Synopsis for the Feature Length Animated Film Mimi O Sumaseba (Whisper of the Heart, Prick Up Your Ears)

Aspiring writer Shizuku is spending her last summer vacation before high school reading as many books as she can and translating foreign music into Japanese. Perusing the eclectic choices she has checked out from the library, her curiosity is piqued when she notices that the name Seiji appears before hers on the checkout card of each book. Through a series of unlikely and magical incidents, she comes to meet and establish a connection with Seiji, a boy who dreams of becoming a famous violin maker in Italy. As their life goals pull them in different directions, Shizuku and Seiji are determined to remain true to their feelings for one another.

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