Anime fans need to get excited asPokémon’s OLM studio teams up with iconic director Takeshi Miike forNyaight of the Living Cat, a bold and hilarious new anime movie. A new trailer dropped today, shared by Crunchyroll during CCXP 2024, giving viewers a sneak peek into this feline-fueled apocalypse. The movie is about a world overrun by cats, whose adorable appearances are really a terrifying threat. As humans struggle to survive, the line between predator and prey blurs in a film that will be unforgettably funny.
Miike, known for his genre-bending films, takes his first dive into anime with this adaptation of the cult mangaNight of the Living Cat.Because of his experience with boundary-pushing stories,Miike brings a unique perspective to this already crazy premise. The trailer teases his signature dark humor, amazing visuals, and breathtaking storytelling, leaving fans eager to see how he turns the manga’s absurdity into film.
A Cult Manga Comes To Life
A Whiskered Apocalypse Hits The Big Screen
The movie is based on the mangaNight of the Living Catby Hawkman and Mecha-Roots, which has gained a smaller but dedicated following for its bizarre yet enjoyable premise. In this world, cat “infected” humans transform into fluffy felines upon contact, making survivors struggle to journey through this purr-fulled dystopia. The manga’s blend of horror, satire, and offbeat humor has a lot of material for Miike to explore in the adaptation.
Fans of the original story are in for a treat with the creative teams' commitment to capturing the manga’s unique tone. From the trailer’s animation style to its quirky characters, it is clear that the anime will stay true to the heart of the source material while making its story work for the big screen. This marks another exciting collaboration between OLM and top-tier talent, following theirsuccess withPokémonandOdd Taxi.
Takeshi Miike’s Anime Debut
A Cult Film Icon Brings His Vision To Anime
Takeshi Miike, a director with over 100 films to his name, is famous for his bold storytelling in cult classics likeAuditionandIchi the Killer.His expertise at blending dark themes with amazing character development and arcs, makes him the perfect match forNyaight of the Living Cat.Despite how many films he has worked to create, this is Miike’s first time directing an anime, but he directed the live-action adaptationJoJo’s Bizarre Adventure: Diamond is Unbreakable.
With Miike at the helm, fans can expect a genre-breaking masterpiece that will push the boundaries of traditional anime. His ability to blend absurdity and intense emotion shows thatNyaight of the Living Catwill be more than just a comedy apocalypse, it could set a new standard for art and story within anime. Fans of cats, Miike, and even people who are curious to see what happens when humans and felines clash, will have to keep an eye out for this absolutely must-watch film.
