TV-Series
Description
"Meiken Jolie" is an anime series centered around a young girl named Yui, who discovers a mysterious, sentient dog named Jolie. Jolie is no ordinary dog; she possesses the ability to speak and exhibits extraordinary intelligence, often assisting Yui in solving problems and navigating challenges. The narrative unfolds in a small, picturesque town where Yui lives with her family, and the bond between Yui and Jolie becomes the emotional core of the story.

The plot revolves around the duo’s adventures as they encounter various mysteries and dilemmas within their community. Jolie’s unique abilities and wisdom often play a pivotal role in resolving these situations, whether it involves helping a neighbor, uncovering a local legend, or mediating conflicts among townsfolk. The series balances episodic storytelling with an overarching narrative that gradually reveals more about Jolie’s origins and the reasons behind her extraordinary nature.

Yui is portrayed as a kind-hearted and curious protagonist, whose interactions with Jolie highlight themes of friendship, loyalty, and personal growth. Jolie, on the other hand, serves as both a mentor and companion, offering guidance while also learning from Yui’s youthful perspective. Supporting characters, including Yui’s family and friends, contribute to the series’ warmth and depth, each playing a role in the unfolding events.

The tone of "Meiken Jolie" is lighthearted and wholesome, with moments of humor and heartfelt emotion. The series emphasizes the importance of empathy, cooperation, and understanding, often resolving conflicts through compassion and teamwork. While the mysteries and challenges faced by Yui and Jolie are engaging, the focus remains on their evolving relationship and the positive impact they have on those around them. The narrative structure allows for both standalone episodes and a gradual progression of the central storyline, making it accessible to a wide audience.
Information
Meiken Jolie
名犬ジョリィ
Belle und Sebastian
Jolie the Great Dog
Type: TV-Series
Anime Episodes: 64
Movie/Episode length: 30 min.
Date: 04/07/1981 – 06/22/1982
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Staff
  • Director · Keiji Hayakawa
  • Script · Sōji Yoshikawa
  • Script · Toshiyuki Kashiwakura
  • Script · Mitsuru Majima
  • Storyboard · Mamoru Oshii
  • Storyboard · Fumio Kurokawa
  • Storyboard · Fumio Ikeno
  • Storyboard · Keiji Hayakawa
  • Storyboard · Mitsuo Kusakabe
  • Storyboard · Hiroshi Sasagawa
  • Storyboard · Nobuo Onuki
  • Storyboard · Yasuo Kageyama
  • Storyboard · Motosuke Takahashi
  • Storyboard · Saki Noda
  • Storyboard · Masaharu Endō
  • Storyboard · Akira Yahiro
  • Storyboard · Seiji Okuda
  • Episode Director · Mamoru Oshii
  • Episode Director · Fumio Ikeno
  • Episode Director · Kazuyoshi Yokota
  • Episode Director · Keiji Hayakawa
  • Episode Director · Mitsuo Kusakabe
  • Episode Director · Shinichi Tsuji
  • Episode Director · Nobuo Onuki
  • Episode Director · Kazunori Tanahashi
  • Episode Director · Yasuo Kageyama
  • Music · Akihiro Komori
  • Music · Shinichi Tanabe
  • Original creator · Cecile Aubry
  • Character Design · Shūichi Seki
  • Art Director · Mitsuki Nakamura
  • Art Director · Katsumi Hando
  • Animation Director · Yoshiyuki Momose
  • Animation Director · Michiyo Sakurai
  • Animation Director · Nobuyuki Kitajima
  • Animation Director · Kazuo Iimura
  • Animation Director · Yoshishige Kosako
  • Animation Director · Takashi Saijo
  • Animation Director · Tooru Tanaka
  • Animation Director · Shinichi Tsuji
  • Animation Director · Yuichi Endo
  • Animation Director · Motosuke Takahashi
  • Animation Director · Norio Hirayama
  • Director of Photography · Katsuji Misawa
  • Director of Photography · Akio Bandou
  • Director of Photography · Hitoshi Kaneko
  • Producer · Yoshio Kato
  • Producer · Nobuaki Hosoda
Production
  • Production · TOHO
  • Production · MK Company