Nocturna

Nocturna

Year: 2007

Runtime: 83 mins

Language: English

Directors: Víctor Maldonado, Adrià García

AnimationFamily

Tim, an orphan terrified of darkness, watches the sky dim as the stars vanish. Guided by the mysterious Cat Shepherd, he ventures into the hidden realm of night, meeting strange nocturnal beings and gradually confronting his fear, discovering wonder in the darkness.

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1

Tim's fear of the dark and secret star-gazing

Tim is a young boy living in a dilapidated orphanage who is bullied for his fear of the dark. At night, he sneaks onto the roof to gaze at the stars, hoping the quiet sky will comfort him.

Night Dilapidated orphanage rooftop
2

Basement rescue blocked and doorknob stolen

When Tim is too afraid to retrieve a ball from the basement, the other children retaliate by stealing the doorknob he uses to access the roof, forcing Tim to find another route.

Night Orphanage basement
3

New route to the roof and the missing star

He eventually finds another route to the rooftop. Upon reaching it, he discovers that his favorite star has disappeared.

Night Orphanage rooftop
4

Meeting the Cat Shepherd

Shortly after the star disappears, Tim meets a large ape-like figure called the Cat Shepherd who herds cats to protect children. The mysterious guardian offers guidance and companionship.

Night Nocturna
5

Tobermory becomes Tim's guardian

A narcoleptic cat named Tobermory becomes Tim's personal guardian. The unlikely duo offers protection as they venture into the night.

Night Nocturna
6

Seeking answers about the missing stars

Tim convinces the Cat Shepherd to help uncover why the stars are disappearing and what's happening in the night sky. Together they begin to search for answers beyond the orphanage walls.

Night Nocturna
7

Journey to Moka, guardian of the night

The Cat Shepherd leads Tim to Moka, the guardian of the night within the Night World. Tim pleads for the stars to be returned.

Night Night World
8

Moka's indifference and the Lighthouse plan

Moka pays little attention to Tim's pleas. Tim asks the Cat Shepherd to take him to the Lighthouse of the Stars to find answers.

Night Night World
9

Racing through Nocturna against The Darkness

Tim, the Cat Shepherd, and Tobermory race through the streets of Nocturna. The Darkness threatens the night by causing restlessness and nightmares in children.

Night Nocturna
10

The Darkness born from Tim's fear

During the chase, Tim uncovers that The Darkness was created by his own fear of the dark. The revelation reframes his mission and his courage.

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11

Confronting The Darkness

Tim deliberately lures The Darkness to himself, using his fear as a lure. This controlled confrontation tests his courage.

Night Nocturna
12

Defeating The Darkness and restoring the night

Tim overcomes his fear and defeats The Darkness. He saves Nocturna by restoring the stars to the night.

Night Nocturna
13

Ball retrieved and friendship resumes

The next day, Tim retrieves the ball from the basement. His friends are impressed by his bravery and invite him back to play.

Next day Orphanage basement

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