Tamala 2010: A Punk Cat in Space

In the year 2010, practically one hundred percent of Cat Earth's GDP comes from the megacorporation Catty & Co., which is rapidly spreading across the rest of the galaxy. Here lives Tamala, a beautiful yet foul-mouthed cat, who decides to travel to the planet of her birth, Orion. After an unfortunate crash landing on the planet Q, Tamala meets Michaelangelo, a fellow cat, whom Tamala refers to as "MoiMoi."

As Tamala and Michaelangelo explore the planet's capital, Hate City—which is under martial law to separate the feuding cat and dog populations—they pass by graffiti and museum exhibits about the ancient cult of Minerva that speak of something dark and sinister. After Tamala catches the eye of the extremely violent motorcycle-riding Kentauros, she and Michaelangelo flee, but mysteries about Tamala's identity continue to surface. Why did Tamala originally leave Orion, and what exactly is her connection to Catty & Co.?

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Tamala Main

Mochizuki, Hisayo Japanese

Tatla Supporting

Michelangelo Supporting

Takeda, Shinji Japanese

Human Mother Supporting

Penelope, Nezumi-chan Supporting

Professor Nominos Supporting

Kentauros Supporting

Staff

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Feb 8, 2017

Lycan

Recommended

To sum up this film in one word, I would say "jarring." From the themes, imagery, characters, music... It's a very unique piece.

First off, the music was AMAZING and easily my favorite part about this movie. I want to say the animation is lack luster, but considering it was only two people working on it, it's passable. I think this story would have done a bit more justice if it was polished a bit more.

It's a shame the other two were never made. As a stand alone, it doesn't quite appease anyone who's hoping for a conclusive ending. You also have to ... be in a punk mindset because Tamala is rejecting her non-consensual symbolism to just live as she pleases. It give a big screw you to capitalism and two party politics (the cat and dog party), which is always a plus. Tamala wants to own herself and refuses to let anyone take that away from her. She's desensitized, and oddly both naive and visceral due to her surroundings.

I think the biggest downfall of this movie is the background information dump near the end. I was hoping to get this in pieces throughout the movie rather than a single character explain it to you. (This character happens to be the same individual as Tamala's boyfriend.) You get the whole postal service cult narrative shoved down your throat as soon as you are starting to piece things together.

Overall I would recommend to watch this just once if only for the novelty. It's a mind trip that could be much greater, but still has nuggets to be thought provoking and a conversation piece.

Reviewer’s Rating: 7

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Oct 27, 2024

theroboxer

Mixed Feelings

This flick's an acid trip of cutesy meets crude, and not in a “oh, isn’t that quirky” kinda way, but more in a “why?” kinda way. It’s a half-assed dystopian universe, and there’s this chain-smoking, punk-ass space cat named Tamala. This cat’s got attitude in spades, a vibe that’s somehow both ‘fuck society’ and ‘let’s nap forever.’ I’ll give ‘em credit for the artsy black-and-white style—it’s got that slick, underground comic vibe, and the creators didn’t hold back on the existential dread.

Now, don’t get me wrong, the plot… if you can call it that, is a total clusterfuck. Tamala’s out here exploring dystopian planets, but ... it’s less a story and more like a weird collage of “what the hell did I just watch?” moments. There’s some half-baked corporate satire, a sprinkle of weirdly violent scenes, and a tone that’s all over the damn place. It’s basically like a series of twisted memes strung together. You don’t watch this thing for a clear storyline, you watch it to feel your brain slowly melt and ooze outta your ears.

So, yeah. Worth a look if you’re into trippy, dark humor and cats with a whole lotta attitude, but let’s just say you might feel like you need a shower—or a shot—afterwards.

Reviewer’s Rating: 6

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Dec 14, 2016

Sidewinder51

Not Recommended

Rate of 3(Poor)
seen via english subtitles

Scif.i has a tendency of involving time warps and such but i never imagined a shows plot could be as equally warped! They take random things and throw it into the plot. Sometimes the cut to scenes of people talking but is unclear if theses are more random people or the same couple that keeps taking because they never focus on the characters. Instead the camera focuses on the legs, shows them in dark light, yadada.

Sound, was a joke. Using the same couple i mentioned the voices which are supposed to be of two individuals to me came ... from one. Also, from what could be seen of the hidden couple they were dressed as female so why a male voice?

I could go on and on but what would be the point. It won't provide me with answers just more questions.

As far as art is concerned this is mostly a black and white flick.

I recommend skipping this.

Reviewer’s Rating: 3

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