Rudolf the Black Cat

Rudolf, a black stray cat, is suddenly separated from his beloved master. He unexpectedly wakes up in a long-distance truck that takes him to metropolis Tokyo. There, he meets Ippai-attena, a big boss cat feared by everyone in town. Unable to return home, Rudolf starts a life as a stray with Ippai-attena, but Ippai-attena isn't all that he seems to be.

Directed by Kunihiko Yuyama, Motonori Sakakibara, Rudolf the Black Cat leans on a strong ensemble — Ryohei Suzuki, Mao Inoue, Norito Yashima — to carry a story that balances spectacle with character.

The film landed with audiences for its craft and performances, and remains one of the most talked-about comedy titles of 2016.