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The Blue Lotus

1991 · 41 min Animation Adventure Crime Mystery TV Movie Action Comedy Family
6.6 / 10 · TMDB

Tintin is visited in India by a Chinese gentleman who brings him a message. Then, an unseen marksman throws a poisonous dart right into his neck. The only clue Tintin receives from the now mad messenger is that there are problems in Shanghai related to a man named Mitsuhirato.

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Original Title Le Lotus bleu
Year 1991
Country Belgium, Canada, France
Genre Animation, Adventure, Crime, Mystery, TV Movie, Action, Comedy, Family
Director Stéphane Bernasconi
Runtime 41 min.
Rating TMDB: 6.6/10 (52 votes)

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The adaptation constructs a classic adventure route, moving from a mysterious assassination attempt to a sprawling conspiracy. Director Stéphane Bern relies on Hergé's recognizable ligne claire style and explores a dynamic shift of locations—from an Indian palace to Shanghai's back alleys.

Those who tire of overly complex plots will find refreshing clarity here: chases on junks, Captain Haddock's bluster, and a conspiracy that feels both intimate and grand. What lingers after the credits is the charm of a well-told, visually coherent caper. — MovieFinder Editorial

Director: Stéphane Bernasconi

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With the family on a cozy sofa, apple juice in hand. Perfect Saturday morning viewing.

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