About the Film
At the end of 1918 while civil war is raging on in Russia, antagonism is slowly spreading to the East, between the Oral mountains and Shanghai. Stuck between a desire to save what's left of the great Imperial Russia, and starting from a clean slate, old generals, secret organizations, and mercenaries attracted by gold, struggle to take advantage of the events. As Corto Maltese returns to Shanghai, he barely gets time to cross paths with his old friend/nemesis Rasputin, and escape a murder attempt before being contacted by members of a Chinese secret organization called "The Red Lanterns". In the heart of violent Manchurian horizons, Corto and Rasputin launch themselves into a fabulous treasure hunt, following the tracks of the mysterious armor-plated train of Kolchak. A steel monster spiked with canons and machine guns, this trains protects the counter-revolutionaries gold...
✨ The Watchlist Wizard Verdict
The Vibe: Corto Maltese: The Secret Court of the Arcane is a emotionally complex and thought-provoking drama and animation and history movie from 2002. Directed by Pascal Morelli, and starring Richard Berry, Patrick Bouchitey, Barbara Schulz At the end of 1918 while civil war is raging on in Russia, antagonism is slowly spreading to the East, between the Oral mountains and Shanghai.
Fan Reception: While holding a polarized score of 6.5/10, Corto Maltese: The Secret Court of the Arcane retains a dedicated audience who appreciate its unique premise and stylistic choices.
Who Should Watch It: Highly recommended for viewers who appreciate deep character studies and powerful performances. If you enjoy movies that blends drama with animation elements, Corto Maltese: The Secret Court of the Arcane deserves a spot on your watchlist.
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