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The NeverEnding Story II: The Next Chapter streaming

1990 Movie Adventure, Drama, Family Ages 8+
By: George Miller, George T. Miller With: Martin Umbach, Jonathan Brandis, Thomas Hill, John Wesley Shipp, Kenny Morrison

Once again, Bastian is transported to the world of Fantasia which he recently managed to save from destruction. However, the land is now being destroyed by an evil sorceress, Xayide, so he must join up with Atreyu and face the Emptiness once more.

Filmium rating
53%

Mood

Adventure
Adventurous
Fantastical
Fantasy
Inspiring
Whimsical

Cast & Crew

George Miller
George T. Miller
Karin Howard
Michael Ende
John Wesley Shipp
Jonathan Brandis
Clarissa Burt
Kenny Morrison
Alexandra Johnes
Thomas Hill
Martin Umbach

Adaptation

Based On Novel
Michael Ende

Budget

Effects-Heavy
Mid-Budget

Cinematic Technique

Matte Paintings
Model Work
Multi-Camera
Multi-Camera Shooting
Practical Effects

Narrative Structure

Adventure
Fantasy Quest
Sequel

Pace

Adventure-Driven
Adventurous
Dynamic
Fast-Paced
Moderate Pace

Style

Fantasy
Live-Action
Matte Paintings
Spectacular
Visual Effects

Time-Period

1990S

Central Conflict

Defeating Xayide
Good Vs Evil
Internal Struggle
Memory Loss
Restoring Fantasia
Saving Memories

Characters

Atreyu
Bastian Bux
Xayide

Ending

Hopeful
Overcoming Fears
Reunion

Historical Context

1990S

Key Plot Points

Atreyu'S Death
Bastian'S Wishes
Xayide'S Explosion

Plot

Evil Sorceress
Fantasy Adventure
Fantasy Realm
Magical Quest
Quest To Save Fantasia
Self-Discovery

Setting

Fantasia
Fantasy
Ivory Tower
Silver City

Shooting Location

Bavaria Studios
Germany

Theme

Courage
Hope
Imagination
Self-Discovery

Genre

Adventure
Family
Fantasy

Audiences

Children
Families
Family
Young Audiences

Titles

The Neverending Story Ii
The Next Chapter

Box Office Success

Germany Top Film
Over 3 Million Admissions
Us/Canada Gross

Critical Reception

Family-Friendly
Poor Reviews
Special Effects Criticized

Popularity

German Box Office
International Release

Ratings

14% On Rotten Tomatoes
30/100 Metacritic

Reception

Box Office Performance
Box Office Success
Critical Reception
Fantasy Film
Mixed Reviews

Production Countries

Germany
United States

Release Year

1990
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