A miniature family lives in the foundation of the house of a sick child.

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Arrietty is a pretty girl of 12 fighting courageously with her parents to survive. Even though their characteristics are all human, they are 20 times smaller than everyone else, forcing them to live on the fringes of society. Having found a home in the foundations of a huge house and making sure not to get caught by its inhabitants, Arrietty her family live off scraps and in fear. Then a sick boy comes to live in the house and becomes friends with Arrietty, putting her in danger...

The latest from the legendary Japanese studio Ghibli and directed by one of the makers of Myazaki, Arrietty is a real marvel of narration and animation. It is a delight to be plunged into this enchanting world bathed in light, where every rustling of plants is a poetic song.