Acclaimed for its stunning visuals and anti-war messages, it snagged an Academy Award nomination and won Tokyo Anime Awards.
Set against the backdrop of a fantastical war-torn kingdom, this enchanting tale follows Sophie, a young milliner transformed into an elderly woman by a spiteful witch. With its moving castle, wizard Howl, and a fire demon named Calcifer, the story grossed $236 million globally. Acclaimed for its stunning visuals and anti-war messages, it snagged an Academy Award nomination and won Tokyo Anime Awards. This film beautifully marries steampunk aesthetics with heartfelt themes of love and compassion.