Tintin in America
Tintin in America

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Tintin in America

1992
Movie
22 min
French

In order to assassinate the inquisitive Belgian reporter Tintin, the evil gangster Al Capone orders Smiles, an executive under his command, to lure him to a meeting to be held in Chicago…

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IMDb8.1/10
Director: Hervé VidalGenres: Animation, Adventure, Comedy, Family, Mystery

Plot Summary

Tintin travels to America to investigate a drug smuggling ring, only to find himself framed and pursued by the police. He uncovers a vast conspiracy involving organized crime and the manipulation of public opinion. Along the way, he encounters various colorful characters and navigates the complexities of American society during the Prohibition era.

Critical Reception

The animated series "The Adventures of Tintin" as a whole is highly acclaimed for its faithfulness to Hergé's original comic books and its high production values. "Tintin in America" is often cited as one of the stronger installments, praised for its engaging storyline and faithful adaptation of the source material.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its faithful adaptation of the beloved comic.

  • Appreciated for its adventurous spirit and engaging plot.

  • Lauded for its animation quality and character portrayals.

Google audience: Audience reception for the animated series is generally very positive, with viewers appreciating its classic animation style and the faithful representation of Tintin's adventures.

Fun Fact

While the animated series was released in the early 1990s, the original comic book "Tintin in America" was first published in serial form between 1931 and 1932.

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