Characters
Who is the little goldfish that turns into a girl?
Ponyo
What kind of place does Sosuke live in with his mom?
On a cliff by the sea
What does Sosuke use to cut Ponyo free when she’s stuck in the jar?
A rock
What does Ponyo love to eat that shows she wants to be human?
Ham
Who directed Ponyo?
Hayao Miyazaki
What is Sosuke’s mother’s name?
Lisa
Where does Lisa work?
At the senior center/old folks’ home
What happens when Sosuke gives Ponyo a drop of his blood?
She heals and begins turning into a human
What animation technique did Studio Ghibli use to bring Ponyo’s water and nature scenes to life?
Traditional hand-drawn animation
What famous studio created Ponyo?
Studio Ghibli
Who is Ponyo’s father, the wizard of the sea?
Where does Ponyo first meet Sosuke?
At the shore near his home
Why does Fujimoto try to stop Ponyo from staying with Sosuke?
Because she upset the balance of nature/magic
What magical power does Ponyo have over water?
She can control and create waves
What year was Ponyo first released in Japan?
2008
What does Granmamare (Ponyo’s mother) represent in the ocean?
The powerful goddess/spirit of the sea
What happens to Sosuke’s town when Ponyo uses too much magic?
The ocean rises and floods much of the land
How do Sosuke and Ponyo travel when the town is flooded?
In a toy boat made bigger with magic
How do children's actions (like Sosuke’s promise) help restore balance between humans and the sea?
Their honesty, kindness, and promises help heal the rift between humans and nature
What classic fairy tale inspired the story of Ponyo?
The Little Mermaid
How does Sosuke prove his love and promise to Ponyo at the end?
By accepting her as she is, whether fish or human
What is unique about the town when it’s flooded — what kind of creatures swim through the streets?
Prehistoric/fantasy sea creatures
What test does Granmamare give Sosuke to prove his feelings?
He must accept Ponyo whether she stays human or returns to being a fish
Why is the balance of nature so important in the story?
Because the world of humans and the sea must stay in harmony
What theme does Ponyo share with many other Studio Ghibli films?
Respect for nature and balance between humans and the environment