
Member Reviews

This is a beautiful and fun comic adaptation of the original Ponyo film. The manga panels are well done and the addition of graphics enhance the reading experience. This is great for original fans of the Ponyo movie as well newcomers to the story. This book may also appeal to reluctant readers who have an interest in the film.

One of the best Miyazaki movies now in a graphic novel! It goes through the entire movie, almost scene by scene. It was so beautiful to flip thorugh and was incredibly nostalgic.

this is a frame by frame of the movie, but it is well done and delightfully nostalgic. it captures the story perfectly and the frames were extremely well chosen to give the same feelings as the movie. well done!

The magic of the Studio Ghibli movie on the page! Just as heart-warming as the film - I could spend hours poring over the pages of adorable artwork!

Any Ghilbi and Ponyo fan will be delighted with this full length comic of the film. It corresponds directly with the film in a page-by-page format.
This layout and format is delightful as the layout varies in format, adding to the artistic features.
Text is minimal and one may have a harder time with some of the storyline, but a reader unfamiliar with the story will still enjoy it.
This will be a great addition to any Miyazaki fan.
Thanks @NetGalley and @VizMedia for the advanced digital copy.

The *Ponyo Film Comic All-in-One Edition* captures the same whimsical charm found in all of Miyazaki’s works, bringing the beloved film to life in a graphic novel format. It’s essentially a direct adaptation, taking scenes from the movie and presenting them as a seamless visual story, making it a great way to experience *Ponyo* in a new medium.
While *Ponyo* has never been my favorite *Little Mermaid* retelling, it’s still a beautifully crafted story that holds a special appeal for younger readers. The fantastical elements, vibrant artwork, and heartwarming themes make it an engaging read, even if the narrative itself isn’t one I personally connect with as much as other interpretations of the classic tale. That said, for fans of the film or those looking for an accessible introduction to Miyazaki’s storytelling, this edition is a delightful way to revisit the magic of *Ponyo*.

As always, anything Studio Ghibli is magical. I will, however, say again that the printing on these all in ones could use a 20 percent bump in contrast. The blacks are nowhere near dark enough, so it looks washed out much of the time. Otherwise, I love it.

So glad I used my iPad. The colorful illustrations are beautiful. It’s a must purchase book for my library.