Tintin and the Prisoners of the Sun is an animated movie that is based on the comic book series, The Adventures of Tintin, by Belgian cartoonist Hergé. The movie is directed by Stéphane Bernasconi and was released in 1992. The story begins with Tintin, a young journalist, and his loyal dog Snowy investigating a case that involves a missing explorer named Pacheco. After multiple attempts on his life, Tintin discovers that Pacheco was on an expedition in Peru and sets out to find him.
Tintin is joined by his friend Captain Haddock, as they embark on an adventure that takes them through the Andes Mountains and into the heart of the Inca Empire. The journey is filled with danger, as they encounter bandits, treacherous terrain and the ancient curse of the Incas.
Along the way, Tintin and Haddock meet a young Inca prince named Zorrino, who has been crowned the new Sun God by his people. However, the Inca High Priest, Rascacapac, believes that Zorrino is an imposter and sends his men to capture him.
Tintin and Haddock decide to help Zorrino and the Inca people, who are being oppressed by Rascacapac and his army. They team up with a group of rebels and together, they plan to rescue Zorrino and restore peace to the land.
As they journey deeper into the Inca Empire, they learn about the legend of the Prisoners of the Sun, a group of Inca leaders who were buried alive with their treasures to protect them from the Spanish conquistadors. Tintin and Haddock must solve the mystery of the Prisoners of the Sun before they can complete their mission.
Tintin and the Prisoners of the Sun is a thrilling adventure movie that is filled with action, humor and suspense. The animation is beautifully done and captures the spirit of the original comic book series. The voice acting is top-notch, with actors like Colin O'Meara and David Fox reprising their roles as Tintin and Captain Haddock respectively.
The movie also features an iconic musical score by composer Ray Parker, which adds to the excitement and drama of the story. The songs are memorable and catchy, with lyrics that reflect the themes of the movie.
Overall, Tintin and the Prisoners of the Sun is a must-see movie for fans of the comic book series and for anyone who loves a good adventure story. The characters are well-developed and the plot is engaging, with plenty of twists and turns to keep you on the edge of your seat.
Tintin and the Prisoners of the Sun is a 2019 animated movie with a runtime of 76 hours.
