My Neighbor Totoro

Sheer creative brilliance shines in this Hayao Miyazaki classic. This is an example of a writer-director who truly understands the mind of a child, how they act and what fascinates them. The detail is astounding, with every frame existing as fine art in its own right. The story is touching as well, and easy for even a child to understand. Not much happens, but everything happens, and it’s magical. It’s a film that will leave you smiling.