Unicorn Wars

As one reviewer here on IMDB put it, 'Unicorn Wars' is what happens when Care Bears meet 'Full Metal Jacket'. But it is more than just that. The art style is beautiful at times and you really have to admire the director's and writer's, who happens to be the same man called Alberto Vázquez, creativity.

There is not much to add here besides what I said in the introduction. I am excited to see more films based on this style and direction so Alberto Vázquez, if you are reading this, por favor haz más películas como esta.

This adult animated Spanish film is way better than I ever expected it to be at first glance. I particularly liked the ending but it is definitely worth checking out for the beautiful animation alone.

This movie addresses serious and dark topics in much depth: the war against the unicorns is partially used as a pretext to explore the relationship between two brothers, and along the way we are going to see the toxic envy that Azulin developed towards Gordi. It is an interesting plot line that was wonderfully integrated in the script. "Unicorn Wars" is showing the horror of the battlefield and it does not shy away in displaying a lot of gore in a pretty detailed way. It is clear that the director wanted to denounce many different elements directly connected to wars, worsening an already dramatic situation. Starting with the abuse of drugs that put soldiers in dangerous situations, the PTSD caused by certain events, the incredible power of the Church in brainwashing people, in order to convince them to fight for "noble" causes, twisting the reality. Hence, this is a movie that is full of symbolism, especially towards the end and I believe that more than one viewing is necessary to fully understand all the messages that Alberto Vázquez wanted to transmit to his audience.

Overall, this is a movie that feels narratively equilibrated, as the story progression is dynamic and does not bore. However, I feel that certain aspects of the story were a bit rushed. I believe that screenwriters could have provided more details related to the lore, establishing the context better. The animation is good, and I liked this oxymoron between the colorful, cute drawings and the seriousness of the story. I think it worked greatly. As a European, I am glad that the Council approved and financed the project. I believe that it is a great anti-war production that can be very educational. It deserves a rate of 7.5.

Unicorn Wars is an animated film that really caught my attention with its striking visuals and darker take on fantasy. The story is set in a divided world where bears and unicorns are at odds, and we follow a group of bear soldiers on a dangerous mission into the enchanted forest. What's interesting is how the film balances beauty with brutality - the forest is magical but also full of harsh realities.

The animation style stands out - it mixes classic hand-drawn techniques with some experimental visuals, which gives the movie a unique look that fits its mature themes. Speaking of themes, Unicorn Wars doesn't shy away from exploring heavy topics like war, nature, and the blurry lines between good and evil. It's definitely meant for adults who can appreciate something more complex than your usual animated story.

While the main plot revolves around the conflict between bears and unicorns, I appreciated how the film took time to develop its characters and their complicated relationships. It's not just about the battle; it's about what's happening beneath the surface.

Overall, I'd give it a solid 7 out of 10. It's not perfect, but it's thought-provoking and visually impressive - definitely worth a watch if you're into darker, more mature animation.

Think about something like "Care Bears" but with a direct and unfiltered anti-war message that feels as honest as it can possibly get. If you can get on board with this idea, you're in for a good time.

While it is true that the movie suffers a few problems when it comes to pacing and tonal shifts, I can honestly say that this has been an incredibly fun and fascinating experience.

I also feel obliged to say this: Unicorn Wars is an incredibly well animated movie!

It has some of the best animated sequences I've seen in years, and I wouldn't be surprised if future animation teachers start using this movie as a reference for their assignments.

Before saying more, warning : this very very VERY NOT for children!

I don't ever write reviews, but this one has so few views that I feel I should contribute.

I'll try to not spoil it for you.

Visually beautiful animation, real eye candy. I'm not familiar with Spanish animation so really didn't know what to expect, but this is comparable with Japanese animation, visual and content wise, excellent.

It's not just Full Metal Jacket meets Care bears, it's much more.

It's very deep and very disturbing story which takes ideas from before mentioned Full Metal Jacket, Trainspotting, Apocalypse Now, Requiem for a dream, Mother!, Dark Knight(?) etc., books East of Eden, 1984 (two minute hate), from Tolkien (mystical nature and creatures, silently lurking evil) and from Bible (Cain and Abel, Genesis...) and packs it into beautiful and unimaginably brutal Care bear world.

It packs so many distilled dark and disturbing ideas into one pot, then softens it and dissolute them with beauty and goodness, but not in a bad way, just enough to be digestible and lets it slowly cook... Until in the end we get meal which lets us taste that all of those atrocities and all of that good and beautiful in the end makes ourselves... and monkeys worship and follow...

Definitive recommendation, but you got to have mind and stomach for it.