# The NeverEnding Story III (1994)

> A bullied boy must reclaim a powerful storybook from school troublemakers before their reckless wishes unravel Fantasia and his family life.

Canonical page: https://ember.film/movie/16837

## Facts

- Runtime: 95 min
- Genres: Family, Fantasy, Adventure, Comedy
- Director: Peter MacDonald
- Cast: Jason James Richter, Melody Kay, Jack Black, Ryan Bollman, Freddie Jones, Julie Cox, William Hootkins, Tony Robinson
- TMDB rating: 4.5/10
- IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0110647/

## Ember's analysis

- Pacing: brisk
- Intensity: mild
- Complexity: accessible
- Violence: none
- Mood: playful, whimsical, comic, family movie night, children's fantasy marathon

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