"When Marnie Was There" is a 2014 Japanese animated film produced by Studio Ghibli and directed by Hiromasa Yonebayashi. It is based on the novel of the same name by Joan G. Robinson. The film follows the story of a young girl named Anna who travels to a remote town to spend the summer with her relatives and meets a mysterious girl named Marnie who lives in an abandoned mansion. Through her friendship with Marnie, Anna learns to open up emotionally and discover the truth about her past and Marnie's identity. The film is known for its beautiful animation and emotional storytelling, and has received critical acclaim.
