Friday, February 6, 2009

The Cat Returns (Neko no Ongaeshi)


The Cat Returns (Neko no Ongaeshi), 2002

Haru Yoshioka, a normal high school girl who saved a stray cat from being hit by a truck was later found herself being annoyed by lots of strange events. The cat Haru saved turns out to be Prince Lune, the honorable prince from the Cat Kingdom. Prince Lune promised there will be returns from the Kingdom due to Haru's kindness and bravery. Since then, Haru encountered lots of strange events and she was even offered a marriage with Prince Lune.

Feeling anxious and confuse, Haru collapsed. Then, a voice from a lady immerged in her head, telling her to seek out the Cat Bureau. Leaded by Muta, an extremely fat white cat, Haru met Baron Humbert von Gikkingen, the cat detective. She explained everything to Baron and begged for his help to chase away those cats from the Cat Kingdom. Things seemed to be fine as smooth as both Baron and Muta agreed to give helps...... However, things turn bizare as the messengers from the Cat kingdom kidnapped Haru and brought her back to the Cat Kingdom. Things turned worst as Haru was casted a spell to become a cat by the Cat King. Now, it's all up to Muta and Baron to save Haru from becoming the bridge of Prince Lune.


Mmm...... I can't say this is an awesome anime movie, but it's sure deserved to have the title of nice anime movie! Well, yes, another animated feature from Ghibli Studio. Since this anime is not directed by Hayao Mizak, I can't really say I had high expectation for it. But, nevertherless, Neko no Ongaeshi sure is a nice anime movie and I had a nice and wonderful time watching it. The story was quite a fairy tale type. A nice story before bed! ( ---w---.)


Honestly, what attracted me most is the theme ending song Kaze ni Naru from Tsuji Ayano. Please check it out in Gendou! The light tempo sure is nice for busy people like me. Haha, I love this song very much! ( ---w---.)


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