Ponyo and other films by Hayao Miyazaki

On Saturday afternoon 72 people attended the library's free screening of the movie Ponyo. Hayao Miyazaki, the film's writer and director, is known for his imaginative style of animation. The stories in his films feature fantastical elements and young protagonists who, when faced with daunting challenges, must find the courage within themselves to succeed.

Some audience member comments:

"It was awesome!"
~ Breanna D., East Dundee

While refilling his drink at the beverage counter, a boy shared his feelings with me about the movie (hearing his comment, a girl jumped in with her thoughts):

Boy: This movie is really strange.
Girl: And funny.
Boy: It's really strange.
Girl: ...and funny!

I simply nodded my head in agreement with both statements. The movie is about a goldfish, Ponyo, who becomes human and develops a strong friendship with Sosuke. If you haven't been able to see it yet, you can put yourself on hold for a copy from the library:
Find it in the catalog!

Other Miyazaki films we have at the library:

Howl's Moving Castle
DVD FAMILY HOWL'S
Nominated for an Oscar for Best Animated Feature Film.
Find it in the catalog!

My Neighbor Totoro
DVD FAMILY MY
Find it in the catalog!

Nausicaa of the Valley of the Wind
DVD FAMILY NAUSICAA
Find it in the catalog!

Spirited Away
DVD FAMILY SPIRITED
Won an Oscar for Best Animated Feature Film.
Find it in the catalog!

Kiki's Delivery Service
DVD FAMILY KIKI'S
Find it in the catalog!

Princess Mononoke
DVD ANIME PRINCESS
Find it in the catalog!