Peter in Magicland

Peter in Magicland

Year: 1990

Runtime: 80 mins

Language: German

Director: Wolfgang Urchs

AnimationFamily

After Sumsemann the beetle loses one of his arms to a troll, he invites brother and sister Peterchen and Annaliese to join him on a journey to the moon in a quest to retrieve his lost arm. Together they travel through whimsical realms, guided by hope and determination, seeking the moonlit remedy.

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Timeline & Setting – Peter in Magicland (1990)

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Time period

One night

The events unfold over a single night, mixing bedtime realism with a vivid, fantastical voyage. The story moves through diverse magical locations in a continuous night of adventure. The wake-up moment at the end suggests the journey may be a dream that began in the siblings' room.

Location

Bedroom, Milky Way, Night Fairy's Castle, Moon, Christmas Kingdom, Easter Nest

The journey begins in the children's bedroom and expands into a dreamlike voyage across the Milky Way. It traverses magical realms including the Night Fairy's castle, the Christmas Kingdom, and the Easter Nest as stops on the way to the Moon. The Moon serves as the central destination where the beetle's leg is restored, with the Great Bear offering aid along the path.

🎭 Setting 🗺️ Fantasy

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Main Characters – Peter in Magicland (1990)

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Peterchen (Peter) – André Schmidtsdorf

Peterchen is a brave, curious boy who volunteers to help the beetle recover his leg. He learns to fly with instruction from three flight-commission beetles and shows leadership on the journey. His quick thinking and willingness to take action keep the quest moving forward alongside his sister.

🧭 Adventure 👦 Hero 🗺️ Exploration

Anneliese (Annabelle) – Nathalie Del Castillo

Annabelle is Peterchen's sister, brave and compassionate. She supports her brother, keeps morale high, and demonstrates resourcefulness when they face obstacles. Her empathy helps gather allies and navigate tricky situations during the voyage.

👧 Heroine 🧭 Support 🤝 Partnership

Mr. Buzzworthy

Mr. Buzzworthy is a beetle descendant who longs to recover his long-lost sixth leg. His tale motivates the children to embark on the quest, and he remains hopeful as the journey unfolds. His gratitude grows when his leg is finally reattached.

🐞 Beetle 🧭 Quest

Sandmann – Friedrich W. Bauschulte

Sandmann is the Sleep Wizard who guides the children toward the Night Fairy's castle. He provides direction and helps them navigate the path to their goals, acting as a steady mentor through the dangers they face.

🪄 Mentor 🌙 Sleep

Night Fairy

The Night Fairy banishes the woodcutter to the Moon to punish him and later provides aid to the children on their journey. She embodies magic and wonder, offering guidance to help them reach their destination if they show courage.

🧚 Fairy ✨ Helper

Großer Bär (Great Bear) – Bill Ramsey

The Great Bear is a powerful, protective ally who assists the children on their path to the Moon. His strength and steadfastness help them overcome obstacles and keep moving toward their goal.

🐻 Protector 🛡️ Ally

Moon Man

Moon Man is the antagonist they encounter on the Moon, who is eventually frozen by the Makers. He attacks after the sun rises, but the group escapes by flying into a chimney as the dream resolves back to reality.

🌙 Antagonist ❄️ Freeze

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Major Themes – Peter in Magicland (1990)

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🌟 Courage

Peter and Annabelle confront dangerous environments and supernatural obstacles on their quest. They exhibit bravery by continuing forward, even when fear arises, relying on each other and their mentors. True courage is shown through action and perseverance in the face of danger. The Makers emphasize that courage must be proven, not merely claimed.

🤝 Friendship

The journey hinges on teamwork between the siblings and their unlikely allies. Peter and Annabelle support Mr. Buzzworthy, and the Bear and Sandman assist them when needed. Mutual trust helps them navigate challenges and keep hope alive. Their bond proves essential to overcoming the Moon Man and reaching their goal.

✨ Imagination

The entire adventure is rooted in imaginative, fantastical realms born from a dreamlike sequence. Magical beings like the Night Fairy, Sandman, and the Makers transform ordinary bedtime into a landscape of wonder. The story celebrates whimsy and creativity as engines for problem-solving. The dreamlike structure invites a sense of possibility that transcends everyday life.

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