RE: 'The Boy and the Heron' by Hayao Miyazaki Review: An astonishingly beautiful work of art

I had my doubts when I heard about this movie exactly for the same reasons you mentioned and haven't actually watch it yet because I didn't had faith in it. But now reading your post I truly believe I should give it a chance because it seems to be a work of art. I'll watch it soon thanks to your awesome review :)