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Finn W Apr 23, 2019 I love Miyazaki films, as do many. However, this is my favorite. The characters are creative, well developed and fun throughout. The basic plot of a clubhouse renovation is simple and the bigger plot of the relationship between Umi and Shun is heartwarming. The film obviously is hosts tons of Miyazaki charm as well as a beautiful soundtrack that occurs at just the right moment. It is nice to see a "teen romance" but done in a beautiful fashion instead of a silly one. You get attached to the characters and you truly feel the emotions of Umi and Shun, as well as the hard work and care of the other students. See more

Draco M Mar 24, 2019 The younger Miyazaki redeems himself with this sweet coming-of-age romance, that captures its viewers with clever humor, nostalgic feel and unusual but brilliant musical score See more

Draco S Mar 11, 2019 While From Up on Poppy Hill may hold feelings of nostalgia for some, it's missing the magic that is usually associated with a Studio Ghibli film. The animation is straightforward and the story is simple. It's good, but I'm betting that this is a movie I'll have a hard time remembering years down the road. See more

Harry M Aug 16, 2018 calm sweet little movie

Albus M Mar 3, 2018 I found a very wholesome Japanese animation romance with professional English voices that came out in 2013. It is a wonderful artistic look at 1963 Yokohoma, Japan with a very uplifting story. If you like the old way of high school romance, you will enjoy this film. See more

Kylo S Feb 10, 2018 This is a solid slice of life romance movie, however it's nothing special. This is Goro Miyazaki's second film he has directed, this thankfully is a significant improvement from the critically slammed Tales of Earthsea, although From Up On Poppy Hill isn't as good as some of Studio Ghibli's better films. Umi and Shun are high school students who are trying to save the school clubhouse from demolition, over time they grow closer together, and they realise how their family heritage will forever change their relationship. This movie is about exploring your family heritage, which are shown really well. There are multiple scenes where Umi is thinking about her dad and how much he means to her, like during a dream sequence when she sees him again, or how everyday she raises the sea flags. These scenes show how much Umi's family history has impacted her on a personal level, and how these shape her to be the person she is now. The main plot is about how Umi' sand Shun's relationship, which is shown reasonably well. Watching them learn about their family's histories and how these effect them, the challenges they face as a result of this is shown in a very heartfelt and moving way. Although it would of been nice to see Umi and Suko spend more time together to build up their relationship. The film also focuses on the high school students trying to save the club house, which doesn't add any substance to the story. This is fun to watch, but it doesn't add much to Umi's and Shun's relationship because it doesn't focus on them and their personal struggles. During the club house sequence it often focuses on side characters which are easily forgettable and doesn't get much screen time. These make it harder to care about the clubhouse. This film has some fantastic moments, especially when it focuses on Umi and Shun, however it is bogged down by focussing too much on the club house and minor characters. I would still recommend this movie for Studio Ghibli and romance fans, and I'll be looking forward to what Goro Miyazaki does next. See more

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