I was captivated from the moment it opened to the end of the flim. This director makes real art, and it is a pleasure to be able to see his films in the theaters in the US. Thank you Disney for bringing it here.
A small warning, though, for parents this movie will be a bit of a culture shock if you are unfamiliar with the company that made it, and think it was made by Disney. While Disney often tries not to offend, Miyazaki does not hesitate to put his opinions out in his films, including an often heavy handed enviromental slant.
This movie might not be for you, if you do not have an open mind.