The destructive power of nature is neatly contrasted with scenes of almost surreal stillness.
The Disc
Ponyois the kind of film Blu-ray was invented for.
The deluge scene mentioned earlier looks spectacular, with every rolling, fish-like wave cleanly defined and vibrantly coloured.
The disc also comes loaded with plenty of extras, including interviews, trailers and making-of documentaries.
One documentary provides a particularly illuminating insight into Miyazakis inspiration behind the film.
For fans of Studio Ghiblis films, this Blu-ray release ofPonyowill make the perfect addition to their collection.
The Film:
Ponyowill be released on Blu-ray on June 7and can bepre-ordered from the Den Of Geek Store.
Rating:
4 out of 5
