Cast overview, first billed only: | |||
Hana Sugisaki | ... | Mary (voice) | |
Ryûnosuke Kamiki | ... | Peter (voice) | |
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Yûki Amami | ... | Madam Mumblechook (voice) |
Fumiyo Kohinata | ... | Doctor Dee (voice) | |
Hikari Mitsushima | ... | The Red-Haired Witch (voice) | |
Jirô Satô | ... | Flanagan (voice) | |
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Ken'ichi Endô | ... | Zebedee (voice) |
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Eri Watanabe | ... | Miss Banks (voice) |
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Shinobu Ôtake | ... | Great-Aunt Charlotte (voice) |
Ikue Ôtani | ... | Tib (voice) | |
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Lynn | ... | Gib (voice) |
Ruby Barnhill | ... | Mary (voice) | |
Kate Winslet | ... | Madam Mumblechook (voice) | |
Jim Broadbent | ... | Doctor Dee (voice) | |
Ewen Bremner | ... | Flanagan (voice) |
Mary is an ordinary young girl stuck in the country with her Great-Aunt Charlotte and seemingly no adventures or friends in sight. She follows a mysterious cat into the nearby forest, where she discovers an old broomstick and the strange Fly-by-Night flower, a rare plant that blossoms only once every seven years and only in that forest. Together the flower and the broomstick whisk Mary above the clouds and far away to Endor College - a school of magic run by headmistress Madam Mumblechook and the brilliant Doctor Dee. But there are terrible things happening at the school, and, when Mary tells a lie, she must risk her life to try to set things right. Based on Mary Stewart's 1971 classic children's book "The Little Broomstick", "Mary and The Witch's Flower" is an action-packed film full of jaw-dropping imaginative worlds, ingenious characters, and the stirring, heartfelt story of a young girl trying to find a place in the world. Featuring the voices of Ruby Barnhill and Academy ...
This film is absolutely wonderful. The animation is beautiful, and adds to the theme of magic perfectly. The soundtrack captures the tone wonderfully, as well as all the sound effects used. Many people wondered if the film would be on par with Studio Ghibli, since Studio Ponoc is a branch off from them. There is no question that this has the quality and feel of a classic Ghibli film that all fans can enjoy. The main character, Mary, is likeable and relatable. She is a sweet girl who is a bit awkward and doesn't feel like she fits in. This film shows that not all adults are what they appear to be, and cannot always be trusted. It also holds a strong underlying message against animal experimentation and cruelty. The plot is well structured, and her journey to accept who she is and do the right thing despite the circumstances is absolutely incredible. I would definitely recommend this film.