Birdboy: The Forgotten Children

Birdboy: The Forgotten Children

Year: 2017

Runtime: 76 min

Language: Spanish

Directors: Alberto Vázquez, Pedro Rivero

Sci-FiDramaHorrorAnimation

In a desolate, post-apocalyptic world, teenager Dinky and her friends plot a risky journey from their isolated island home, hoping to find a better life. Simultaneously, Birdboy struggles with inner demons and evades relentless police, concealing a profound secret that could transform their broken world. His past and the truth he holds are intrinsically linked to Dinky’s future, as they navigate a dangerous landscape filled with uncertainty and peril.

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1

Transformation of the Island

Once a thriving fishing community, the island's environment drastically deteriorated due to the construction of a factory. The transformation was so severe that it resulted in widespread devastation, including the loss of the fish population and the conversion of vast areas into a landfill.

Island
2

Catastrophic Explosion

The factory experienced a catastrophic explosion, which sent shockwaves throughout the community. This event marked the beginning of a series of tragedies that would change the lives of the islanders forever.

Factory
3

Birdman's Struggle

In the aftermath of the explosion, Birdman began to mysteriously soar through the skies, carrying a satchel that raised suspicion among the police. Unbeknownst to them, the satchel contained glowing golden acorns, and they mistakenly suspected him of drug trafficking before ultimately shooting him down.

Island
4

The Dark Demon Within

As a result of the explosion's chaos, Birdboy became trapped by a dark, crow-like demon, leading him into isolation. He struggled to control this inner demon, which compelled him to resort to drugs provided by Zachariah, complicating his already difficult life.

Island
5

Dinki's Bond with Birdboy

Dinki, a young mouse, developed a strong bond with Birdboy, even as he pushed her away due to his inner turmoil. This relationship became pivotal as Dinki tried to help Birdboy confront the darkness within him, despite the dangers involved.

Island
6

Police Pursuit

The police intensified their search for Birdboy, wrongly suspecting him of drug distribution. Despite being shot multiple times during their attempts to capture him, Birdboy always found refuge in his secret grotto, a magical sanctuary for healing.

Grotto
7

Dinki's Rebellion

Living under the strict rules of her Christian fundamentalist family, Dinki decided to escape the island with her friends. Together with Sandra and Little Fox, they began saving coins to fund their trip to the city, driven by dreams of a better life.

Dinki's Home
8

The Robbery Plan

In a desperate attempt to gather enough money for their escape, Dinki and her friends plotted to rob Zachariah's home. Unbeknownst to them, Zachariah had his own reasons for hoarding money, complicating their encounter.

Zachariah's Home
9

Confrontation with the Spider Demon

Upon breaking into Zachariah's home, the children faced a monstrous spider demon that was a manifestation of Zachariah's mother's addiction. They managed to escape with the money after a fierce confrontation, despite the dangers posed by the demon.

Zachariah's Home
10

The Deal with Uncle Klauss

In the landfill, the children sought assistance from Uncle Klauss, who dealt in illicit goods. Unfortunately, their only acquisition was an oversized inflatable duck, which they hoped would be their means of escape, symbolizing their struggle against the odds.

Landfill
11

Rage Unleashed

When Zachariah's parrot informed Birdboy of the children's capture by the Forgotten Children, he succumbed to rage. This allowed the demon within him to take control, transforming him into a massive, fire-breathing raptor, which he used to free the children.

Forgotten Children's Settlement
12

The Joy of Freedom

Once freed, Dinki found Birdboy in his original form and confessed her love for him. Encouraged by her words, Birdboy agreed to help the children escape from the island as they set out on their inflatable duck.

Island
13

The Storm Hits

As the children floated on the inflatable duck, a violent storm struck, capsizing their makeshift vessel. The chaos caught the attention of the police, who fired shots in a desperate attempt to capture Birdboy, once again putting him in danger.

Ocean
14

A Desperate Rescue

Zachariah braved the storm and used his fishing boat to rescue the children, bringing them back to safety on the island. However, the ordeal took a toll on them, marking a profound moment in their journey of survival.

Ocean
15

Discovery of the Golden Acorns

Later, while fishing, Zachariah found a gravely weakened Birdboy in the ocean. In a miraculous moment, a glowing bug emerged from Birdboy's being, leading Dinki to discover the golden acorns, which held the potential to rejuvenate their dying island.

Ocean / Dinki's Room

Last Updated: November 15, 2024 at 19:47

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