less uncomfortable to Mahito. But still didn't sound as lax as how it did in english.

[@joshuaesquivel5721]

Why do yall call the heron a fish??

[@monarchofart]

10 likes

[@vickybruh7412]

35:49 Its a book (for some reason) written by his mom and the travles that she went on in her life.

[@user-pt5cl2ro6f]

You guys were literally getting lost in translation over your own language lol

[@Bentley_Mcfarland]

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[@blueislive2132]

I am the first

[@FightingTorque411]

Deeply unpopular take: The Boy and the Heron feels like pieces from the cutting floor of every other Miyazaki movie swept up and pasted together into a "new" movie. Or, to put it even more egregiously, it feels like if you asked an AI to write a Miyazaki movie. My shields are up.

[@SuzyLuOfficial]

Not that unpopular. Steejo wasn't 100% on this movie either.

[@vickybruh7412]

I take the movie on more for Miyazaki to make an excuse to such make a film do express his creative mind and crazy worlds he wants to build. With giving a fairly simple story that doesnt go that complex or that clear.

[@user-pt5cl2ro6f]

That's not an unpopular take. That's a dumb take.. If you think this is written by AI then you have deeply insulted the real people who worked on it, people with who put more thought into it than you did writing this comment. If you really want to see a seemingly written by. AI movie then watch Disney's Wish. The literal 100 year anniversary motion picture.

[@oneone3976]

@@vickybruh7412 The main character himself is Hayao Miyazaki and the bird man is his producer, Toshio Suzuki.　The woman who controls the boat is his former companion named Michiyo Yasuda. Finally, the old man with the white hair and beard is Isao Takahata, whom Hayao Miyazaki has always admired.　This story is about Isao Takahata as a person in the course of Hayao Miyazaki's life. Hayao Miyazaki is an existence that has not been recognized by Isao Takahata, but has followed his shadow to this point, in a state of one-sided respect.　However, he passed away suddenly, and finally, until the very end, we did not know what kind of person Isao Takahata was to Hayao Miyazaki. Once Hayao Miyazaki decided to retire, but after Isao Takahata passed away, he decided to make films once again.　That is what this film is about. This film is a grand love letter.　This has all been revealed in a Japanese documentary program.

[@alessandrobolchini1564]

​​@@user-pt5cl2ro6f It looks like the majority of the mainstream audience is not used to surreal/abstract movies, which don't rely on lame exposition, requiring an active participation from the viewer in order to be understood. So, for some people, saying bullshit like the movie doesn't make any sense or that is AI written is way more easy than actually trying to understand what it wants to convey through its outstanding visual storytelling.

[@hummus_exual]

Despite being Miyazaki’s, this movie has a surprising amount of western cultural references