Spirited Away
Miyu Irino, Rumi Hiiragi, Mari Natsuki
During her family's move to the suburbs, a sullen 10-year-old girl wanders into a world ruled by gods, witches and spirits, and where humans are changed into beasts.
Why you'll love it
A critically acclaimed watercolor-style animation that captures the essence of summer through a fantastical adventure.
The Girl Who Leapt Through Time
Riisa Naka, Takuya Ishida, Mitsutaka Itakura
A high-school girl named Makoto acquires the power to travel back in time, and decides to use it for her own personal benefits. Little does she know that she is affecting the lives of others just as much as she is her own.
Why you'll love it
A touching story about a girl who gains the power to time-travel during her summer vacation, exploring the possibilities of youth.
Ponyo
Cate Blanchett, Matt Damon, Liam Neeson
A five-year-old boy develops a relationship with Ponyo, a young goldfish princess who longs to become a human after falling in love with him.
Why you'll love it
This film features a magical underwater world and a story that takes place during a summer that changes the characters' lives.
Summer Wars
Ryûnosuke Kamiki, Nanami Sakuraba, Mitsuki Tanimura
A student tries to fix a problem he accidentally caused in OZ, a digital world, while pretending to be the fiancé of his friend at her grandmother's 90th birthday.
Why you'll love it
A vibrant and engaging anime that combines the warmth of a summer family reunion with the excitement of a virtual world battle.