# Feline Meme Films Nyan the Movie Evokes Emotion in Viewers of the Short By Carly Foy | Published 2011-06-28 | Pop Culture Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nyan-the-movie References: [buzzfeed](http://www.buzzfeed.com/burnred/nyan-the-movie-281t) & [youtube](http://www.youtube.com/user/videoparodiso) Whether you're a big fan of Nyan Cat or not, the Internet feline has managed to warm the hearts of those who have viewed Nyan the Movie. Nyan the Movie is a [fan-generated short film](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tails-frames) by [YouTube](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sonic-the-hedgehog-2) user videoparodiso and features a real cat watching television with its owner; this is then when the owner realizes its pets dream to go up into space. The short film shows the cat finally being launched into space and smiling, melting the viewer's heart as he achieves his dream of being in space. At the end of the film, videoparodiso slips in the message, "Dedicated to Anyone Who Dares to Dream." **Implications** - When an Internet meme such as Nyan Cat becomes popular, fan-created products and films surface. Because of this, other fans of the Internet meme will be driven to either watch or purchase the products out of their appreciation for the character. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.0/10 - Popularity: 75% | Activity: 66% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Pop Culture](https://www.trendhunter.com/popculture) > [Internet](https://www.trendhunter.com/internet) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Fan-generated Short Films:** The popularity of fan-created products and films for Internet memes such as Nyan Cat will drive viewership and potential revenue. - **Emotional Viral Videos:** Viewers' emotional reactions to Nyan the Movie and similar short films showcase the potential for brands to create viral videos that drive engagement and brand loyalty. - **Pet-centric Content:** The popularity of Nyan the Movie highlights the potential for pet-centric content in the entertainment industry and related merchandising opportunities. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Social Media:** Social media platforms can leverage emotional viral videos, like Nyan the Movie, to drive engagement and user activity. - **Film and Television:** The success of fan-generated short films, such as Nyan the Movie, showcases the potential for similar content to become popular and reach wider audiences on traditional film and television platforms. - **Pet Products and Services:** The popularity of Nyan Cat and pet-centric content highlights the potential for related pet products and services, such as toys and grooming services, to capitalize on this trend. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Feline Meme Makers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cat-meme-material-download.md) - [Brush-Painted Cat Commercials](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nisshin-seifun.md) - [70s-Style Cat Snack Ads](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/creamy-purrrre.md) - [Cartoon-Celebrating Snack Branding](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/popchips-and-the-garfield-movie.md) - [Mischievous Feline Food Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/its-great-to-be-a-cat-campaign.md) - [Adventure Game-Adapted Animations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stray-2.md) - [Humorous Cat Collectables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tired-cats-gachapon.md) - [AI-Generated Pet Teasers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/i-want-a-puppy-kitten-studios.md) - [Festive Animated Film Videos](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sonic-the-hedgehog-2.md)