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Der kleine Prinz
A pilot crashes his plane in the desert, in the middle of the night. There is no one in the vast distance. Suddenly, a miraculous figure of a child emerges from the darkness - "The Little Prince". He asks the pilot to draw him a sheep. Now there are two of them in a vast desert with only one water source. They get closer and bond with each other.
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Plot Summary
This animated adaptation brings Antoine de Saint-Exupéry's beloved novella to life. A pilot crashes in the Sahara Desert and encounters a young prince who has traveled from a small asteroid. Through their conversations, the prince shares his unique perspective on life, love, and loss, reflecting on his journey and the strange adults he has met.
Critical Reception
This animated rendition of 'The Little Prince' was generally well-received for its faithfulness to the source material and its charming animation style, though some critics noted it might be more appreciated by those already familiar with the book.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its gentle storytelling and visual charm.
Appreciated for capturing the philosophical essence of the original novel.
Some found the pacing a bit slow for younger audiences.
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Fun Fact
While this 1990 animated film is a French production, the original novella was written by French aviator and writer Antoine de Saint-Exupéry and first published in 1943.
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