Wausau: Year of Ghibli: “The Cat Returns”

All ages are invited to the library as we continue our year-long celebration of all things Studio Ghibli! Join us for a double-feature screening of “Whisper of the Heart” starting at 1:00 pm and the sequel, “The Cat Returns,” to follow starting at 3:15 pm.

In “The Cat Returns,” Haru is walking home after a dreary day of school when she spies a cat with a small gift box in its mouth crossing a busy street, and she jumps in front of traffic to save the cat from an oncoming truck. To her amazement, the cat gets up on its hind legs, brushes itself off, and thanks her very politely. But things take an even stranger turn when later that night, the King of Cats shows up at her doorstep in a feline motorcade. He showers Haru with gifts, and decrees that she shall marry the Prince and come live in the Kingdom of Cats.

Free and open to all ages, no registration is required. Call 715-261-7230 for more information. Attendees are welcome to bring snacks and refreshments, though we ask that you please help keep our library clean. (2002 | Rated G | 75 minutes)