As a big fan of anime, I got quite disappointed over the years as the European animation was slipping away, bit by bit eaten away and replaced by the Disney mass production. And just when all hope seemed to have gone, "Une Vie De Chat" arrived, bringing new energy and life.
I liked this anime, I liked it a lot, and there is a good reason why. A single mother named Jeanne, employed in a Paris police force lives a lonely life with her daughter. Zoe lost her father, the mother is hardly around due to work, and the only bright spark of her day is the company of one black cat. But Zoe is not the only friend this kitty has got. Soon, a mysterious stranger will enter their lives, and together they will face a dangerous task...
However, the real eye candy of "Une Vie De Chat" was the animation and the atmosphere it delivered. Drawn in an almost naive manner, the characters, surrounding and overall visual expression was truly beautiful and mysterious in a very special way. Seeing this anime is quite a different experience than you'd expect from a cartoon and it fits all ages, both kids and adults. It reminded me quite some of "Amelie", with a unique visual description of Paris and it's unforgettable charm.
I like to be pleasantly surprised, and "Une Vie De Chat" is by all means the best surprise I could get. There is still some soul and creativity left in the European animation. It's a must-see for all true fans of anime. Good job!
I liked this anime, I liked it a lot, and there is a good reason why. A single mother named Jeanne, employed in a Paris police force lives a lonely life with her daughter. Zoe lost her father, the mother is hardly around due to work, and the only bright spark of her day is the company of one black cat. But Zoe is not the only friend this kitty has got. Soon, a mysterious stranger will enter their lives, and together they will face a dangerous task...
However, the real eye candy of "Une Vie De Chat" was the animation and the atmosphere it delivered. Drawn in an almost naive manner, the characters, surrounding and overall visual expression was truly beautiful and mysterious in a very special way. Seeing this anime is quite a different experience than you'd expect from a cartoon and it fits all ages, both kids and adults. It reminded me quite some of "Amelie", with a unique visual description of Paris and it's unforgettable charm.
I like to be pleasantly surprised, and "Une Vie De Chat" is by all means the best surprise I could get. There is still some soul and creativity left in the European animation. It's a must-see for all true fans of anime. Good job!