Often, we do not appreciate how fundamental the connection between truth and sufering is. It is impressive, therefore, that a movie like “A Monster Calls” can, in a touching and beautiful way, convey important lessons that may not seem very obvious at a first glance. The movie revolves around Connor…

Magic, curses, and inner reality — Hayao Miyazaki’s “Howl’s Moving Castle” is a masterpiece on all counts. The animation is superb, the soundtrack delightful, and the characters engaging. However, even if the story is also very beautiful, it may leave some viewers scratching their heads. This is due to Miyazaki’s way of storytelling. It is true…