Ponyo on the Cliff by the Sea
Alternate Titles
Ponyo - English
崖の上のポニョ - Japanese
Gake no Ue no Ponyo - Japanese
Content: Children
Synopsis
Ponyo escapes on the back of a jellyfish from her father’s home underwater in order to see the world. Ponyo is discovered by a young boy named Sōsuke who vows to protect her when he learns of her mysterious abilities when she takes on a human form. Her father mistakes her disappearance as the human’s attempt to kidnap her. Ponyo’s father outraged seeks out his daughter calling upon waves of spirits to help him. Despite his young age Sōsuke does everything within his power to help his new friend.
Audiences: Kodomo, Shōjo, Shōnen
Genres: Adventure, Comedy
Themes: Sorcery/Alchemy
Length: 101 min