Christian Bale is right to call his under-appreciated animated epic a masterpiece

Christian Bale, the renowned actor, has expressed his admiration for the animated film "Howl's Moving Castle," directed by the renowned Hayao Miyazaki. While the film is often overshadowed by Miyazaki's other works, such as "Spirited Away" and "Princess Mononoke," Bale believes it deserves more recognition. Bale, who voiced the lead character in the English dub of the film, has praised the film's depth, complexity, and the way it explores themes of love, war, and the human condition. He has described it as a "masterpiece," a sentiment that many fans and critics have come to share over the years. The film, based on the novel by Diana Wynne Jones, follows the story of Sophie, a young woman who is cursed to age prematurely, and her encounter with the mysterious and magical Howl and his moving castle. The film's beautiful animation, compelling characters, and thought-provoking narrative have made it a beloved classic among Miyazaki's fans. While "Howl's Moving Castle" may not have achieved the same level of mainstream popularity as some of Miyazaki's other works, Bale's praise serves as a reminder of the film's lasting impact and the importance of recognizing the brilliance of lesser-known masterpieces.