When Marnie Was There - Movie Review

[@essey.]

When Marnie waved at the end, my god.

[@elijahmcdowell9690]

RIGHT!?

[@jihanaz7364]

true wonderful feelings

[@nicolibraga3083]

Oh yes yes 😭

[@pokemonevolution6824]

Just finished now almost cried it was amazing

[@OmarRamos-df6ce]

Tears

[@mard1_a]

*me when Marnie was waving at the end* damn those invisible onion cutting ninjas...

[@liz9212]

Onions CUTTING the ninjas?!?!?! Oh wait.....OH onion cutting ninjas......MAN MY BRAIN IS WEIRD

[@rover2680]

I know right..Oml..

[@tschrky303]

@@liz9212 Brace yourselves for the sequel to _Fruit Ninja_ called...yep, you guessed it - *Vegetable Ninja* ヽ(^。^)ノ Basically the same concept but with a new spin on it - this time you'll control the moves of _Master Onion_ who, with the help of her/his veggie buddies, seeks revenge for all the fruit that got sliced by the hand of that protagonist from the previous game. Beware humans, for this is payback time!

[@liz9212]

Reading my comment from two years ago is giving me severe cringe XD but yes, onion cutting the ninjas works all the same. Same pain as when it's ninjas cutting the onions XD

[@JustVibinHm]

i cried so much at the end lol its embarrassing

[@jessicamystic1]

Spoiler Alert--- I noticed in some of the comments that people think this movie is about a girl meeting a ghost and i have to admit i thought that to at first, but now its clear to me its not a ghost at all it is something from her subconscious of her grandmother telling her stories when she was very young about her life in which she imagined herself in her grandmothers story often times as her partner that her grandmother later marries, as sometimes marnie switches names from anna chan to the guy. When she sees the house the whole story of her grandmas life plays out for her as she picks up the pieces and finds a way to heal with the loss and anger of her family dying on her, she is able to get a better perspective and a real goodbye. She sees that her life is not so bad to as her grandmother envies her life knowing its much better then the life she had and in a way its her way of making it up to her grand daughter and clarifying many things for her, she then sees her life is not so bad after-all and that she is not forgotten.

[@rp5863]

but what about the diary entry where Marnie said she danced with a flower girl? or when the painter asked if they had met Marnie too? could it be that Ana time traveled to Marnie's childhood?

[@alderusan]

Agree with Ron about the hisoka asked anna if she had met marnie, however the flower girl part maybe anna was just imagining herself in that girl's place.

[@AlexSmith-gr3el]

Ron P. The way I saw it was that the woman who paints was the flower girl but Anna imagined herself in her place.

[@AOTLTng]

She didn't see a ghost of her grandmother.... She saw the great and best Memory that her grandmother wanted to remind her. not to waste her childhood. not to waste her youth... i want to see a part 2 of this story...

[@matthewsterk9269]

Jessica Schab You know when I read the original book, they didn't explained Marnie appearing either. It's some of the reason I one up the movie over the original book, cause it at least gives some idea of why is she appearing.

[@awsom98]

Just saw this movie.. it's pure art. Definitely recommend this to anyone who enjoys quality entertainment.

[@SaberRexZealot]

Indeed. Excellent little film. More people should've gone to see it.

[@sheboodles9720]

+Bawesome Kid Ikr i want Marnie to still be alive! :( i cried somany times...

[@sheboodles9720]

Fashizzle Badizzle soz lol but u dont have to cuss at me dude i just a kid lol :T

[@Asian_Movie_Enthusiast]

+Bawesome Kid -- Agreed!

[@MedhaavMahesh]

+Bawesome Kid PURE ART???? HAHAHAHAHAHAHA

[@TheGamerFromMars]

Unfortunately Studio Ghibli films never come to a theater by me...

[@jimtaylor294]

They did to mine; but it took many years. (even Ponyo required travelling out of county to see)

[@micanikko]

Its in netflix now!

[@MrGojira95]

When every question I had about this movie was answered, my heart strings began to break. This is Studio Ghibli at its best, but it unfortunate that audiences love 3D movies these days. There is a time and place for Minions, but the average moviegoer today should be challenged. This movie made me, a man, shed tears of sadness and joy by the end.

[@ridharz2209]

It is very beautiful movie 😢😖😣😫

[@TiagoAMGomes]

No matter how realistic and detailed 3D animation is getting, there's a timeless beauty in hand-drawn 2D animated movies that 3D just can't provide. It just sucks that most people don't see that.

[@teamdukki1629]

i agree

[@Anonymous-cn6zl]

Hand drawn 2d animated movies are like moving paintings.

[@moonkitty5274]

I adored this movie and think that Studio Ghibli is even better than disney.

[@dwightschrute3712]

By a mile.

[@FlyingHawlucha]

Definitely

[@mrsenpaii8268]

Disney animation are pathetic

[@ayushsingh3553]

@@annaou8429 inside out, coco was good though

[@deprimeplatypus490]

not even its definetly better disney kind of ducks ass even though they have some great movies they're a big company and they dont have that spirit

[@AnimeRecksYou]

Just watched, never cried so much from any type of movie. It was simply beautiful

[@AnimeRecksYou]

***** bet i'll watch that one next then

[@gamefreakjoey]

Marcus Perez did you ever get around to watching Grave Of the Fireflies?

[@usagiharukatsukino4951]

I was too confused to cry.

[@rp5863]

I first watched it a week after my grandma died, so tears were shed...

[@jimtaylor294]

Saw it over a year after mine passed on; same result. Damn good film.

[@kittyvicious6960]

Same with me at the end I understand I’m lake to the party but this week is the anniversary of grandmas death and I just watched it yesterday for the first time and could not stop myself from crying

[@paulaguimaraes4087]

It was weird shipping them during the whole movie and then finding out the truth

[@AnnMidas]

I swear haha

[@jellyseafoamm]

I wanted to watch but i found this movie out from a friend and they said Marnie was her grandma so its hard knowing its her grandma but still wanting it

[@iklight596]

Honestly I felt the same way, but in retrospect I had a thought. Maybe when we interpret and digest art, a lot depends on what we bring to the table. Our cultural filters and bias, which can affect the flavour.

[@AnnMidas]

@@iklight596 Mhm true

[@ona7116]

i watched it the second time with my sister and she shipped them and i knew they were family and i was like hell no lol

[@scottmantooth8785]

Grave of the Fireflies is also an amazing film from Studio Ghibli but is also one of the absolute saddest films you will ever watch...

[@iridescentexplosions7138]

Yes, I have it on DVD and it is relentingly depressing.. I hope one day I can collect all iof Studio Ghibli's movies, they are to die for.

[@MichaelMcCallister097]

+Scott Mantooth It's actually not a studio Ghibli film, but it was made by the guy that co-founded studio Ghibli.

[@scottmantooth8785]

Michael McCallister i stand corrected then

[@MichaelMcCallister097]

Scott Mantooth It's cool. Just letting you know. Still a fantastic movie lol

[@scottmantooth8785]

Michael McCallister agreed...it is an amazing film...just not one i'd likely watch every day

[@lainefarris8762]

I just finished it........ I freaking cried my eyes out

[@Isa-fg3st]

Me too. I'm sad and happy at the same time

[@sneesnar35]

SAMEEEEEE

[@Redanka_05]

Me neither its so sad😭

[@elisepatterson7869]

I remember watching Spirited Away for the first time as a 6 year old kid and i remember being absolutely taken with the film. It was terrifying to me but i loved it. I really do think that filmakers should remember that kids are not just dumb idiots. the result is beautiful movies like this one

[@unhappybacon3292]

When I watched this movie I almost cried in the beginning because I found Anna to be a really relatable character for me. And as she met Marnie, it was like a fairy tale inside of a dream. I really liked this movie. Too bad some American movies can't be like this one.

[@angelg205]

ik it was amazing :)

[@spoonsharkart4550]

You know what makes me mad? This movie flopped in Japan and led to the closing of ghibli, but cheap cash in movies of amines like love live or other moe stuff break the Japanese box office?! Don't get me wrong I don't mind all the superfluous fluff anime but when it is overshadowing brilliance like this that isn't OKAY. I look forward to the day that japan gets over all the "kawaii desu" and reexamines what makes their brand of animation important, make me proud to be an anime fan again...

[@CrazyHand196]

TheEvaGuy So is Studio Ghibli actually done? And this movie flopped? Smh

[@TheBlindGoalie]

TheEvaGuy The problem is not isolated in Japan and in animation, but all over the world. Using the music industry in the West for example, "music" that is just mostly generic club beat with repetitive, generic lyrics about sex, drugs, money, drinking, and partying get more recognition and earn more money than songs with more musical complexity and ambiguous meanings. It is not a crime to enjoy the lower quality entertainment, but the problem is that a whole genre is being defined because of pandering (moe fluff anime/ generic club music). Its the truth in life. The most important, significant things are the less recognized because it requires greater knowledge, awareness, and pure passion that most people don't have.

[@chris92945]

TheEvaGuy : Actually it didn't flopped. It grossed three times over it's bugdet but it was certainly didn't lived up the box office expectations and success of most Ghibli films. And the underwhelming gross of both Marnie and Princess Kaguya are just one side of the problem, the main issue why Ghibli is on hold is because Miyazaki retired and they don't have a guy right now who carries the torch the same way he did. Hiromasa Yonebayashi who directed both Marnie and Arriety had the most potential but a couple of weeks ago he left the company to do his own stuff. I hope Ghibli doesn't close in the main future but if they did, that would be both very sad yet understandable.

[@spoonsharkart4550]

chris92945 there were talks of Evangelion creator Hideki Anno taking the reigns of the company, that would be awesome. He's a veteran of japanese animation almost as much as Miyazaki. i don't know if he has it anymore though seeing as the evangelion movies have been largely underwhelming in terms of recapturing the original series.

[@sleepyazathoth5238]

WRotten Ehgs Nope, they're not done, they are evaluating their business model, but they're not closed yet.

[@dealofnight2027]

This movie is so underrated. I completely agree, it is one of their best!

[@WolfyzP0W]

Hey Chris, like how you reviewed David Fincher's films and the Star Wars films recently. Why not pay tribute to Ghibli by reviewing their old films like Spirited Away, My Neighbour's Totoro, etc?

[@ZS-lq6fv]

WolfyzP0W Underrated post. Completely agree this would be a fantastic idea.

[@tigerbeauty]

Such a good idea! Hope Chris sees this :)

[@crimsonshadow42]

WolfyzP0W Definitely they deserve their own tribute. Hopefully he can get his hands on some of the more obscure Takahata stuff like Only Yesterday, My Neighbors the Yamada's and Pom Poko.

[@thomasedwards6641]

WolfyzP0W I agree I would love to see his review for Porco Rosso which is one of my favourite Ghibli films and their other classics.

[@gracegau1823]

WolfyzP0W Grave of the Fireflies. I've described this to my friends as a kids' film for adults. Bring tissue for your tears.

[@gabrielcoombs4566]

When Marnie was There was the first movie to make me cry in years. Truly Beautiful film.

[@doubleoscar773]

I love these kinds reviews by Chris. He doesn't need to yell or fanboy to get me excited for a film. Just his calm demeanor and what he had to say about When Marnie Was There is enough to get me excited to see it. Great Review as always Chris.

[@Gravitynaut]

Except for when he reviewed Mad Max: Fury Road. He FREAKED OUT there.

[@doubleoscar773]

Yeah that was acceptable because no one really expected Mad Max to be as good as it was

[@Mina_Angel]

Gravitynaut a lil nerding out is acceptable :3 and I loved watching him nerd out oooo soo cool

[@maujo2009]

DoubleOscar Except for his review of _Mad Max_ . But if that movie made him flip out in front of the camera, when he's usually of calmed character, there must've been a very good reason! ^__^

[@eclipsesonic]

This film makes my personal top 10 favourite Studio Ghibli films: 10. Kiki's Delivery Service 9. Howl's Moving Castle 8. Porco Rosso 7. Only Yesterday 6. When Marnie Was There 5. The Tale of the Princess Kaguya 4. Grave of the Fireflies 3. Princess Mononoke 2. Spirited Away 1. Laputa: Castle in the Sky

[@SaberRexZealot]

No Nausicaä?

[@eclipsesonic]

That's not a Studio Ghibli film, even though it is directed by Miyazaki, which is why it's not on the list. Ghibli was founded in 1985 and their first official film is Laputa: Castle in the Sky. If Nausicaa were a Ghibli film, it would be at my No. 4 spot as I do love it!

[@SaberRexZealot]

eclipsesonic I'd still count it cos' it included much of the same crew from Ghibli and helped form the company thereafter, but I see your point.

[@Asian_Movie_Enthusiast]

+eclipsesonic -- Nice list.

[@eclipsesonic]

Thanks! :)

[@brasteen1]

Studio Ghibli's last possible film? *Sigh* Its a sign of the times. Many people just aren't as interested in their types of films these days which is depressing considering how much effort they put into them. I'm glad Ghibli isn't whoring themselves out and creating pandering crap like many other anime studios these days just to stay afloat. Its clear they care about what they put out despite how well it sells. I hope they can survive but if not they will always have my upmost respect.

[@brasteen1]

On a brighter note one series had an awesome episode today. MUDA!!!!

[@mprietohernand26]

TheUndefeatedMagician FUCKIN AMAZE-BALLS

[@brasteen1]

mprietohernand26 SO MUCH HYPE!!! DIO IS GOAT!!!

[@thegr8tergold407]

TheUndefeatedMagician Damn Dude Yang Wenli in the house! Really rare that you meet another LotGH fan on a video that isn't a LotGH video

[@brasteen1]

TheGr8terGold Same bro. LOTGH is a masterpiece.

[@jasonlee148]

This has to win the Oscar, Inside Out is simply not on the same level

[@batterfly49]

yeah! because inside out is popular and it made so much money so we need to hate it

[@Jesei1211]

@@batterfly49 saying something is better than the other is hating now or what?

[@JohnGoetzGaming]

​@@batterfly49why on earth would you take that comment as "hate" on inside our?

[@Babylauncher3000]

To think this movie is likely too lose to Inside Out at the oscars. Feelsbadman

[@duderRechthat]

+Babylauncher3000 and here we are

[@Zelkiiro]

I mean, if you're gonna lose to a movie, it might as well be one as astonishingly good as Inside Out.

[@saledarius9014]

Should've won Oscars Inside Out is not Oscar-worthy When Marnie Was There is the best

[@mistersir3185]

I'm a grown ass man and this movie made me burst into tears at the very end. All Studio Ghilibi movies are preciously made.

[@_Ciaran_Maher]

Studio Ghibli movies are definitely one of those cinematic gaps that I really need to get around to filling. I didn't mean for that to sound so dirty but regardless I've only seen Spirited Away a long time ago and I love the fuck out of that film. Will absolutely see the rest eventually, anyone know if any kind of complete set exists?

[@qpopuiuzmnmb]

Ciaran Maher Madman Australia currently has one of ur best options: The Miyazaki Collection, which includes all Miyazaki films in one box set. Sure its not a Ghibli collection, but u do get a awesome box and save some bucks

[@_Ciaran_Maher]

qpopuiuzmnmb Thanks for the quick reply but the bluray version is currently out of stock and the dvd version is listed at 274.95

[@qpopuiuzmnmb]

Ciaran Maher Only on Madman's website, there are other venders such as sanity and JBHIFI that still have that in stock. The price of $300 for the Blu-ray box set is a bit steep, but that's for 11 films plus extras, which when bought separately (for us Australians anyway) is around $400

[@_Ciaran_Maher]

qpopuiuzmnmb Considering the age of some of movies though it seems like you guys are kinda getting shafted

[@qpopuiuzmnmb]

Ciaran Maher I can forgive...the blu-ray upgrade for Ghibli films r STILL in progress.

[@guidosaur7506]

literally don't think any movie has made me cry as hard as this one.

[@gracey_bun]

You haven't watched Grave of the Fireflies then.

[@Basenotesfrag]

For me this is the best ghibli movie ever made. The story is amazing. Animation and music is perfect.

[@user-abcdefghijklmnopqrstuvxyz]

I agree. This is #1 for me. #2 is spirited away

[@niajhopkins]

I bought it today...watched it today... its been an hour after watching it and I'm still crying

[@emnesia4591]

Oh my god I cried like a baby!

[@JotaP1n]

Onions, onions for everyone.

[@LovegiDavid]

the ending of this movie just... justt.. I can even describe it... I give it 11/10

[@Allison--]

I first heard about this movie when I was checking out if there were any recent Studio Ghibli movies because a year or so before I watched The Wind Rises, the first Ghibli film I ever watched in theaters and was eager to watch another one. Then I found the trailer on KZbin and loved every second of it. I was dead set on watching this in the theater. However, it wasn't playing anywhere near me. Not even the theater where I saw the Wind Rises. The closest location I could get was in New York and that was too far for me. I was incredibly disappointed by this. I had no choice but to wait for the Blu-ray release. Somehow finding the Blu-ray was impossible to find. I couldn't find it in any major store that sells movies. Again, I was disappointed but I kept looking and wouldn't you know, I finally found a Blu-ray copy of When Marnie Was There at my local Wal-mart which I generally never go to. I gotta give Wal-mart credit for this find because I finally got it and I watched it immediately. This movie had me crying multiple times, especially the ending. This movie hit me on a personal level. I got the main character completely because I saw a lot of me in her, I love stories where a character is out of their element and exploring someplace new (which is in this movie), its mysterious and haunting and emotional and just...really got me in a deep level that I never could of expected from this movie. I'm seriously considering this movie as being one of my favorite movies of all time. Its that great! I

[@edsheeranandcoffee]

It's one of those movies that sticks with you and has you thinking about it for days.

[@lord_tony]

"When Marnie Was There" is such a masterpiece of animated films, this movie is an *ART*, beautiful hand drawn animation, heart warming/beautiful story and it is one of my favourite animated films of all time

[@jecka1021]

I can guarantee this movie will not get an Oscar.

[@ZS-lq6fv]

***** Yep. Because it isn't Disney/Pixar. Shame really.

[@thecinematicmind]

Well it could win an Oscar if it has more acclaim than Inside Out and Minions! However, the OLD MEN of the Academy Awards seen to not care about animation in general and I think they describe it as a "genre" when actually Animation is the alternative form of filmmaking!

[@MedhaavMahesh]

***** i am sure inside out will win the oscar but when marnie was there would at least get nominated for animated

[@MedhaavMahesh]

The Cinematic Mind and i dont think minions will be oscar worthy. it looks fun and might be good. but i dont think the oscar will like it that much

[@maujo2009]

***** We live in a time where that actually is a praise for the movie.

[@gamingseriesx5375]

Not gonna lie When Marnie was there made me cry hard Anna found out who Marnie was. 💙

[@skiwoodlenoodle917]

When Marnie was there was one of the most heart wrenching ghibli films I've ever watched in my whole life, it brings a wave of nostalgia, regret, mystery and it makes me want to spend more time with my parents and not to mention it made me cry like a little bitch. The animation was beautiful! I downloaded the whole soundtrack. Ima little late but I still recommend it to anyone who would want to watch it.

[@grimehound]

This movie hit me straight to my heart. I literally wanna cry but im doing my best to hold back from crying. Man, i wanna go to heaven and see Marnie real happy with Kazuhiko and Emily watching over Anna

[@ReassuringSmile]

That movie changed my life.... I went outside and ran a mile after the movie

[@jessicamystic1]

Chris Stuckmann have you seen Letters to Momo? its not studio ghibili but its very similar to them and very funny to.

[@yo-xz5yu]

That fact that it is so...so underrated is killing me 💀

[@Seekarr]

I was shocked at how good this film was, like I’m talking it hit me like a brick wall to the side of the face. I was NOT ready for that and had no idea an animated film could evoke such emotion. As a note, this isn’t a one watch film, because of the events at the end. Like Fight Club and Vertigo, elements toward the back of the visual and storytelling come out to the front on rewatch, others take on different meanings - it’s like seeing the film for the first time all over again.

[@anaskaadan7846]

God damn it Chris, I watched this movie based on your recommendation and I couldn't stop crying!

[@catherinehindle8193]

For a Ghibli film, I feel like this film really flew under the radar, both in the anime community and film at large, which I DON'T GET because it touched me as much or more than any of their other work. I feel like its messages were so easy for young adults to connect to, it was heartbreaking as well as visually stunning. Top 3 Ghibli films for me for sure.

[@maryadkins2599]

I watched this movie (based on your review, Chris) and cried my eyes out. What a moving film. Beautiful and zeroed in on the feeling of being an outsider. Amazing. Thank you for reviewing this film. I would have missed this gem. XOXOXO

[@wilf609]

The lending song, Fine on the Outside - Priscilla Ahn, fitted the movie so well. A great movie.

[@AP0LL0edc]

I introduced My Neighbour Totoro to my daughters when they were 4 and 8 years old. I was happy to find that they both love it. All Studio Ghibli movies are (IMO) classics because they are beautiful, timeless stories and don't cater to current fads. Highly recommended!

[@moomoo5043]

I relate to Anna because I'm extremely introverted and shy and I've always had a hard time making friends because I feel like I'm on the "outside of the circle." This is why I love the movie so much and what's funny is that I even look like her a little bit. I also have a really close friend that I have known for around 5-6 years who looks like Marnie with long, blond hair and blue eyes. This movie was really touching and I loved it a lot.

[@glotero]

I loooved this movie. It was beautiful, and I would have never seen it, if it wasnt for this review. My god I just feel soo sentimental, I have been feeling like this the whole day since I woke up to see this art of a movie. Thank you.

[@sarahdaoudi5301]

oh my god, I was not expecting to CRY. I must apologise to Uncle Iroh's Leaves on the vine. This whole tale overwhelmed me emotionally- heart wrenching

[@Amanda-nq6mw]

I love your reviews! I completely agree with Studio Ghibli; those films have been my teenage years and adult life. Can you do reviews of the other Studio Ghibli movies if you haven't already? Those would be awesome to see

[@sarahswanson4637]

Recently, I've been going through and watching a bunch of Studio Ghibli films. I've only seen three so far (Nausicaa, Castle in the Sky, and Grave of the Fireflies), but I have been so impressed by them; they all have stunning animation, great voice talent, engrossing stories, and memorable characters who you really become invested in. I'm so sad to hear that this studio may be done making movies.......I hope they either come back to it later on, or just don't quit at all! Also, thank you, Chris, for seeking out and reviewing these smaller, lesser-known movies. Your effort to bring these films their deserved attention and introduce them to a wider audience is very much appreciated!

[@Meanish]

Thank you Chris for making me aware of #WhenMarnieWasThere. I am in awe. It is beautifully done. I'm so glad I watched this film. If this is indeed Studio Ghibli's last film, I'll be so devastated. They make some of the best animated films ever. Animation is the best medium to tell a story. I firmly believe so. What Studio Ghibli does is cinematic gold. They create magic. Please watch #WhenMarnieWasThere if you get a chance. You won't regret it. I give you my word. loved this film so much.

[@YokoMitch]

I love the way you explain anime and your want for more parents to watch these with their kids. I believe these movies would be more "healthy" for kids to watch than some of the stuff thats out now. Well earned Sub!

[@SamuelSamuelSamuel1]

I’m so happy that studio ghibli is coming back 2023 How do you live?

[@eXistenZ1864]

Review "Wolf Children", that movie will really move you. It brought tears to my eyes.

[@aaronmunoz9853]

+Damon C he did review it a while back look it up.

[@eXistenZ1864]

Aaron Munoz Oh, okay, sweet

[@van0202]

"Banana...Pfftt....pffft!" -Chris Stuckmann 2015

[@kurtsiecolferites2160]

Absolutely agree it’s one of Studio Ghibli’s best. Makes me cry every time. I’m also devastated that Studio Ghibli isn’t making movies anymore. Undoubtedly some of the best animated movies around. Pure magic. Ghibli was my childhood!

[@kptlt.phillipthomsen5973]

The fucking dub man...Holy shit it was done so well.

[@kptlt.phillipthomsen5973]

"Usually ENG dubs are horrid," What fucking dubs are you watching? Evangalion? DBZ? Every dub ive seen is golden

[@AvantsPianoScores]

The Dudest coughcoughDigimoncoughcough

[@CodeNameTheGamerFoo]

Finally took the time to sit down and watch this movie...my god such a masterpiece my eyes were glued to the screen as i puzzled what was going on. Though truthfully in the back of my mind i had start it to piece it all together like 2/3 in but at the same time i didnt want to accept it and just wanted to watch it unfold in front of me. The ending was so touching that it hit me hard...not afraid to admit i cried a bit cause of how touching it was...such a great movie and one that is gonna belong in my best movie collection list. Its a must watch and own type of movie, truly beautiful

[@zeshpee4429]

Please do a spoiler review for this

[@eclipsesonic]

I'm so glad you really enjoyed this film, Chris! I really can't wait to see it now. I'm a huge fan of Studio Ghibli (I've seen all their films so far, with the exception of "When Marnie Was There") and they have never disappointed me and it's great to hear that you think this is one of their best. For me, nothing will ever top my personal favourite, Laputa: Castle in the Sky, but hopefully this film will make my top 10, or even top 5 Ghibli films list, especially since it's probably going to be their last film and because of that, I really hope you will do a top 10 Studio Ghibli films list, Chris! That would be great.

[@ScarecrOmega]

Can't wait to see this and I will purchase the blu ray. Life Long Studio Ghibli fan.

[@jmclen7]

Man I love this movie. Not really an anime fan, but Ghibli movies feel as if they were made just for me. If I had children, they would be watching it right now. Wonderful way to nourish empathy. Totally cried at the end. One very special movie and now one of my favorites.

[@imadeadunicorn9495]

loved When Marnie was her so much, made me bawl at the middle and end of the movie. thank you chris stuckmann for such a wonderfull review

[@shilovesyou6042]

growing up with Studio Ghibli, really changed my whole life until right now , life without them will be dull. thanks Studio Ghibli for all the tears ,interesting,funny, touché plot for all these years. And tq to Hayao Miyazaki too hands down u guys r the best!

[@TheXBRGUY]

I love how anime is the only source of mature storytelling for kids,and for the most part, for adults(mainly the only adult cartoons with mature themes)!!! By the way Chris Stuckmann , have you seen Fullmetal Alchemist? If so could you review it/FMA Brotherhood?

[@filmonthemic860]

Your name and pic is the best I swear to god.

[@TheXBRGUY]

MoneyMike Productions Hahaha Thanks XD!

[@marmiteghost]

The Angry Little Alchemist *only* is a bit of stretch. it's certainly the central source nowadays, but check early Disney stuff man. Dumbo, Bambi, Pinnochio.. classics

[@TheXBRGUY]

anon03030605 Ya but those are old classics, it's kind of to be expected.

[@sunnydong9069]

The Angry Little Alchemist I just like the fact that the anime industry, as a national treasure to Japan, is taken seriously (most of the time, anyways) as a mature medium to present ideas and stories just like films and TV. Now if only we can convince the masses that just because the visuals is stylized and unrealistic, doesn't make it inferior to live action in any way. I mean we already have TV series trying to go for a cinematic experience nowadays, don't we?

[@BlazeTheMovieFan]

I will check the movie out some time. I have a few questions for you, Chris. If you notice this comment, I hope you'll answer. 1. Since you're a fan of anime I have always wondered about what you think of the Pokémon anime. So yeah, what's your opinion on it? 2. Which do you recommend I watch it in English or Japanese with English subtitles? Anyway thanks for recommending this, I will check it out in a few days for sure.

[@keilaannis8489]

I just saw it 10 min. ago on demand and i loved it. It is so good i can't even right now!!!!

[@charlesdoeseverything9716]

When Marnie waved at the end I immediately knew when to cry.

[@PrettyPrincess9609]

So I watched this movie today not expecting to cry but I did. This movie reminded me of my own grandma. I’m very close to her and I don’t know what I’ll do what she is gone. This was a beautiful movie. ❤

[@MTTT19]

Finally saw this movie. Why is taking them so long to release on Blu-Ray and DVD in the UK?

[@carljthatsme94]

If you haven't seen a Ghibli movie start with Spirited Away. It is universally enjoyable for all ages. They make true family films. Films that a family can watch and every generation can get something beautiful from them.

[@richardbruce8514]

Well said. This movie is a gem.

[@elderflower2133]

When I saw this movie, I got SO emotional. I've seen it three times since, I own it on DVD, and I still get welled up even talking about it! It's one of my favourites out of Studio Ghibli, for sure. ♥♡♥

[@anastasiagirl1342]

I just watched it, and oh my gosh! It's a emotional work of art!

[@ROR5CH4CH]

Just watched it for the first time and had to come back to the review that recommended this film to me years ago. It's so nostalgic to watch Chris's old reviews from time to time :)

[@shathriel]

Slow moving, majestic and worthy of any, ANY anime collection.

[@dustinlewis3636]

I broke down and ordered this film from Japan today. I cannot wait to watch this film when it arrives next week, and your praise for it has heightened my excitement. Thank you for the great review, Chris!

[@AkashNShayans]

Sweet! Will definitely check this greatness out. :) Btw I'm not sure if you've already seen it but you should totally check out the Anime called Monster. Guillermo Del Toro is making a live-action adaptation of it! Also prepare to have a new favourite Villain after watching it...

[@TiagoAMGomes]

Son Goku Wait, what? Really? How have I not heard about this before? Monster is amazing!

[@brasteen1]

***** Its actually been in development for a couple years.

[@espoppelaars]

Son Goku Woooh I did not know this! Would love to see that live-action adaptation when it comes out.

[@wildboy2222]

Actually,I don't think it's going to happen. Guillermo has a history of canceling projects. He sent the script of what he intended to be the first season of the live-action show, as Urasawa requested and approved it, and we haven't heard about it again. It's been a while.

[@espoppelaars]

Hmmm okay that would be too bad. Totally loved the anime though

[@cjdstruction1]

This.... this movie.... I have no words describing how beautiful it is from Studio Ghibli. Miyazaki-sama / Studio Ghibli, you never seize to amaze me with your storytelling. If this is the last film from them then I have no regrets. For me, it is THE best saved for last thus far.

[@JaquesBobe]

Watch "Over The Garden Wall"!!! You're not a fan of animation, if you have not seen it.

[@lumcoy]

whoa i was at the Nightlight last night for their showing of it!! Super caught off guard when you mentioned it since its such a small local place. Love that theater, super awesome people that work there, and amazing movie. Still feel my heart wrenching when I think about it!

[@taylornoe9641]

I balled my eyes out. One of my favorites.

[@ruchika4596]

I watched My Neighbor Totoro today! It was really sweet and happy movie. And it's like you were saying that these days happy movies are rare to find. Thanks for introducing Studio Ghibli, Chris. Their movies are just.... magical.

[@KytanoSkorpius]

Just saw this with my girlfriend tonight. It's honestly one of the best animated films I have ever seen and I would watch it again and again. It's great. Had us both in tears by the end.

[@wolfstar675]

Well it's great you and her are watching this instead of the shit on cineplexes like Pitch Perfect or I don't know what the hell is on there tbh

[@ridwanrahman9713]

Just saw the movie. Was waiting for the payoff at the end and it was WORTH IT! Very beautiful ending. Very beautiful movie.

[@aurorapiaggesi]

Good job, as usual Chris! I really appreciate your reviews, they are very punctual and moving at the same time. I am really waiting for this film to be released in my country. Unfortunately, as they did before for Studio Ghibli's previous products, the distributors have planned only two days for this film to be screened, in September. This is really sad because there would be less chances for such a masterpiece to be known and appreciated.

[@geodescent]

You should review Song of the Sea

[@the1000waterfists]

I love Studio Ghibli films,their animation has greatly inspired me to never give up on my dreams.I will definately see this film,but I really hope this isnt the last film from them.

[@REIQ]

AMAZING MOVIE THE BEST!

[@czed6937]

What most critics and audiences alike seem to ignore in When Marnie Was There, was that this is not merely an animated film of love and friendship, like most Disney movies do, but also a delicately depicted commentary on child abuse and bad parenting. It may not be as imaginative as past Ghibli films, but it still retained the emotional reverberation, the nostalgia, the solemn-yet-resounding magic of spiritual enchantment, and a masterful storytelling. This is damn one of the best and most numinous animated movies to come out in a while, and it deserve a fucking Oscar win for Best Animated Film, perhaps even a nom for Best Picture.

[@evandugas7888]

This is criminally under rated go on MAL and look at the rating compared to the popularity... it is sad.

[@XsvruploaderX]

Love your reviews man I think you should review all of Studio Ghibli's works, it'd be really interesting to see your opinion on them

[@megatron8561]

I didn't know of this movies existence until i found it on Netflix. God what an incredible movie .

[@anamm3351]

Me too.. I just seen it on Netflix..I am thankful!

[@viggzplashfilms1232]

me three, I watched it today on netflix. I agree with you, what an incredible movie

[@Bgarcia-1097]

Because of this review on one of my MOST FAVORITE films, YOU SIR, have earned yourself a new subscriber! ☺❤ Keep up the good work! 👍

[@SethMartinIsABurger]

I just watched it, and it was truly stunning!

[@EpicMarchio]

I would love it if you reviewed all of the Studio Ghibli films. Especially Kiki's Delivery Service and Spirited away. Great review Chris.

[@b1merio]

Dub or sub, Chris? Also, will you review Justice League: Gods and Monsters when it comes out (new Bruce Timm film, possibly in the Timmiverse)?

[@noahpage6459]

I haven't seen the movie yet but pretty much all ghibli movies have amazing dubs (just as good as cowboy bebop). Though, I still haven't seen this movie yet.

[@ES-yc1tp]

Sub. Always.

[@bmw128racer]

Enoc Sosa Right on... Sub ALWAYS.

[@DaVeO52]

bmw racer We chose sub (the theater we went to had both) but you can't go wrong wither way as the Ghibli/Disney dubs are very well done.

[@onlythefacts999]

Whichever suits your pallet. The book it was based on is by a British author and based in Norfolk, England but the movie is adapted to take place in Japan. I can't comment on the quality of the dub as I've only seen the sub.