Unfortunately for me, I could only find a dubbed version of this movie, so parts of the story are a little different than the Japanese version. I was hesitant to rewatch this movie because I always felt ambivalent towards it as a child. It's cute, watch it once, move on. I don't remember itching to watch this movie when my uncle took and lost my CD versions: I didn't feel much of a loss. While Kiki's Delivery Service is lighter than some Ghibli films, it has more depth than My Neighbor Totoro. There is both naivety and maturity to the story that makes it alluring and rewatchable at any age.
REWATCHING STUDIO GHIBLI III
When I think of My Neighbor Totoro, I always have warm and fuzzy feelings because I believe this is the first Studio Ghibli movie I have ever watched as a child. In Cantonese, I use this movie metonymously to represent the production company itself. Totoro is a beloved character that's been made into plushies, t-shirts, puzzles, and other merch which I probably own. Since everybody, including myself loves this character, I was afraid to rewatch this movie.
AMÉLIE MEETS RICK & MORTY
I professed earlier this year that my new favorite movie was Léon: The Professional, but that has already changed in three months! This movie was weird and unique. I was enthralled with the art, fast-paced story, and quirky characters. Night is Short, Walk On Girl is one of the best things I have watched this year.
REWATCHING STUDIO GHIBLI II
I can't help but compare Castle in the Sky to Nausicaä, which I watched and reviewed a couple of weeks ago. Because Nausicaä is still fresh in my mind, I realized how similar they are in terms of art, story, and themes; however, I can say Nausicaä is the better movie out of the two, mainly because I was not left with too many questions and plot holes. This will have minor spoilers, so beware!