- Summary: Ponyo is a story inspired by Hans Christian Andersen's fairy tale "The Little Mermaid." Already a box-office success in Japan, the story of a young and overeager goldfish named Ponyo and her quest to become human features an outstanding roster of voice talent. (Walt Disney Pictures)
- Director: Hayao Miyazaki
- Genre(s): Adventure, Fantasy, Animation, Family
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Score distribution:
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Positive: 27 out of 29
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Mixed: 2 out of 29
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Negative: 0 out of 29
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It is a work of great fantasy and charm that will delight children ages 3 to 100.
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100There is a word to describe Ponyo, and that word is magical. This poetic, visually breathtaking work by the greatest of all animators has such deep charm that adults and children will both be touched.
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60Trippy in the right way, and wholly enchanting.
Score distribution:
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Positive: 45 out of 61
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Mixed: 11 out of 61
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Negative: 5 out of 61
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CarolynM5
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DianneA3Boring! Lovely visuals only take you so far. At some point you need a story. Or good music. Or something.
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