Ponyo (2008)

Ponyo does not feature any identifiable LGBTQ+ characters or themes. The narrative focuses on the innocent friendship between a young boy and a magical fish-girl, exploring universal themes of childhood, family, and environmentalism without incorporating any elements related to queer identity or experiences.

Ponyo does not feature any identifiable transsexual characters or themes. The narrative centers on a magical transformation from a fish to a human, which is a change in species, not an exploration of gender identity. Consequently, the film offers no direct portrayal or commentary on transsexual experiences.

The film does not feature any scenes of direct physical combat. Female characters, such as Ponyo, Lisa, and Granmamare, do not engage in hand-to-hand or melee weapon fights against male opponents. Conflicts are primarily magical or environmental in nature.

Ponyo is an original story by Hayao Miyazaki, not an adaptation of pre-existing material or a reboot. All characters were created for this film, thus none had a prior established gender to be swapped.

Ponyo is an original animated film with characters created specifically for this production. There is no prior source material or established canon from which characters' races could have been swapped.