Miyazaki, Howl, and Matters of the Heart
At the end of Hayao Miyazaki’s visually stunning “Howl’s Moving Castle,” the titular Howl bemoans a sudden ache in his chest. The protagonist, Sophie, succinct yet joyful, replies, “A heart’s a heavy burden.” The poignancy of the line demonstrates Miyazaki’s ability to enchant viewers with staggering artistry and spellbinding narratives that both whisk us away…