The novel 'When Marnie Was There' by Joan G. Robinson was first published, providing the source material for the movie.
Studio Ponoc, which produced the film adaptation of 'When Marnie Was There,' was founded by former Studio Ghibli staff.
The animated movie 'When Marnie Was There,' produced by Studio Ponoc, was released in theaters in Japan.
The film was released internationally, reaching a global audience beyond Japan.
Anna Sasaki moves from the city to a quiet coastal town to live with relatives during her summer vacation.
Anna explores the marshy area near her relatives' house and finds a mysterious old mansion overlooking the marsh.
Anna meets a mysterious blonde girl named Marnie at the mansion, and they quickly form a close friendship.
Anna and Marnie share many days exploring the town, the marshlands, and the mansion, building their friendship.
Anna uncovers that Marnie is connected to the house and town's history, including her own family heritage.
Anna confronts her loneliness, identity, and questions about her background through her interactions with Marnie and the mansion.
Anna realizes that Marnie is a spirit from the past and that their connection is through time and memory.
Anna comes to terms with her family ties and her own sense of belonging, healing emotional wounds.
Anna leaves the coastal town with new confidence and peace, ready to face her life back home.
