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Movie poster: Pokémon Chronicles: The Legend of Thunder! (2001)
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Pokémon Chronicles: The Legend of Thunder!

2001 · 69 min Animation Fantasy Adventure TV Movie
5.8 / 10 · TMDB

A lone trainer on a windswept plateau. Ash Ketchum’s quest for the legendary Pokémon Raikou becomes a race against the ruthless scientist, Professor Krane, who seeks to capture its immense power for himself. This 2001 animated TV movie weaves a classic tale of adventure and fantasy, pitting respect for nature against cold ambition. The chase leads from ancient ruins to stormy cliffs, where the bond between trainer and Pokémon faces its ultimate test against a formidable, mechanized threat.

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📋 Film Details

Original Title ポケットモンスタークリスタル・ライコウ 雷の伝説
Year 2001
Country Japan
Genre Animation, Fantasy, Adventure, TV Movie
Director Kunihiko Yuyama
Runtime 69 min.
Rating TMDB: 5.8/10 (18 votes)

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🎬 MovieFinder's Take

The director's approach in this animated piece focuses on a brisk journey, with nocturnal landscapes and a tense chase fostering a sense of perpetual motion. The plot centers on the clash between earnest intent and scientific ambition.

It suits series fans looking for a straightforward yet engaging fantasy-tinged tale. Viewers will feel nostalgia for early Pokémon adventures and the thrill of encountering a legend. — MovieFinder Editorial

Director: Kunihiko Yuyama

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