Ponyo is a Studio Ghibli animated film directed by acclaimed filmmaker Hayao Miyazaki. The film is heavily inspired by the classic fairy tale "The Little Mermaid," but with a unique and whimsical twist. The story follows Sosuke, a young boy living by the sea with his mother, who one day discovers a magical goldfish that he names Ponyo. As Sosuke and Ponyo become closer, Ponyo becomes more and more enamored with the human world and desires to become human herself.
However, Ponyo's decision to use her father's magic to transform into a human sets off a series of events that threaten to upset the balance of the world. The moon begins to draw nearer to the earth, causing massive floods and storms that threaten to destroy everything in their path. As Ponyo's father, an incredibly powerful wizard, sends the ocean's waves to find his daughter and restore balance to the world, Sosuke and Ponyo set off on an incredible adventure to try and save the world and fulfill Ponyo's dreams of becoming human.
The film is praised for its stunning hand-drawn animation, beautiful soundtrack, and heartwarming story about the power of love and friendship. It has been praised as one of Hayao Miyazaki's most accessible and family-friendly works, making it a perfect choice for viewers of all ages.