The Secret World of Arrietty (2012)
Also known as:
Karigurashi No Arrietty, The Borrower Arrietty, The Borrowers
Residing quietly beneath the floorboards are little people who live undetected in a secret world to be discovered, where the smallest may stand tallest of all. �
From the legendary Studio Ghibli (Spirited Away, Ponyo) comes The Secret World of Arrietty, an animated adventure based on Mary Norton's acclaimed children’s book series The Borrowers. Arrietty, a tiny, but tenacious 14-year-old, lives with her parents in the recesses of a suburban garden home, unbeknownst to the homeowner and her housekeeper. Like all little people, Arrietty (AIR-ee-ett-ee) remains hidden from view, except during occasional covert ventures beyond the floorboards to "borrow" scrap supplies like sugar cubes from her human hosts. But when 12-year-old Shawn, a human boy who comes to stay in the home, discovers his mysterious housemate one evening, a secret friendship blossoms. If discovered, their relationship could drive Arrietty's family from the home and straight into danger.
Reviews
The Secret World of Arrietty Review - January 8, 2012
Studio Ghibli's take on Mary Norton's classic story The Borrowers is a sweet and charming little film about little people.
Previews
2011-2012 Winter Movie Preview - December 13, 2011
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Features
Interview with Hiromasa Yonebayshi - January 9, 2012
Studio Ghibli director talks about his first feature Arrietty.
Contributions
Connections for The Secret World of Arrietty
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