Ocean Waves (1993)
GKIDS | Release Date: December 28, 2016 CRITIC SCORE DISTRIBUTION
73
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Generally favorable reviews based on 4 Critic Reviews
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Mixed:
0
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0
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80
The New York TimesGlenn KennyDec 27, 2016
In its sensitivity and attention to detail, Ocean Waves makes itself into something special, and kind of magical, and so proves very much a Ghibli gem. Read full review
75
The PlaylistGary GarrisonJan 5, 2017
Ocean Waves is a deeply charming and resonant look at the tug of longing that so often comes with memory, the utter mess of youth, and the beautiful delirium of love. Read full review
75
RogerEbert.comBrian TallericoDec 28, 2016
Ocean Waves is worth watching to see just how much a company like Ghibli can bring to a relatively simple tale. Read full review
67
IndieWireDavid EhrlichDec 27, 2016
Hindsight has revealed the quiet resonance that’s been humming inside this tiny film ever since it first set out to sea. Read full review
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