Shimaneko
Sep 07, 2024 · 1h 1m
Director
Akiyoshi ImazekiOverview
A fantasy that anthropomorphizes the stray cats living on Kitagijima, a remote island off the coast of Okayama, much like Yumiko Oshima’s classic manga "Wata no Kunihoshi". The film depicts young girls conversing in “cat language” (with subtitles), occasionally interacting with humans, as they live freely and spontaneously yet still struggle desperately to survive.
Cast of Shimaneko
Crew of Shimaneko
Akiyoshi ImazekiDirector, Original Story, Producer
Hirotoshi KobayashiScreenplay- Ryōichi SugiyamaProducer
- Hisaki SanbongiDirector of Photography, Editor
- Hirokuni TanedaMusic
- Rika ItōMakeup Artist
- Saori YoshimuraSongs
- Daisan MorikawaAssistant Director
- Kyōko HiraokaThanks
- Takashi NakazawaTitle Designer
- RicaCostume Designer
About Shimaneko
What is Shimaneko about?
A fantasy that anthropomorphizes the stray cats living on Kitagijima, a remote island off the coast of Okayama, much like Yumiko Oshima’s classic manga "Wata no Kunihoshi". The film depicts young girls conversing in “cat language” (with subtitles), occasionally interacting with humans, as they live freely and spontaneously yet still struggle desperately to survive.
When was Shimaneko released?
Shimaneko was released on September 7, 2024.
How long is Shimaneko?
Shimaneko runs 1 hour 1 minute (61 minutes).
Who directed Shimaneko?
Shimaneko was directed by Akiyoshi Imazeki.
Who is in the cast of Shimaneko?
The cast of Shimaneko includes Raiju Kamata (Choco), Coco Masui (Cocoa), Misaki (Mint), Go Riju (Choco's owner) and Hako Ohshima (grocery lady).