ロックンおヨネ

Rock'n Oyone (ロックンおヨネ) is an original net animation (ONA) short film produced by Studio Elle Co., Ltd., released on March 30, 2022. It was part of the “Young Animator Training Project 2022.” The story revolves around Oyone, who moves into a nursing home, forming a band with other elderly residents. She relives her youthful memories through a concert on Christmas night. Akira Shigino served as the original creator, director, writer, and storyboard artist, while Junichi Higuchi handled character design and animation direction. Masayuki Egami was the assistant director, Junichi Sasaki was in charge of sound effects, and Kazuhiko Sawaguchi was responsible for the music. Rock'n Oyone is known for its heartwarming story and retro rock music style. Despite being a single episode, it provides a nostalgic yet vibrant experience, prompting reflections on life, friendship, and memories. While small in scale, the work showcases the creativity and potential of young animators. It has gained attention within anime communities like MyAnimeList and has been added to favorites by some users, although it hasn't received official ratings yet, its theme and production style continue to attract a niche audience.