The Boy And The Heron Comes Back To Theaters For Limited Engagement

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There’s good news for people who missed out on Hayao Miyazaki’s latest, The Boy And The Heron, when it appeared in US theaters. It’s since been released on home video formats, digital formats, and streaming via HBO Max, but you’ll soon have a second chance to see it on the big screen, thanks to GKIDS and Fathom Events. Miyazaki’s latest opened in theaters worldwide in 2023 (in Japan the title was “How Do You Live”). It arrived on 4K Blu-Ray and other home video formats in the summer of 2024 — the first time a Ghibli movie had been offered in 4K. The 4K version is also what will appear in theaters (of course). Fathom will screen both the dub and sub versions, with the dub boasting the voices of Christian Bale, Dave Bautista, Gemma Chan, Willem Dafoe, Karen Fukuhara, Mark Hamill, Robert Pattinson and Florence Pugh. All screenings will include a post-film clip from the bonus featurettes, “Drawing with Takeshi Honda.” After losing his mother in a hospital fire, young Mahito moves to his family’s estate in the countryside. There, a series of mysterious events lead him to a secluded and ancient tower, home to a mischievous gray heron. […]
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The Boy And The Heron Comes Back To Theaters For Limited Engagement

There's good news for people who missed out on Hayao Miyazaki's latest, The Boy And The Heron, when it appeared in US theaters. It's since been released

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[Drake]

No thanks, I’m not paying to watch something I already saw for free on streaming. I get that seeing it in theaters might look nicer, but for me it’s not worth spending extra money. I already watched The Boy and the Heron on HBO Max, and if I ever want to rewatch it, I can just do that anytime at home. I can pause it, replay my favorite parts, or watch it in bed without dealing with ticket prices and schedules. I understand why some people like the theater experience, but I think it’s more about nostalgia than actual improvement. The story and animation don’t change just because it’s on a bigger screen. I’d rather save my money for something new instead of paying again for a movie I already own.

 

[Angie4214go]

I missed it when it first ran, so this re-release feels like a second chance. I’ve only seen short clips online, and even those made me emotional. Miyazaki has a way of mixing fantasy and grief that feels human. I’m choosing the subtitled version because I want to hear the original performances, but it’s nice they’re offering both options.

 

[WindmillsOfTheGods7]

I’m glad The Boy and the Heron is returning to theaters. I saw it at home, but Miyazaki films deserve to be experienced on a big screen. The art direction, the color tones, and the sound design feel much more powerful in a cinema. This movie was slower and more personal than Spirited Away or Howl’s Moving Castle, but that’s what made it special for me. It felt like Miyazaki was reflecting on his own life and legacy through Mahito’s journey.

 

[Breakaway]

This film broke my heart in a quiet way. Watching Mahito’s grief unfold through surreal imagery reminded me of how Totoro handled childhood loss, only darker. Seeing it in 4K again is a good reason to revisit it. I think I’ll watch the Japanese version this time because the subtitled dialogue feels more natural to me than the English dub.

 

[aimee]

The English cast is pretty impressive. Robert Pattinson as the heron was surprisingly good. I didn’t even recognize his voice at first. I also liked Florence Pugh’s performance. The dubbing felt more natural than I expected, which is rare for anime movies.

 

[bacon44]

I’m really excited that The Boy and the Heron is heading back to theaters. I watched it at home, but Miyazaki’s work feels meant for the big screen — the visuals, color palette, and sound design hit so much harder in a cinema. It’s slower and more personal compared to Spirited Away or Howl’s Moving Castle, but that’s what makes it beautiful. It feels like Miyazaki is quietly looking back on his own life through Mahito’s journey, and seeing that emotional depth in theaters will be a completely different experience. for more info visit ff beta app