Who created the 2008 Japanese animated film Ponyo?
Hayao Miyazaki directed and wrote the script for the 2008 Japanese animated film Ponyo. He spent time in Tomonoura during 2004 and 2005 to establish the setting for his next film.
Questions about Ponyo
Short answers, pulled from the story.
When did production of Ponyo begin under Hayao Miyazaki?
Production of Ponyo began in May 2006 under the direction of Hayao Miyazaki. Katsuya Kondō served as animation supervisor working closely with Miyazaki outlining goals defining the project direction.
What date was the theme song Gake no Ue no Ponyo released by Ponyo?
Ponyos eponymous theme song titled Gake no Ue no Ponyo was released ahead of the film on the 5th of December 2007. It was performed by Fujioka Fujimaki consisting of Takaaki Fujioka and Naoya Fujimaki plus eight-year-old Nozomi Ohashi.
On what day did Ponyo release in theaters across Japan?
The film released by Toho on the 19th of July 2008 in theaters across Japan on 481 screens setting a record for domestic film. It beat Pokémon: Giratina & the Sky Warrior which opened same day.
How many reviews determined the positive score for Ponyo on Rotten Tomatoes?
Rotten Tomatoes compiled 174 reviews determined 91% positive average score 7.6/10 for Ponyo. Critics consensus states visually stunning fairy tale sweetly poetic treat children Miyazaki fans all ages.