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Celebrated Academy Award-winning director Hayao Miyazaki brings Hans Christian Anderson's classic tale, "The Little Mermaid," to life once more with "Ponyo". Available in a two-disc set, this movie replaces the familiar mermaid with a female fish named Ponyo and the traditional prince with a young boy named Sosuke. When Sosuke rescues Ponyo, the two band together on an epic journey of discovery as Ponyo's powerful father attempts to bring her back to the sea. This children's story features the voice talents of well-known actors, including Cate Blanchett, Liam Neeson, Noah Cyrus, and others. "Ponyo" brings together such wonder and heartfelt imagination that it has become one of Japan's highest-grossing films in movie history. While meant to be a children's movie, "Ponyo" can appeal to all ages and backgrounds with its precise animation, colorful characters, and engaging storyline. This two-disc set contains behind-the-scenes featurettes, a special introduction by the producers, and much more. The movie is 103 minutes long and is rated G.

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UPC0786936791754

eBay Product ID (ePID)80104120

Product Key Features

RatingG

DirectorHayao Miyazaki

FormatDVD

Release Year2010

GenreChildren's & Family

Sub-GenreAnimation/Anime

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Number of Discs2

Country/Region of ManufactureJapan

Release Date20100302

Film CountryJapan

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by QrgWgdbBTVS@Deleted
Jan 24, 2017Top favorable review
Sweet story with a great message
Ponyo is a favorite for me. It's beautiful to see the way the friendship blossoms between the two main characters, and is an example of kindness and never giving up. A sweet take on a classic tale.
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by spang_3444
Sep 16, 2024Top critical review
DVD was defective, old?
This DVD did not work in a reliable DVD player. It looks like the disc has some damage, maybe from water or a humid environment?
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by joanndeherrer-0
Apr 25, 2016
Ponyo
One of the best movies our family has ever seen. It is a beautiful storyline with great actors such as Betty White, Matt Damon, Cloris Leachman , and Liam Neeson just to name a few. The animation is soft, the voices are soothing; great for the entire family.
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by npgettmann
Nov 01, 2017
Ponyo
Mostly a good DVD. Skips consistently at same places a few times in the beginning but otherwise fine.
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by marythewonderwriter
Jul 10, 2019
Delightful tale--beautifully animated and fine vocal performances.
A classic! Grab a copy ASAP. it goes out of print form time to time. The characters are endearing--and the plot unpredictably delightful. Family themes.
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by ellemira
Sep 02, 2019
We Love Ponyo
Grandkids loved Ponyo when we saw it on a movie channel. So happy to have found the disc, now they can watch it whenever they like.
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by ggnoreng
Aug 08, 2024
Miyazaki at his best
Sweet and touching film is wonderful for all ages. Animation is brilliant and voice work by Liam Neilson, Tina Fey and others are superb! This would be an excellent addition to anyone's vdeo library.
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by melekslair
Aug 25, 2016
This is Anime children can watch and enjoy.
This is a Japanese adaptation of the Little Mermaid. Ponyo lives under the sea with her siblings and a father who is a magician. One day, she is swept to a beach where she meets a boy. The boy thinks she is a fish and tries to save her by putting her in a bucket. Love and adventure follow. It's a sweet story with a good ending. I highly recommend this one.
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by swirleycurl_3
Jul 03, 2019
Great story!
I really enjoyed this play off “The Little Mermaid” my kids loved it as well.
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by eFCtjzKNS4a@Deleted
Apr 15, 2017
i love ponyo
so much better than the original disney little mermaid there are strong female role models and it's a much more child friendly movie in my opinion because she doesn't change herself for a boy she changes herself for her own happiness
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