Tales From Earthsea [Blu-ray + DVD]

Goro Miyazaki’s take on Le Guin’s books is quieter and more contemplative than most Ghibli films, and this Blu-ray transfer really lets the muted watercolor textures shine. The set includes both discs, which is handy for lending to a friend who’s still on DVD.

The animation here is as breathtaking as you'd expect from the team behind Spirited Away, and the Blu-ray transfer really brings the misty seas and dragon scenes to life. Having both discs in the case is handy for swapping between the living room and my laptop. This one’s a keeper for any Ghibli col

I've read the Earthsea books for years and this adaptation finally clicked for me on Blu-ray—the two-disc set made it easy to watch the movie twice and really soak in Goro Miyazaki's quieter pacing. The animation in the dragon scenes is so rich on the high-def transfer, almost like watching a painti