Freedom Force (2012)

Movie Overview
"Freedom Force" (likewise known as "The Illusionauts") is a sci-fi animated movie released in 2012, directed by Eduardo Schuldt, and including Christopher Collet, Marc Thompson, and Larissa Murray among the voice stars. The plot is mainly based upon Jules Verne's legendary adventures, blending fantasy with sci-fi components and a dash of humor.

Plot Summary
The film starts with the intro of the main characters - Frisbee, Nico, Sarah, and Justine. Each character possesses a distinct power associated to their character - Nico can outrun a bullet, Sarah can make items move like a knowledgeable telekinetic, Frisbee can freeze time, and Justine has the power to manage her dreams, allowing her to create effective illusions which can be used to deceive or puzzle others.

The foursome is typically taken part in minor mischiefs and explore their powers. Nevertheless, whatever changes when they discover an uncommon, ancient magical artifact at an archeological site. This artifact has a magical connection to the well-known sci-fi author Jules Verne. Suddenly, Verne's imaginary characters come to life, triggering havoc and horror in the real life. Captain Nemo, Phileas Fogg, and Professor Lidenbrock are some of the iconic figures from Verne's books who come alive.

Dispute and Adventure
As soon as these imaginary characters get into the real life, the lead characters, directed by an old astronomer, start a mission to fight the imaginary characters and conserve the world. Their task is to venture into the world of fiction, meeting an overwelming range of characters from Verne's universe.

They need to face Captain Nemo and his deadly sea monster from "20,000 Leagues Under the Sea", evade the destructive rage of the terrifying "Journey to the Center of the Earth" dinosaurs, and outwit Phileas Fogg's manipulative shenanigans from "Around the World in Eighty Days". The ill-prepared group of teens should utilize their special capabilities and obtained knowledge from Jules Verne's books to relegate each character back to their particular books.

Conclusion and Resolution
In the process, the group learns the worth of team effort, bravery, and remaining calm in the face of adversity. They manage to put each of Verne's characters back in their respective stories, bring back peace and consistency in the real life.

After this adventure, the teens use their powers responsibly, recognizing the possible risks and damage they might cause if misused. They likewise gain a newfound respect for literature and the power of narrative, having seen firsthand the effect of Jules Verne's incredible creativity.

Important Reception and Influence
While the animation of "Freedom Force" is not first-class by Hollywood requirements, the plot and concept are distinct, making it an adventurous trip for viewers, especially kids. The movie received blended reviews after its release. Numerous applauded it for its imagination and ingenious mix of literary classics and sci-fi, while others felt that the animation quality and character development might have been better.

Regardless of these criticisms, "Freedom Force" works as an amusing initiation into the world of Jules Verne, one of the starting dads of science fiction literature. The film integrates components of fantasy, adventure, and science fiction to produce a distinct story that showcases the timeless importance of classic literature even in modern times.

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