Whisper of the Heart - Blu-ray + DVD

“Whisper of the Heart” is an enchanting film that perfectly captures the beauty of youth and the magic of following your dreams. The story unfolds with a gentle charm, weaving themes of self-discovery and connection that feel both personal and universal. What I loved most is how it brought me back to my school days, evoking a sense of nostalgia for that time when life felt wide open with possibilities and emotions ran so deep. The characters’ journey is heartfelt and inspiring, reminding us of the joy of pursuing what truly matters. Without giving anything away, this movie is a gorgeous blend of stunning visuals, soulful music, and a story that will stay with you long after the credits roll. Highly recommended for anyone who appreciates a touching, feel-good story!

I really love this movie and it makes me feel so relaxed that I often fall asleep watching it, not because it’s boring but because it’s just a sweet tail and the music and visuals are peaceful to me. I think everyone should give this a try.

Yoshifumi Kondō’s 1995 film, “Whisper of the Heart,” adapts Hayao Miyazaki’s screenplay based on Aoi Hiiragi’s 1989 manga of the same name. The movie is a fun coming-of-age romantic drama that will remind people in their 30s and 40s what it was like when they were a young high school student with their whole future laid out ahead of them. The main character, Shizuku, is studying for her high school entrance exams, balancing friendship with Yūko, a crush on Seiji, and family obligations in addition to her imaginary fantasies about Baron Humbert von Gikkingen, a cat (who later appears in Hiroyuki Morita’s 2002 film, “The Cat Returns”). The film uses John Denver’s song, “Take Me Home, Country Roads,” as a through-line to capture the mood of a transitional period in life. This makes it particularly poignant for people watching it during their own high school years as well as older viewers who recall the impact that high school and college had in their own growth.

A must watch. Just do it.

Hayao Miyazaki is a genius. I've watched all of Studio Ghibli's films and haven't been disappointed yet. This is a lighthearted story about growing up and pursuing your dreams. The small amount of teen romance thrown in is just cute. The art style is stunning.

Great movie

Missing the collectible booklet.

Beautifully drawn, directed, acted, and written. This director was supposed to replace Miyazaki so he could retire, but he died after making this movie. If you like Miyazaki, you should like this movie a lot too.

The steel book came in perfect condition! Packaging was well-padded!

Kartonnen doosje, géén steelbook!

whisperheartのsteelbookは各国の物を購入してますが、アメリカ版のsteelbookは意表をついたパッケージ。これはこれで、いいですね。日本版のsteelbookは出さないかな、と。

Personally I love the design of the UK steelbooks being released, and this is another great addition to the collection.

El atractivo de esta colección es el slip cover metálico, no obstante, una vez más, Amazon México se las ingenió para hacerme la vida miserable con una steelbook abollada y raspada. No fueron capaces de hacerme un reemplazo. Un asco su servicio al cliente.