'Cat Jockey' review: Exploring the strange world of cats and horse racing

"Cat Jockey" - The appeal of the short animation and its worldview

"Cat Jockey" is a short anime series of only four episodes that aired from May 6 to May 27, 2021. It airs every Thursday from 11:10 p.m. on Asahi Broadcasting, and each episode is a compact seven minutes long. The anime was produced by the animation production company DLE and directed by Mori Masa. The original work is original to the anime and is a joint work between the JRA (Japan Racing Association) and DLE.

Story and Characters

"Cat Jockey" is a story set in the world of horse racing. The main characters are cats who work at a racetrack, where they perform the duties of jockeys. Each episode is told from the perspective of a different cat, depicting the appeal of horse racing and life at a racetrack. By depicting the thrill and excitement of the sport of horse racing from the perspective of cats, it offers viewers a fresh perspective.

The main characters are cats who work at the racetrack. Each character has a unique name and background, and their passion and efforts for horse racing are depicted. For example, one of the main characters, "Mike," is an exceptional jockey among the cats working at the racetrack, and his skills and passion are at the center of the story. "Tora" is also depicted struggling as a rookie jockey, which moves viewers.

Animation and visuals

The animation of "Cat Jockey" makes use of DLE's distinctive style. The cats' movements and expressions are drawn realistically, and the atmosphere of the racetrack is also realistically reproduced. In particular, the horse racing scenes visually convey the sense of speed and tension of the cats, drawing the viewer in. In addition, the use of backgrounds and colors is also ingenious, helping to liven up the atmosphere of the racetrack.

Visually, the cat designs are very appealing. Each character's personality is reflected in their design, allowing viewers to instantly feel attached to them. Additionally, the depiction of the racetrack is realistic, giving viewers a real feel for the world of horse racing. Overall, the visual quality is high, leaving a strong impression on viewers.

Music and Sound

The music in "Cat Jockey" plays a role in heightening the thrill and excitement of the horse races. During the racing scenes, music is used to heighten the sense of tension, drawing the viewer in. During the everyday scenes, music is used that warmly depicts the lives of the cats, giving the viewer a sense of security. Overall, music and sound are important elements that add excitement to the story.

In terms of sound, the voices of the cats and the sounds of the racetrack are realistically reproduced. In particular, the sounds of the horses' hooves and the cheers of the spectators in the race scenes give the viewer a sense of realism. The performances of the cats' voice actors are also excellent, bringing out the individuality of the characters. Overall, the sound quality is high, leaving a strong impression on the viewer.

Theme and Message

"Cat Jockey" depicts the importance of hard work, passion, friendship and bonds through the sport of horse racing. Each episode is told from the perspective of a different cat, depicting their passion and hard work for horse racing. It also depicts the importance of friendship and bonds through life at the racetrack. Overall, the show is packed with themes and messages that will inspire viewers.

In particular, the story of the main character, Mike, depicts the importance of hard work and passion. Mike is an exceptional jockey among the cats working at the racetrack, and his skills and passion are at the heart of the story. Mike's efforts and passion inspire viewers, and they are inspired to work hard themselves. Tora's story depicts his struggles as a rookie jockey. Tora's growth and efforts inspire viewers, and they are inspired to work hard themselves.

Ratings and Recommendations

Although it is a short animated film, "Cat Jockey" is a work that will move viewers with its realistic portrayal of the world of horse racing. The animation and visual quality is high, and the music and sound are also important elements that add excitement to the story. The theme and message also move viewers, inspiring them to do their best. Overall, it is a work that will leave a strong impression on viewers, and I would especially recommend it to anyone who loves horse racing and cats.

This anime offers viewers a fresh perspective on the thrill and excitement of horse racing by showing it from the perspective of cats. It also gives viewers an insight into the personalities and backgrounds of each character, allowing viewers to quickly become attached to them. Overall, this is a moving show, and one I would especially recommend to anyone who loves horse racing and cats.

Related information and recommendations

Related information about Neko Jockey is that it is a joint production between the Japan Racing Association (JRA) and DLE. It is also worth checking out other works by director Mori Masa and animation studio DLE, especially the other short animated series by DLE, which often offer fresh perspectives for viewers.

Other recommended titles include the horse racing themed anime Uma Musume: Pretty Derby, which also depicts the thrill and excitement of horse racing and leaves viewers in awe. We also recommend the cat themed anime Neko Neko Nihonshi, which offers viewers a fresh perspective. Overall, if you're a fan of horse racing and cats, these titles are worth checking out.

summary

"Cat Jockey" is a short animated series that depicts the world of horse racing from the perspective of cats. Although it is only four short episodes, it is a work that moves viewers by realistically depicting the thrill and excitement of horse racing. The animation and visual quality is high, and the music and sound are also important elements that add excitement to the story. The theme and message also move viewers and motivate them to do their best. Overall, it is a work that leaves a strong impression on viewers, and I would especially recommend it to anyone who loves horse racing and cats.