Review of "Animal Village's Toriire": Charming characters and a heartwarming story

"Animal Village's Inclusion": The appeal of a classic short animated film from the Showa era

"Animal Village's Inner Guard," released in 1950, is a short animated film produced by Kyoto Film Company, and its unique worldview and storytelling continue to be loved to this day. In this article, we will take a closer look at the appeal and background of this work, as well as its subsequent influence. We will also introduce detailed information about the work and its recommended points.

Overview

■ Public Media

theater

■ Original Media

Anime Original

■ Release date

1950

■Frequencies

8 mins

■ Number of Episodes

Episode 1

■ Production

Kyoto Film Studio

story

"Animal Village Harvest" depicts the events of a day in a village where animals live. The story begins with the animals waking up in the morning and shows the animals going about their work and play. Particularly memorable is the "harvest" scene, which takes place under the large tree in the center of the village. This "harvest" is a festival where the animals of the village gather together to celebrate the harvest, and the excitement and joy of the event is conveyed through the screen.

At the climax of the story, the village leader, the fox, gives a speech of thanks to everyone for the harvest. This scene symbolizes the bond of community and gratitude, and leaves a deep impression on the audience.

Background

"Animal Village" was released in 1950, when Japan was in the midst of postwar reconstruction. During this time, movies and animations were important media for giving people hope and dreams, and works aimed at children in particular were expected to play this role. Kyoto Film Company conveyed a message of hope for peace and abundance through this work.

This work is also an example of the evolution of animation technology. The hand-drawn animation depicted the animals' expressions and movements realistically, leaving a strong impression on viewers. In particular, the richness of the colors and the beauty of the backgrounds exceeded the technological standards of the time, and captivated many viewers.

character

Various animals appear in "Animal Village Toriire." The main characters are introduced below.

• Fox : The leader of the village and the master of ceremonies at the harvest festival. He is intelligent and trusted by everyone in the village.
• Rabbit : A lively and energetic character. He performs a dance at the harvest festival and is the mood maker of the village.
• Bear : A strong character who is in charge of the hard work of harvesting. He has a kind heart and works hard to keep the peace in the village.
• Squirrel : A small and cute character who is responsible for making delicious food during the harvest festival.

Music and Sound

The music used in this work is an arrangement of famous songs from that time. In particular, the light-hearted music played during the harvest festival scene will get the audience excited. The sound effects, which realistically reproduce the voices of animals and the sounds of nature, also enhance the appeal of the work.

Evaluation and impact

"Animal Village's Inclusion" was highly praised when it was released. It was especially well received by children, and was shown in many schools and homes. This work also had a major impact on the Japanese animation industry that followed. In particular, its storytelling, which depicts the bonds of community and feelings of gratitude, has influenced many works.

The film has also been highly acclaimed internationally and screened at film festivals around the world. The beauty of the colors and the moving story have captivated audiences around the world.

Recommended points

I recommend "Animal Village Toriire" for the following reasons:

• Family Friendly : This film is suitable for both children and adults, and can teach the importance of community and gratitude when viewed together as a family.
• Beautiful colors and backgrounds : The beautiful colors and backgrounds, which exceeded the technical standards of the time, provide a visual treat.
• A moving story : The harvest festival scene and the fox's words of gratitude leave a deep impression on viewers.
• Historical value : It has historical value as an example of the evolution of Japanese animation after the war.

Related Titles

If you enjoyed "Animal Village Toriire," we also recommend the following related works:

• "My Neighbor Totoro" : A masterpiece by Studio Ghibli, it depicts the coexistence of humans and nature. Like "Animal Village," it depicts the bonds of community and gratitude.
• Spirited Away : A Studio Ghibli masterpiece, it's a story of growth and self-discovery. It also shares beautiful colors and settings with Animal Village.
• "My Neighbor Totoro" : A masterpiece by Studio Ghibli, it depicts the coexistence of humans and nature. Like "Animal Village," it depicts the bonds of community and gratitude.

summary

"Animal Village's Inclusion" is a short animated film released by Kyoto Film Studio in 1950, and its unique worldview and storytelling continue to be loved today. This work is characterized by a touching story depicting the bonds of a community and feelings of gratitude, beautiful colors and backgrounds, and animation techniques that exceeded the technical standards of the time. This work can be enjoyed by the whole family and has high historical value, making it a masterpiece that you should definitely see at least once.

I also hope that this film will inspire you to enjoy other classic animations, such as those by Studio Ghibli. "Animal Village's Inclusion" will continue to shine forever as a classic short animation from the Showa era.