Zavvi Article: Howl’s Moving Castle 15 Years On
Here’s a link to an anniversary piece I wrote for Zavvi on one of my favourite films of all time, Howl’s Moving Castle! Continue reading Zavvi Article: Howl’s Moving Castle 15 Years On
Tag: animation
Klaus Review – A Visually Masterful Netflix Delight (Rating: 7/10)
Two dimensional animation from major studios has been struggling for years in the West. While Japan has a grand tradition of beautiful, complex, cel animated films that is being continued on to great success by artists like Makoto Shinkai and Mamoru Hosoda, Hollywood is dominated by CGI, with Pixar leading the charge. Now that the Disnay department for 2D animation is no more, it seems … Continue reading Klaus Review – A Visually Masterful Netflix Delight (Rating: 7/10)
The Digital Fix Article: Ten Years Of Fantastic Mr. Fox
Here’s a link to an article I wrote for the 10th anniversary of Wes Anderson’s Fantastic Mr. Fox – please check it out! Continue reading The Digital Fix Article: Ten Years Of Fantastic Mr. Fox
The Digital Fix Article: Okko’s Inn Review
Here’s a link to my review of Okko’s Inn, an adorable and surprisingly brutal kids film – take a look! Continue reading The Digital Fix Article: Okko’s Inn Review
Flip Screened Article: Buñuel In The Labyrinth Of The Turtles Review
Here’s a link to my review of the animated Buñuel in the Labyrinth of the Turtles – please take a look! Continue reading Flip Screened Article: Buñuel In The Labyrinth Of The Turtles Review
Film Inquiry: The Flying Fish Review: An Ode To The Endless Possibilities Of Animation
Here’s a link to my review of Murat Sayginer’s short film The Flying Fish over at Film Inquiry – please take a look! Continue reading Film Inquiry: The Flying Fish Review: An Ode To The Endless Possibilities Of Animation
Modest Heroes Review – A Charming Trio Of Uplifting Shorts (Rating: 9/10)
Since establishing themselves with the spectacular Mary and the Witch’s Flower last year, Studio Ponoc (an offshoot of Ghibli) have, along with Makoto Shinkai, become the ones to watch among fans of Japanese animation. As well as full feature films, Ponoc has begun to make shorts, and intend to produce themed anthologies on a regular basis. The first, entitled Modest Heroes, is a gorgeous, heartwarming set of … Continue reading Modest Heroes Review – A Charming Trio Of Uplifting Shorts (Rating: 9/10)
