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Article on the film's release in Japan. Free registration required. [New York Times]

Harvey Karten, Steve Rhodes, and Dustin Putman give the movie 4 stars out of 5.

Two reviews.

Includes comments from Miyazaki. Rating: 3.5/4.

Roger Ebert considers this one of the year's best films. Rating: 4/4.

Rob Vaux says the movie "brings an incandescent joy that rises above its flaws." Rating: B+.

Mongoose rates the film "really good".

Includes user comments. Rating: 5/5.

Bruce Westbrook feels that although the film dazzles, it also dawdles. Grade: A-.

Article discussing the success of the Japanese release. [CNN]

Kumi Kaoru discusses the film's background, its meaning, and whether it is successful in its goals. [Animation World Magazine]

Tom Mes calls it "one of Miyazaki's best works to date".

Thomas Hibbs believes the film presents lessons missing in most American movies for children.

Elvis Mitchell expects an Oscar nomination for the film in this positive review. [Free registration required]

Willian Arnold likes the film and its protagonist, but fears it may not connect with American viewers.