In which the Mister and Monsters join me in reviewing FROM UP ON POPPY HILL (2011), directed by Gorô Miyazaki, from a script by Hayao Miyazaki and Keiko Niwa, the film is based on the comic by Tetsurô Sayama and Chizuru Takahashi. This coming-of-age tale set in 1963 Japan follows Umi, a young girl as she navigates the challenges of growing up amidst social and cultural changes. She forms a connection with Shun, a classmate with a secret past and together, they work to preserve a beloved school club house and uncover the truth about their families. The film clocks in at 1 h and 3 m, is rated PG and currently streaming on Max and to buy/rent from Prime Video. Please note there are SPOILERS in this review.
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Opening intro music: GOAT by Wayne Jones, courtesy of YouTube Audio Library
