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The Last Unicorn (1982)

"There's magic in believing!"

7.219821h 33mEN
FantasyAnimationFamilyAdventure

Directed by Arthur Rankin, Jr.

Rating

7.2/10

Runtime

1h 33m

Language

EN

Release

November 19, 1982

Director

Arthur Rankin, Jr.

Official Trailer

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Overview

A unicorn learns from a riddle-speaking butterfly that she is supposedly the last of her kind, all the others having been herded away by the monstrous Red Bull. The unicorn sets out to discover the truth behind the butterfly's words. She is eventually joined on her quest by Schmendrick, a second-rat...

Cast

Mia Farrow

Mia Farrow

Unicorn / Amalthea (voice)

Alan Arkin

Alan Arkin

Schmendrick (voice)

Tammy Grimes

Tammy Grimes

Molly Grue (voice)

Jeff Bridges

Jeff Bridges

Prince Lir (voice)

Christopher Lee

Christopher Lee

King Haggard (voice)

Angela Lansbury

Angela Lansbury

Mommy Fortuna (voice)

Robert Klein

Robert Klein

The Butterfly (voice)

Keenan Wynn

Keenan Wynn

Captain Cully / Harpy (voice)

Paul Frees

Paul Frees

Mabruk (voice)

René Auberjonois

René Auberjonois

The Skull (voice)

Theodore Gottlieb

Theodore Gottlieb

Ruhk (voice)

Don Messick

Don Messick

The Cat (voice)

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into The Last Unicorn (1982), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

A unicorn learns from a riddle-speaking butterfly that she is supposedly the last of her kind, all the others having been herded away by the monstrous Red Bull. The unicorn sets out to discover the truth behind the butterfly's words. She is eventually joined on her quest by Schmendrick, a second-rate magician, and Molly Grue, a middle-aged woman who dreamed all her life of seeing a unicorn. Their journey leads them far from home, all the way to the castle of King Haggard.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of The Last Unicorn. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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