The Best Moment In 'Spirited Away' Is A Scene Where Nothing Happens | 10 Minutes Of Perfection

That rice ball scene was so relatable to me. I remember crying like that too, having to force myself to have breakfast even though my friend had just passed away. It truly was a time of reflection, of going through memories that have happened and got you to where you are, and of thinking of what might come next.

I think about this scene a lot. On days when I feel horrible or sad. I think the reason this scene floats around in my mind is because it is so realistic. It resonates with my own feelings of being overwhelmed and helpless. I also think that is what makes Studio Ghibli films so special. The fact that they are made up of experiences and feelings rather than just plot.

My immaturity could never💀

There are a lot of major action movies that could have used a heck of a lot more "ma."

These scenes are seldom found in Western films. Even if there is a "break" from the action, the silence is replaced with lots of dialogue.

This film is as old as me. Spirited Away, along with many other Studio Ghibli films, were my childhood. Brings back a lot of memories any time I see these.

Curiously, this is the second time in two days I learn the meaning of 間. As a writer (28 books) and now as a budding screenplay writer (@70!) with a deep loathing of modern action movies, the concept and application of 間 shall become my touchstone. (Hmmmm...? Have I already unconsciously used it? Time to re--read!)

Ever since I saw the scene with Chihiro cry while eating the rice ball, I felt the urge to wrap her in my arms and rub her little head, and her tears away. 💔

A best exemple of MA is Chihiro on the train. I love this movie. And Miyazaki is just a genius.

I can’t wait until I have Alzheimer’s so I can watch this movie again for the first time

The reason his works are popular is because of the depth in character, not only individualistic like perseverance but also kindness and sacrifice for another. The challenges portrayed in Japanese animations are also things you can humanly relate even if it's fiction. Examples are death, longing for parents, intimidating situations, etc. In the US, adults try to cater a lot to kids, so you don't feel these emotions powerfully, but in Asia, or at least a few decades ago, you can go to a school where teachers can be scary, you can be left for a day at a relative or neighbor's house but bec of the emphasis of respecting adults, you can find yourself being homesick and stressed not to offend strangers, you also know that there are no social structures to help you if you lose your parents, so you feel dependence and gratitude to them, etc. Also, before gadgets became common, you are left with imagination to entertain yourself. I think this is why his animations are deeply relatable.

I've been watching this movie (my favorite film ever) since I was a kid (3-4 years) every years, non stop. Now I have 24 yo and I still crying at that scene.
When I was a kid I didn't really understood why. But now, all I can feel is desperation from Chihiro. The struggling and only eat rice balls and stay quiet while her tears falls down and.

Long life for you, Hayao Miyazaki, and for all your masterpieces that made a million of people believe in fantasy, but also know about real life, with those fairytales backgrounds, stories, and unique BSOs. THEY ARE A MASTERPIECE.
Only say thanks, you created me❤

Very, very well said❤

I think about the rice ball scene daily. Even as a kid there was something about that scene that really hit something in my soul that even to this day I can’t pin point.

the rice ball scene was just perfection to me, I usually cry a lot due to bottled up emotions and all I've ever dreamed of was crying my heart out while having a warm meal. That scene felt super comforting and I hit pretty close to home too

Nothing Happens??? Too much happens i see too much emotions and storie in store. For me isn't true nothing happen but it part of story.

Chihiro crying while eating the rice ball still hurts my heart to this day. She was so suddenly thrown into a life or death situation that included her parents, you can't expect her to be calm.
I love how they made the crying sound like how a little kid would actually cry.

the rice eating scene felt like such a relief after that whole tension she went through. Just a small break to take it all out and then continue.

Ma (emptiness) is the concept of emptiness in Buddhist philosophy, right? As in, the space that gives something its inherent value or meaning (like the yin within the yang)? The best way I can describe it is the space in a teacup--the empty space within gives the teacup its value and functionality. Else, it would not hold the tea we drink.

Hom say young