Written September 21, 2009
Beautiful simplicity
Ponyo does an amazing job of portraying a very uniquely styled magical world and at the same time, capturing what seems like a very truthful portrayal of the natural world of a very young boy. The way in which these very honest characters accept the magical world into their lives lets us enter that world, too, in a state of wonder rather than cynicism.
Charmingly detailed and more direct in narrative than some of the earlier films, this reinterpretation of The Little Mermaid's story is a celebration of community life, family commitment and respect for the natural world. It avoids cliche and spectacle and is utterly delightful as an entertainment or for fans of unique and personal animation by master artists.
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