Parijat Ghosh 
Studio Ghibli movies have been around since the start of time, giving us a cinematic experience that is beyond just art. And, before you can say, “It is just animated movies. How deep could it be?”, let me tell you, you haven’t watched The Grave of the Fireflies. But, before we can get swayed away by deep, heartbreaking, emotional stories, how about we delve into something that we can watch to feel better? Maybe movies that are so simple that they lull you to sleep. Or, even better, movies that feel cozy and warm. Because Studio Ghibli has you covered. Here are some top Studio Ghibli comfort movie suggestions:
1. My Neighbor Totoro (1988)
This is the ultimate comfort movie, let alone in the category of animations. No villains, no wars, just two sisters, Satsuki & Mei, moving to the countryside where they encounter the big fluffy forest spirit Torotoro. The movie takes the theme of a quiet village life, rainy days, and simple adventures and ties it into a memory jar.
2. Kiki’s Delivery Service (1989)
If therapy is too expensive, maybe baking bread and taking the road of self-discovery could be your next big thing. Because Kiki, an on-training witch, navigates loneliness by moving to a seaside town and making friends with a bakery owner. Talk about a dream life, filled with bakery delivery on a flying broom and baking goodies in the shop.
3. Whisper Of The Heart (1995)
Ever read a personal diary of a middle school middle schooler? Not recommended, but this movie is like a peek into Shizuku’s life, who is connected to the guy from the library with a mysterious cat friend. It is young love, fantasy, and scenic Tokyo merged into a wholesome cinematic experience.
4. Ponyo (2008)
Ponyo is the type of movie that will transport you back to your childhood, when everything was easier. Ramen noodles, friendship, goldfishes, and Ponyo riding the waves like she didn’t just pop out of the sea. The movie takes you through a town with overflowing ocean waters, safe adventures, and the viral bowl of noodles that itself is cinematic comfort.
5. The Cat Returns (2002)
What could be better than snuggly cats becoming your friends, right? Except when Haru saves a lonely cat from the bustling traffic, she is swept away to the magical kingdom of cats. The magic, the thrill of the castles, and talking cats surround her in warmth, and us as we watch from our screens.
Conclusion: Why These Films Are Comforting
Studio Ghibli brings the art of animation and breathes life into it. Every character in all of these movies is living, laughing, and walking through life as humanly possible. There are sunsets, platters of home-cooked meals, conversations, and quite adventures that speak a ton.
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