National Symphony Orchestra and Japan Information and Culture Center, Embassy of Japan

Studio Ghibli’s Howl’s Moving Castle
Free Film Screening

Justice Forum (General Admission)

From the legendary Studio Ghibli—creators of Spirited Away and My Neighbor Totoro—comes the Academy Award®–nominated fantasy adventure. When a shy young woman is cursed by a spiteful witch, her only chance of breaking the spell lies with a handsome, mysterious wizard and his companions on a magnificent walking castle. Featuring the voice talents of Lauren Bacall, Christian Bale, Billy Crystal, and Blythe Danner, Howl’s Moving Castle enchants audiences of all ages. Please note the NSO is not performing on this screening.

Sun. Jul. 9, 2023

  • Sun. Jul. 9, 2023 3p.m.

  • Genre

    Classical Music

  • Price

    Free

still image from 2004 Howl's Moving Castle. Two characters hugging surrounded by fish

Program

From the legendary Studio Ghibli, creators of Spirited Away and My Neighbor Totoro, comes the Academy Award®–nominated fantasy adventure for the whole family.

Sophie (Emily Mortimer) leads an uneventful life at her father’s hat shop, but all that changes when she is literally swept off her feet by a handsome but mysterious wizard named Howl (Christian Bale). Jealous of their friendship, the vain and vengeful Witch of the Waste (Lauren Bacall) curses young Sophie, turning her into a 90-year-old woman. On a quest to break the spell, Sophie climbs aboard Howl’s magnificent moving castle and into a new life of wonder and adventure. But as the true power of Howl’s wizardry is revealed, Sophie finds herself fighting a dangerous war of sorcery that threatens their world.

Howl’s Moving Castle will delight children with its fantastical story and touch hearts and minds of all ages. Featuring the voice talents of Lauren Bacall, Christian Bale, Billy Crystal, Blythe Danner, Emily Mortimer, and Jean Simmons.

Please note the NSO is not performing on this screening.

Co-presented by the Japan Information and Culture Center, Embassy of Japan
© 2004 Studio Ghibli - NDDMT

Ticketing & Entry

A limited number of advance reservations are available on a first come, first served basis.

Advance reservations do not guarantee a seat, and patrons are encouraged to arrive early. Doors open approximately ½ hour before the show time. Please arrive early, as admission is first served.

Free tickets will also be available at the REACH's Box Office on the day of the screening, beginning at 12 p.m. (Tickets does not guarantee a spot.)

 

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