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I've been watching some studio Ghibli movies with my kids, it's been a treat!

The ones we watched so far (Kikis Delivery Service, My Neighbor Totoro) have a style of storytelling that is delightful and engaging without feeling rushed or overwhelming.

Not all of their movies are suitable for younger audiences, but I think many/most are. I highly recommend them.

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Yes! We started with these two as well. My girls are currently 3 and 5, and my wife and I had been eager to introduce them to some of our favorite movies from our own childhoods. We started watching the Lion King once without putting much thought into it, and then ended up shutting it off after the opening scene once we thought ahead to what was coming and realizing they weren't ready for that.

They wanted to be witches for Halloween last year and so we watched Kiki's Delivery Service in October and it has been a staple in our house ever since.

Ponyo is another good one for kids.

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