Unico: Black Cloud and White Feathers 1979
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- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1979
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 26 minutes
- Release date
- Apr 5, 1979
- Original language
- JA
- Origin
- Japan
- Genres
- Animation, Adventure, Fantasy
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- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 6.8/10 from 11 votes
- Episode runtime
- ~26 minutes
- Status
- Released
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Title: Unico: Black Cloud and White Feathers (also referred to as Kuroi Kumo Shiroi Hane / Black Cloud, White Feather).
Year: 1979.
Release Date (Japan): 04/05/1979.
Genres: Animation, Adventure, Fantasy.
Runtime: 26m.
Director: Toshio Hirata.
Cast: Hiroya Oka, Kyôko Kishida, Minori Matsushima, Junpei Takiguchi.
Nature of film: Ecologically themed pilot film for a proposed anime television series, later released directly to video.
Plot:
Goddess Venus is jealous of human girl Psyche.
Venus blames Psyche's pet unicorn, Unico, for Psyche's good luck.
Unico has the power to make anyone happy (personality or horn).
Venus banishes
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“A gripping exploration of animation and adventure that commands attention through bold storytelling and immersive performances.”
- Masterfully balances sharp character dynamics with escalating narrative tension.
- High production value and confident direction keep each chapter visually arresting.
- Rich thematic depth offers plenty of reward for attentive viewers.
- Deliberate pacing requires patient investment before the overarching mystery unravels.
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Is Unico: Black Cloud and White Feathers worth watching?
Unico: Black Cloud and White Feathers holds a community rating of 6.8/10 based on 11 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Animation, Adventure for fans of the genre.
How long is the movie Unico: Black Cloud and White Feathers and when was it released?
Unico: Black Cloud and White Feathers is a feature film with a runtime of 26 minutes. It was released in 1979. Release status: Released.
Who directed Unico: Black Cloud and White Feathers?
Unico: Black Cloud and White Feathers was directed by Toshio Hirata.
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