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The Black Cauldron (1985)

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Reviews Counted:9

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Consensus: Ambitious but flawed, The Black Cauldron is technically brilliant as usual, but lacks the compelling characters of other Disney animated classics.

Runtime: 80 mins

Genre: Childrens

Synopsis: Young would-be warrior Taran searches for the titular magic vessel, lest it fall into the dastardly hands of the evil Horned King and allow him to summon an army of the undead. Fortunately,... Young would-be warrior Taran searches for the titular magic vessel, lest it fall into the dastardly hands of the evil Horned King and allow him to summon an army of the undead. Fortunately, assisting in his quest are a feisty princess, the furry, friendly Gurgi, and psychic pig Hen Wen. Unusually dark but highly acclaimed Disney fare, released to video thirteen years after its theatrical run. Based on the juvenile fantasy novel by Lloyd Alexander; part of the "Chronicles of Prydain" series. Gold Collection Edition features a spooky bonus cartoon. [More]

Starring: Grant Bardsley, John Byner, Susan Sheridan, Freddie Jones

Starring: Grant Bardsley, John Byner, Susan Sheridan, Freddie Jones, John Hurt, Nigel Hawthorne, Arthur Malet, Lindsay Rich, Eda Reiss Merin

Director: Ted Berman, Richard Rich

Director: Ted Berman, Richard Rich
Producer: Joe Hale
Story: Lloyd Alexander

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Oct 3, 2000

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  • The Black Cauldron
  • Disney's 25th full-length animated classic, THE BLACK CAULDRON, fills the screen with magic and wonder. This fun-filled tale of heroism overflows with colorful characters, trailblazing animation, and nonstop action. In the mystical land of Prydain, Taran, a young boy who dreams of a future as an invincible warrior, finds himself leading a real-life quest. In a race against the evil Horned King, Taran must be the first to find the mysterious Black Cauldron or the Horned King will unleash its power and take over the world. With the help of a magic sword, an enchanting princess, an adorable clairvoyant pig, and a furry little creature named Gurgi, Taran overcomes winged dragons, the King's monstrous henchmen, three batty witches, and more -- and learns nothing is as powerful as courage and friendship.
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