This Japanese' animated interpretation of Puss 'n Boots reminds me of classic Walt Disney movies: I know exactly what it's going to end, but that doesn't take away the enjoyment. There are a few animated sequences that are nothing short of virtuosic, such as the chase across castle parapets, or Pero's fantasy about the female cat. They can really hold candles to today's animation. Design wise, this antiquated movie has better character design than any animes that feature anthropomorphic animals I've seen. It's no wonder why Pero is still used as Toei Animation's mascot. The art can't be compared to today's computer-assisted drawings, but all of the scenesfeaturing buildings are top notch. In fact, what I think is the weakest part in the movie is the voice. Sometimes it doesn't match what happens in the scene, but it's probably due to the constrain of audio technology of that time.

Overall, a very enjoyable family-friendly movie.