The Secret of NIMH (1982)

Introduction
"The Secret of NIMH" is a 1982 animated fantasy adventure film directed by Don Bluth. The motion picture focuses on a field mouse named Mrs. Brisby seeking aid from intelligent former laboratory rats to save her ill son Timmy and their house. The movie is mainly based upon Robert C. O'Brien's children's book, "Mrs. Frisby and the Rats of NIMH".

Plot Overview
In "The Secret of NIMH", Mrs. Brisby, a timid widow field mouse, lives in a concrete block with her four kids on the Fitzgibbon's farm. Her youngest child, Timmy, is seriously ill with pneumonia. When it's time to move home for the summer to avoid the raking season, she fears that the journey might be fatal for Timmy.

Desperate to help her child, Mrs. Brisby seeks advice from the great owl, who resides in a close-by forest. The owl recommends that she look for help from a group of smart rats living in a rose bush near her home. These are not regular rats; they escaped from a National Institute of Mental Health's (NIMH) lab after experiencing experiments that significantly increased their intelligence.

The Rats of NIMH
The Brisby household forms a strong relationship with the rats led by Nicodemus and Justin who have an advanced society total with electrical power, elevators, and libraries. It is revealed that Mrs. Brisby's late other half Jonathan was a buddy of the rats and helped them get away from NIMH. In honor of Jonathan, the rats consent to assist Mrs. Brisby by moving her home.

Conflict and Resolution
The plans, however, are interfered with when Jenner, an enthusiastic rat looking for control over the rats' community, murders Nicodemus and attempts to kill Mrs. Brisby. In a final fight, Mrs. Brisby saves her home and children with a wonderful amulet given by Nicodemus, and Jenner is beat by another rat named Justin. In the end, the rats effectively transportation Mrs. Brisby's home to the safe place and leave the farm to find a new home elsewhere to avoid being found by human beings.

Styles and Reception
"The Secret of NIMH" is well known for its gorgeous animation, depth of the storyline, and emotional effect. It questions the ethical treatment of animals, hints at hidden perils of scientific improvement, and emphasizes the power of guts and love in the face of life's difficulties. Although it was not a ticket office success, it received vital honor and has happened considered a classic animated feature.

Conclusion
In clonclusion, "The Secret of NIMH" is an imaginative, dark, and absorbing handle the standard adventure tale with thought-provoking themes. Including resourceful characters and a captivating plotline, this animated movie is a classic reward showing the power of bravery, friendship, and love.

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