How did the prince turn into turnip head?
Prince Justin is under a spell as a Scarecrow in the movie. Named Turnip-Head by old Sophie, he is transformed by true love’s kiss into the Prince he truly is and goes to stop the war.
What is turnip heads real name?
Voice cast
| Character | Japanese voice actor | English dubbing actor |
|---|---|---|
| Lettie (レティー, Retī) | Yayoi Kazuki | Jena Malone |
| Honey (ハニー, Hanī) | Mayuno Yasokawa | Mari Devon |
| Prince Justin / Turnip Head (カブ, Kabu) | Yō Ōizumi | Crispin Freeman |
| King of Ingary (国王, Kokuō) | Akio Ōtsuka | Mark Silverman |
Why does Sophie’s age keep changing?
She was jealous of Sophie’s obvious power even though Sophie was unaware of her gifts. The reason her age changes is because of the nature of the spell that was cast on her by the Witch of the Wastes. However, when Sophie slept, she seemed to revert back to her regular self.
Why is Howl so attractive?
According to Calcifer, Howl is “very vain, for a plain looking man with mud-colored hair.” He uses charms and make up to make himself more attractive, as well as having a naturally engaging personality. When Howl gets his heart back, his eyes become much less marble-like and more real looking.
Why did the witch want Howl’s heart?
The Witch is jealous because Howl has a reputation for being a lady-killer. She knows that he doesn’t love her back, but she wants his heart anyway. Her need is gluttonous, but not in a literal sense; her desire is a destructive, ravenous force.
Why is Howl obsessed with being beautiful?
Howl reveals that his obsession with beauty hides deeper fears, as he is being pressured to use his magic to intervene in the ongoing war. Sophie is juxtaposed against the witch, who once used spells to create beauty, but is old and frail. However, she, too, ultimately regains her vitality.
What broke Sophie’s curse?
Sophie defeats Miss Angorian, breaking her own curse, and freeing both Wizard Suliman and Prince Justin.
Is Howl a narcissist?
Howl is narcissistic, egotistical, and way too fashionable for his own good. Yet, he still has a heart of gold even though Calcifer has it. He is also entertaining from start to finish. So Howl is a different type of hero in a Miyazaki film.