The Cat Returns

The Cat Returns is a Japanese animation movie from Studio Ghibli directed by Hiroyuki Morita, released in 2002 in Japan. Some characters from Whisper of the Heart (by the same author) as Baron and Muta will appear with important roles.

The Cat Returns Poster

Genres: Adventure, Fantasy, Family
Director: Hiroyuki Morita
Cast (voice): Chizuru Ikewaki, Yoshihiko Hakamada, Aki Maeda
Alternative title: Neko no ongaeshi
Japanese: 猫の恩返し
Country: Japan
Language: Japanese
Release Date: 19 July 2002 (Japan)
Runtime:  75 min

Plot Summary:
Haru, a schoolgirl in unstable behavior, save by chance a cat from a traffic accident. What it ignores is that the cat is none other than the son of the powerful king of cats. This meeting will completely change the course of its existence. In his adventure, three characters will be valuable friends: Chat the elegant Baron, Muta, a big cat wandering, and the crow Toto.

"The Cat Returns" Review:
This Japanese animation movie may seem simplistic, and indeed there are some shortcuts. But it is all caught up as charismatic characters like Baron Humbert von Gikkingen (large class) or the big cat Muta (the fat tough grumpy), the interesting ideas (cats bodyguards!), beautiful images and wonderful music (ideal for relaxing and reading a book).

Imdb page: http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0347618/

Trailer: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rq7NQ0qs7N0