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amaldae's review against another edition
4.0
I loved the book and liked both the anime and this film comic (all four parts, even though I'm only keeping the first one on my shelves). Can't even say with much certainty which one I I was acquainted with first, to be honest...
Anyway, the manga's prettily drawn and captures the essential story quite well, in my opinion. I liked the overall visualisation and enjoyed the obvious Miyazakisms - it's always interesting to see how different artists interpret each other's art -, and I thought this version was very well done, too. But I still prefer DJW's humour and her much more understated manner. Especially the main conflict and the ending is pretty dramatically altered from the original, and I'm not sure it's entirely for the better.
It would be interesting to re-read these with fresh eyes, too, now that I pretty much know the story backwards.
Anyway, the manga's prettily drawn and captures the essential story quite well, in my opinion. I liked the overall visualisation and enjoyed the obvious Miyazakisms - it's always interesting to see how different artists interpret each other's art -, and I thought this version was very well done, too. But I still prefer DJW's humour and her much more understated manner. Especially the main conflict and the ending is pretty dramatically altered from the original, and I'm not sure it's entirely for the better.
It would be interesting to re-read these with fresh eyes, too, now that I pretty much know the story backwards.
lexingtonreads's review
adventurous
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
mysterious
reflective
relaxing
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
HOWL AND SOPHIE MY BELOVEDS. Honestly how's moving castle is one of my favorite studio ghibli film so to read this little comic was a delight! I love them sm. </spoiler with the entire film being a time loop to be able to read it & see all the clues hinting to the loop it was amazing. I was kicking my feet anytime I seen howl and Sophie together.
rebeccacider's review against another edition
3.0
*dodges Nic's death stare*
So far actually a good adaptation of the book. Haven't gotten to the bit where it stops making any kind of sense.
So far actually a good adaptation of the book. Haven't gotten to the bit where it stops making any kind of sense.
moonymariam's review against another edition
adventurous
lighthearted
relaxing
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
alivaster's review against another edition
5.0
Beautiful drawings straight from the movie. Manga style, and easy to read and understand. Only part one, so looking forward to seeing the volumes!
gabbyreadswithtea's review against another edition
4.0
*WARNING: Possibly No Spoilers*
I Love the Movie Howls moving Castle, and haven't read the books due to the unfortunate even that i didn't realise i owned the book until I'd sold it *Slaps wrist*. Bad Me. I loved how bright the pictures were and how there was less writing than normal comics. Usually i would love more writing, but with this book it just seemed right.
A Very quick read (My reading time was 10 minutes at my relatives house.) And i definitely recommend it it you loved the movie like i did.
I Love the Movie Howls moving Castle, and haven't read the books due to the unfortunate even that i didn't realise i owned the book until I'd sold it *Slaps wrist*. Bad Me. I loved how bright the pictures were and how there was less writing than normal comics. Usually i would love more writing, but with this book it just seemed right.
A Very quick read (My reading time was 10 minutes at my relatives house.) And i definitely recommend it it you loved the movie like i did.
mingo11's review against another edition
adventurous
lighthearted
relaxing
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.0
theportalmaster's review against another edition
3.0
The movie was awesome, this comic not so much. BUT because of my love for Studio Ghibli and its works I cannot rate this lower than three stars.