Luca
A little courage. A whole summer.
PGPICK SELECTION95
BIG FEELINGS
Whisper of the Heart.
A story waiting to be written.
A book-loving schoolgirl follows a curious cat and meets a boy determined to become a violin maker. Inspired by his commitment, she begins writing her own story and struggles to understand what pursuing a dream requires.
View film informationWhy it’s a little special
Everyday streets and quiet conversations make creative ambition feel attainable. The film treats a first attempt as something valuable even when it is unfinished and imperfect.
BEFORE YOU PRESS PLAY
Know the story.
Know your little people.
Academic pressure, family disagreements, mild romantic themes, and self-doubt. The thoughtful pace and teenage concerns may engage older children more than little ones.
Our notes are a starting point, not an age recommendation. G and PG films can still include intense moments. You know your family best.
BEHIND THE SCENES
The little details.
- Directed by
- Yoshifumi Kondo
- Starring
- Brittany Snow, David Gallagher, Courtney Thorne-Smith, Cary Elwes, Harold Gould, James B. Sikking, Jean Smart, Martin Spanjers
Cast shown is the English-language dub listed by Apple TV. - Written by
- Hayao Miyazaki
- Produced by
- Toshio Suzuki
- Release date
- July 15, 1995
- Runtime
- 111 minutes
- Genre
- Animation, Family, Drama, Romance
- Studio
- Studio Ghibli
- Language
- Japanese; English dub available
LIGHTS DOWN. SNACKS READY.
Make a night of it.
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Film facts: Apple TV US film listing · additional source . Checked 2026-10-17. Parent notes and recommendations by PG Pick. Artwork belongs to its respective studio.