Treasure Buddies

Treasure Buddies

Year: 2012

Runtime: 93 mins

Language: English

Director: Robert Vince

AdventureFamily

The Buddies, joined by newcomers Cammy and Babi, race against a cunning cat through an ancient tomb, dodging traps, cracking riddles, and navigating hidden chambers, all while hunting the legendary treasure coveted by all animals. Their daring quest tests friendship and courage as they outwit the cat and uncover secrets within the tomb.

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1

Babi's first crossing with the Buddies

Babi narrates to his nephew Babu about how he first crossed paths with the Buddies, setting a mischievous, adventurous tone for the journey. The tale foreshadows a lasting bond between the streetwise dogs and the humans who will rely on them. The narrator's voice hints at the many escapades to come.

Opening narration Fernfield
2

Tour of the Egyptian exhibit and a family keepsake

Thomas Howard gives his grandson Pete a tour of the Egyptian exhibit, setting the scene for the adventure. The Buddies watch from the wings, and Digger’s bandanna is given to Mudbud, hinting at their shared family history. The stage is set for what’s to come once the expedition begins.

Before departure to Egypt Fernfield
3

Phillip Wellington arrives with Ubasti

A British archaeologist, Phillip Wellington, arrives with his cat Ubasti, claiming to possess the other half of the mysterious dial and insisting on taking Pete on the expedition. He refuses to bring Mudbud due to a cat’s allergies, a hint of the conflicts to come. The tension sets the stakes as the journey heads toward Egypt.

Soon after the exhibit tour Fernfield
4

Buddies stow away aboard the airliner

The Buddies manage a daring stowaway act aboard Phillip’s DC-3 Douglas airliner, slipping into the adventure via a box of TNT. The moment blends humor with suspense as the group surges toward the desert and the tomb that awaits them. The voyage marks a bold new chapter for humans and animals alike.

During flight to Egypt Onboard Phillip’s airliner
5

Arrival in Egypt and new allies

Upon arrival in Egypt, the party meets Phillip’s assistants Tarik and Seti and encounters a young Babi and a camel calf named Cammy. Rosebud promises to help find her mother, adding a personal motivation to the quest. The group begins piecing together clues that point toward Cleocatra’s tomb.

Arrival in Egypt Egypt
6

Phillip’s grave-robbing motive revealed

As they press on, it becomes clear that Phillip plans to rob the tomb for the treasure and then abandon the explorers. The Buddies and their human companions must decide who to trust as danger grows. The expedition becomes a test of courage and loyalty.

Early stage of expedition Egyptian desert camp
7

Balloon chase and a desert storm

Desperate to keep up, the Buddies trail Pete, Thomas, and the others in a hot air balloon. A fierce sandstorm forces them to seek shelter in a cave, which unexpectedly proves to be a secret passage toward the tomb. The mood shifts from playful pursuit to perilous discovery.

Mid-journey Desert
8

Cave traps and Babi’s cowardice

Inside the cave, the team confronts danger and the cobra Slither, a guardian of the tomb. A cowardly moment leaves Babi behind the Buddies, raising the stakes but also giving the team a chance to prove its resilience. They press on through the peril with renewed determination.

Within the cave Secret passage in the tomb’s approach
9

The ascent and a deadly milestone

After hiding from threats, Thomas and Pete uncover a pyramid revealed by the storm and gain entry, navigating a deadly sequence of traps. The peril escalates when Seti loses his life, underscoring the real danger of the tomb. The group pushes forward toward Cleocatra’s tomb, driven by courage and teamwork.

Post-storm ascent Inside the tomb / pyramid
10

The Collar and the cat-war in Cleocatra’s tomb

Inside Cleocatra’s tomb, B-Dawg seizes the Collar of Cleocatra and begins to transform into a cat, ratcheting up the danger as living cat statues attack. The Buddies rally using previously learned traps and ingenuity to fend off the peril. In a tense reversal, B-Dawg removes the collar, and Ubasti seizes it, shifting power once more.

Within the tomb Cleocatra’s tomb
11

Duel, stone, and the escape

Phillip challenges Thomas to a brutal duel as Ubasti’s fate turns when wearing the collar turns her to stone. Pete distracts Phillip by slamming a golden plate into his head, breaking his grip on the relic. Phillip escapes with the collar but is ultimately captured by Nomads and handed over to British Embassy authorities.

Confrontation at tomb and embassy Tomb and later British Embassy
12

Heroes celebrated and the Collar secured

Thomas and Pete are hailed as national heroes alongside the Buddies for their courage and teamwork. The Collar of Cleocatra finds a permanent home on display in Fernfield’s museum, symbolizing the bond between humans and animals. The adventure ends with a display of gratitude and a new chapter for the community.

End / Epilogue Fernfield museum

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