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Ponyo, 2008

Ponyo

Japanese

Japan

Rating:7.8
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Profile of Ponyo

Ponyo can be described as bittersweet, emotional, and atmospheric. The plot revolves around a wish come true, an imaginary kingdom, and redemption. The main genres are foreign, adventure, and family. In terms of style, Ponyo anime and features an all-star cast. In approach, it is fantastical. It is set, at least in part, in an ocean or sea and in a village. Ponyo is located in Japan. It takes place in contemporary times. It is drawn from a folktale. Ponyo has received attention for being a Venice Festival winner and critically acclaimed. It is well suited for kids and a family outing.

Summary of Ponyo

During a forbidden excursion to see the surface world, a goldfish princess (Noah Cyrus) encounters a human boy named Sosuke. who gives her the name Ponyo. Ponyo longs to become human, and as her friendship with Sosuke grows, she becomes more humanlike. Ponyo's father brings her back to their ocean kingdom, but so strong is Ponyo's wish to live on the surface that she breaks free, and in the process, spills a collection of magical elixirs that endanger Sosuke's village.

Details

Language: Japanese
Country: Japan
Release date: 28 June 2009
Runtime: 101 min

Cast and Crew

Cate Blanchett as Granmamare in Ponyo
Cate Blanchett

as Granmamare

Noah Lindsey Cyrus

as Ponyo

Matt Damon as Koichi in Ponyo
Matt Damon

as Koichi

Tina Fey as Lisa in Ponyo
Tina Fey

as Lisa

Photos

Ponyo (2008)
Ponyo (2008)

Clips

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Ponyo: Trailer
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Ponyo: Trailer
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Ponyo: Trailer

Users Reviews

This movie has such a lovely start. The characters of Ponyo and Susoke are terrific, so lovely and appealing, and the visual imagery of the movie is fabulous with its bright, luminous colors and constant flowing movement. There are a few weaknesses...
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