The Secret World of Arrietty Trailer

Oooh, this press release makes me very excited.  On Februrary 17, 2012 we will be able to watch on of Disney’s newest releases, The Secret World of Arrietty, in theaters.

Residing quietly beneath the floorboards are little people who live undetected in a secret world to be discovered, where the smallest may stand tallest of all.  From the legendary Studio Ghibli (“Spirited Away,” “Ponyo”) comes “The Secret World of Arrietty,” an animated adventure based on Mary Norton’s acclaimed children’s book series “The Borrowers.”

Arrietty (voice of Bridgit Mendler), a tiny, but tenacious 14-year-old, lives with her parents (voices of Will Arnett and Amy Poehler) in the recesses of a suburban garden home, unbeknownst to the homeowner and her housekeeper (voice of Carol Burnett). Like all little people, Arrietty (AIR-ee-ett-ee) remains hidden from view, except during occasional covert ventures beyond the floorboards to “borrow” scrap supplies like sugar cubes from her human hosts. But when 12-year-old Shawn (voice of David Henrie), a human boy who comes to stay in the home, discovers his mysterious housemate one evening, a secret friendship blossoms. If discovered, their relationship could drive Arrietty’s family from the home and straight into danger. The English language version of “The Secret World of Arrietty” was executive produced by Kathleen Kennedy and Frank Marshall, and directed by Gary Rydstrom.

We found Ponyo, a sister movie, on Netflix and my girls love it.  The first time I watched it all I could think was “This is a little weird” and to people watching it the first time they may be thinking the same thing.  But the sweet story of Ponyo captured my girls and it turned in to one of their favorites. They still ask to watch it, but sadly it is not on Netflix instant streaming anymore.  When I glanced at the screen cover for The Secret World of Arrietty I knew immediately that the people behind Ponyo were back in action.  I honestly cannot show this to my girls because they will bug me for the next 3.5 months!

Here is a sneak peek for The Secret World of Arrietty.