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The Secret Life of Arrietty (alternative title)

"The Secret Life of Arrietty" (also known as "The Secret World of Arrietty") is a Japanese animated film by Studio Ghibli. It tells the story of tiny "borrowers"—small people living secretly among humans—who live off what they can steal from the human world. The film follows Arrietty, a brave and curious young borrower, as she forms a friendship with a human boy. It explores themes of trust, courage, and coexistence between different worlds. The movie combines beautiful animation with a gentle, heartfelt narrative about understanding and empathy across boundaries.