Product: The Last Unicorn [VHS] (1982)
Rating: 5.0
No mistaking this classic!
This is an incredibly strong, beautiful and entertaining movie if you can get past the dated animation, which I think actually adds something to the feel of the whole thing.The last of the unicorns is told that the rest of her kind were herded into captivity a flaming beast called the Red Bull. She begins alone on her quest to rescue the rest of her kind, having to leave the safety of her wood (where she can not be killed) and is joined in time by a hapless wizzard/jest, a strong willed woman and a warrior prince.The story is wonderfully told and the actors use their voices well to compliment what is a most beautiful dialogue. It is further enhanced by exquisitly crafted songs with strong melodies and vivid lyrics to match. It all adds up to a wonderful, moving and memorable experience.In my humble opinion - there's no mistaking this as a family classic. In the words of King Haggard:"I know you! I almost knew you as soon as I saw you coming on the road, with your cook and your clown; since then, there is no movement of yours that has not betrayed you! A pace, a glance, a turn of the head, the flash of your throat as you breathe, even your way of standing perfectly still, they were all my spies!"