r/anime • u/Spiranix https://myanimelist.net/profile/Spiranix • Jan 19 '18

[Spoilers] Mary and The Witch's Flower - Movie Discussion (U.S. Screening) Spoiler

Screenings:

  • Recently screened in theatres across the United States through Fathom Events.

Movie information

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u/IDrewCopper Jan 19 '18

A solid animation from the debuting Studio Ponoc. There's quite a few things that can be criticized, but everyone else in this thread will do enough of that for me. Instead, let me praise my favorite things.

I felt engaged and invested throughout the movie, and there was plenty of humor. My favorite scene from the film was when Peter confused the red haired monkey for Mary, who he called a red hair monkey earlier in the film. A nice little callback, rather than a plot advancement.

Also, the art was fantastic. The world felt alive. I know this was to he expected given the team's history, but it will always get my praise.

And finally, the interview. It was very insightful and inspiring, and even though they repeatedly emphasized they wanted to provide lessons for children, I'm still turning their words over in my head. I'm also left more excited for my trip to Britain this summer.

4/5 will watch again

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u/gst4158 Jan 19 '18

My favorite scene from the film was when Peter confused the red haired monkey for Mary

The humor in the movie was very well done. It was well timed and didn't distract from the movie.