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Pinocchio and the Emperor of the Night (1987)

“Adventure. Excitement. Fantasy. One boy has a nose for it all. It's delightful! And that's no lie!”

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Plot

In the enchanting world of Pinocchio, our hero has enjoyed a full year of life as a real boy. In honor of this milestone, his creator, Geppetto, crafts a delectable cake for a grand celebration. The surprise visit by Pinocchio's Fairy Godmother, the enchantress who breathed life into the wooden boy, brings news of an important task: delivering a priceless Jewel box to the Mayor. Driven by a yearning for adventure, Pinocchio convinces Geppetto to entrust him with this mission. Accompanied by his self-made glow worm, Willikers, who springs to life amidst the distractions of a mysterious Carnival, Pinocchio sets off for the Mayor's house. Despite stern warnings from Geppetto, the allure of the Carnival proves too strong for Pinocchio, drawing him into a world of intrigue and trickery. Enter Scalawag and Igor, a pair of swindlers who entice unsuspecting visitors with a rigged three-shell game. After a narrow escape from an enraged mob, Scalawag crosses paths with Pinocchio, cunningly trading the Jewel box for a counterfeit ruby. When Geppetto discovers the deceit, he is consumed by anger, prompting Pinocchio to seek solace at the Carnival. There, he is entranced by the star puppet, Twinkle, and captivated by the world of performance. However, the Puppet Master, Puppetino, reveals a sinister side, transforming Pinocchio back into a puppet in a cruel twist of fate. With the aid of Willikers and the Fairy Godmother, Pinocchio escapes the Carnival's clutches, vowing to rescue Twinkle and retrieve the Jewel box. In his quest, Pinocchio confronts Scalawag and Igor, only to learn that the Jewel box has been taken by Puppetino's gang of thieves. Undeterred, Pinocchio resolves to track down the elusive Carnival, and Scalawag, seeking redemption, pledges his assistance. Unknown to Pinocchio, however, Scalawag plans to betray him to Puppetino for a hefty sum of gold. As they venture deeper into the belly of the Carnival, they uncover its true, malevolent nature and the puppet master behind it all - the sinister Emperor of the Night. A thrilling journey, packed with twists and turns, awaits our young hero.

Where to watch Pinocchio and the Emperor of the Night?

Pinocchio and the Emperor of the Night is an adventure movie featuring Liza Minnelli and directed by Hal Sutherland.

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