Praise for the Animation:
“Summer Wars is awesome in its detailed depiction of Oz, which floats in space with an array of satellites, and earthly cityscapes visited by calamities… A superb example of Japanese anime, balancing science fiction fantasy with a paean to the timeless value of family life. A sophisticated yet poignant family entertainment with an appeal beyond Japanese animation buffs.” – The Los Angeles Times
“Thematic ambition and dazzling visual style ultimately make it one of the more rewarding anime efforts to reach these shores [United States].” – Hollywood Reporter
