This film is about a group of chickens who live on a breeding farm. They want to escape because who wants to be turned into a chicken pie, right?
Kids will root for the chickens, especially Ginger (voiced by Julia Sawalha), the leader of the chicken mutiny. This film can mean different things to you, depending on how old you are when you watch it. Older kids and adults may find it to be an underlying commentary on feminism, veganism, and other social themes, while younger kids will consider it a laugh riot about good and evil.
Ponyo (2008)
Next on the list is another beloved Japanese animated film by Studio Ghibli and Hayao Miyazaki. Ponyo is about a five-year-old boy, Sōsuke (voiced by Hiroki Doi), who gets attached to Ponyo (voiced by Yuria Nara), a demi-goddess princess…who also happens to be a goldfish. The film is about their blooming friendship, unfortunate separation, and efforts to reunite.
