Originally released in Japan in 1986, Castle in the Sky was directed by prominent Japanese anime film director Hayao Miyazaki.Beyond Hollywood: Castle in the Sky Review
Plot Summary
Sheeta, an enchanted princess from the mystical flying kingdom Laputa, falls out of the sky and lands in Pazu's arms. Sheeta possesses a magical crystal amulet which alone can reveal the secret location of Laputa. Pazu and Sheeta embark on an adventure to elude the air pirates and a sinister government official trying to capture Sheeta and use her amulet to discover the treasures of the flying kingdom.
Voice Cast
- Mayumi Tanaka: Pazu
- James Van Der Beek: Pazu (English version)
- Keiko Yokozawa: Sheeta
- Anna Paquin: Sheeta (English version)
- Kotoe Hatsui: Dola
- Cloris Leachman: Dola (English version)
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Fast Facts
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Release Date
August 2, 1986 (Japan),Anime News Network: Castle in the Sky April 1, 1989 USA (limited)
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Also known as
Tenkû no shiro Rapyuta (Japanese), Laputa: Castle in the Sky
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Director
Hayao Miyazaki
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Screenwriter
Hayao Miyazaki
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Producer
Isao Takahata
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Music by
Joe Hisaishi
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Distributor
Tokuma Shoten (Japan), Buena Vista Home Entertainment (USA)
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MPAA Rating
G
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Run time
124 minutes
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Language
Japanese, English
