Mary And The Witch's Flower Review

Okay, let's talk about Mary and the Witch's Flower. You know, that Studio Ponoc film that everyone seemed to *kinda* like? Well, I have some thoughts. And maybe, just maybe, they're a little... controversial.

My Unpopular Opinion: It's... Fine?

Don't get me wrong, it's pretty. The animation is gorgeous. Ponoc definitely inherited that Studio Ghibli magic, visually.

But the story? Hmm. It felt a little... borrowed? A tad predictable? Like I'd seen this movie before, only with a different shade of magic.

The Good: Eye Candy

Seriously, the visuals are stunning. The colors pop. The details are incredible. It's a feast for the eyes.

If you're looking for something beautiful to watch, just for the sake of beauty, then Mary and the Witch's Flower delivers. No complaints there.

The transformation sequences? Chef's kiss! Absolutely mesmerizing.

The Not-So-Good: Been There, Done That

Here's where my unpopular opinion comes in. The plot felt... derivative. A young girl finds magic, struggles with its power, and ultimately learns a valuable lesson?

It's a classic story, sure. But it lacked that certain *something* to make it truly stand out. You know, that Ghibli quirkiness, that Miyazaki magic.

The whole witch academy thing felt a bit like Harry Potter lite. And the villain? Kind of cartoonishly evil.

The Characters: Meh

Mary herself? Sweet kid. But not exactly the most compelling protagonist. She felt a bit reactive, rather than proactive.

And what about Peter? He seems like a plot device, not a character. A handsome plot device, granted, but still.

The rest of the supporting cast are... well, they're *there*. Didn't leave much of an impression, honestly.

So, What's the Verdict?

Look, Mary and the Witch's Flower isn't a *bad* movie. It's perfectly watchable. Kids will probably love it. And like I said, it's beautiful to look at.

But for me, it just didn't quite reach the heights of other animated films. It's a solid 6/10. A perfectly adequate, visually stunning, but ultimately forgettable adventure.

Maybe I'm being too harsh. Maybe I just went in with too high of expectations. But hey, that's the beauty of opinions, right?

What do you think? Am I totally off base? Let me know in the comments! Maybe you can convince me to give Mary and the Witch's Flower another shot.

Just promise you won't throw any witch's flowers at me for my honesty. I’m a delicate flower myself!

And one last thing... that red hair? I’m kind of jealous. Just saying.

Anyway, thanks for reading my somewhat controversial take on Mary and the Witch's Flower. Until next time, happy watching!