"If you liked the book don't watch the film" according to "Poisonedcherries," who has some strong feeling about the movie. "Poisonedcherries," was very disappointed that the movie didn't follow the book closely enough. She love Calcifer, but was repulsed by the Witch of the waste. She admits the there were funny parts, but can't understand how a book so great can translate into such an awful film. Although, fortunately for me I've never read the book so I found the movie quite delightful.
Calcifer I must agree with "Poisonedcherries" is
awesome, he is the heart and soul of both Howl and the castle. Calcifer is what keeps everything running.
I love how Sophie once a young, innocent, introvert, with a since of duty to her family is turned into a old, speak you mind, bossy, grandma type with a since of duty to her friends. Although, the Witch of the Waste was horrific to look at, and evil after having her heart broken by Howl, she later turns into just a sweet old lady who is still in love with Howl.
I also love how the story didn't have a typical happily ever-after ending the Disney usually provides. It did have one but Sophie had two males that believe her to be his true love. The scarecrow or Turniphead as Sophie called him. He and Howl, each are Sophie's protectors. Although, Turniphead may have had a motive for taking such good care of Sophie, like the traditional Disney true loves kiss. I must say that he was loyal to Sophie long before he knew that she wasn't really an old woman. Turniphead got his kiss, but not the girl. That was to be Howls reward.
Howl did not only receive the reward of Sophie but also the reward of courage. Howl believed that he was nothing if not beautiful. So yeah he was a bit narcissistic, being in love with himself and all, but Sophie helped him become a better man, one of internal strength to match his external strength. So he no longer has to run, he has a heart of fire and his Sophie and they live happily ever after.
So I don't agree with "Poisonedcherries" about the film, but I don't understand how one may feel let down if their favorite book isn't present in a light which one was expecting, oh well "Poisonedcherries" get over it. Better Luck next time, but for anyone who hasn't read the book give it a viewing and if you have read the book, take a look and decide for yourself.
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