Nahuel and the Magic Book 2020

Fantasy

Animation

Budget

$2M

Runtime

98 mins

Language

Spanish

Directed by

Germán Acuña

Made by

Formidable Studio

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On a stormy night at sea, Antonio, Jorge Lillo desperately seeks help for his wife Consuelo as she goes into labor aboard a small fishing boat. He passes a locket to her, a precious keepsake, and their child is born just as a spark of hope arrives, sealing a father’s vow to protect his newborn son.

Many years pass, and Nahuel, Consuelo Pizarro as Nahuel, is twelve and still haunted by a fear of the sea. He makes a shaky attempt to reach a tiny boat, but the plan goes wrong when Calfunao and Rorro—two bullies—grab him and drag him toward the water, and he’s dropped from the little ship as he runs. By the time he makes it to the port to see his father, Antonio has handed over coins to buy eggs in the market from Don Simon, though the chase through the stalls leads to a spill as the boy escapes behind a parked truck. A small black cat then appears, swipes the keys he dropped, and leads him to an abandoned house where he discovers Levisterio, a dangerous magical book long guarded by wizards. An old wizard appears, but the cat’s intrusion buys Nahuel a chance to slip away, while unseen watchers circle. The crows, led by Raiquén, Vanesa Silva as Raiquén, fly toward the abandoned island to alert Kalku, a malevolent crow wizard Marcelo Liapiz as Kalku, that the book has been found and could spell disaster for the world.

Back with his father, the tension between duty and danger surfaces when Antonio worries about Nahuel’s future and a possible send-off to Puerto Montt. Nahuel uses Levisterio to conjure a spell that makes a tiny moth grow to a colossal size, its wings beating a path to the window as the book proves to be real. The next day, Antonio heads to work and the two share a fragile moment of connection, just as the sea stirs again. Kalku responds with a storm, and Raiquén’s dark-eyed crows move in to seize the book, unleashing a towering wave that smashes the fishing ship and separates father and son across the sea.

Nahuel is rescued from the chaos by Huenchur and Fresia. Huenchur’s presence offers a glimmer of hope as she explains the book’s true power and that Kalku is behind the threat. Raiquén returns to rally the crow legions, while Huenchur urges Fresia to guide Nahuel toward his father’s location so they can mount a rescue. As night falls, the two women fight off the approaching hunters, giving Nahuel and Fresia a chance to rest. A shared moment of communication follows: Nahuel speaks with Fresia using two stones, and the ancient Nivulu rises to test them. A Ruende, Sebastian Dupont as Ruende, a giant wolf, lunges to strike the Nivulu, forcing the creature back. With courage steadier than fear, Nahuel, Fresia, and their ally set out toward Kalku’s lair to rescue Antonio, determined to conquer Nahuel’s deepest fears along the way.

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Birth during a storm at sea

On a stormy night at sea, Antonio and Consuelo struggle to reach a hospital as waves lash the vessel. In the chaos, Antonio places a locket with his wife for their unborn child. The baby is born on the ship, sealing the family's future amid the tempest.

night stormy sea / aboard fishing ship

Nahuel's first signs of fear

Years pass and Nahuel, now 12, is haunted by a deep fear of the sea. He deliberately tries to board a small boat to prove his courage but fails and retreats, overwhelmed by the waves. The moment marks a growing rift between his bravery and his terror.

several years later harbor / port

Bullies push Nahuel toward the sea

The bullies Calfunao and Rorro corner Nahuel and drag him toward the tiny boat he fears. The plan backfires, and the boy slips from the vessel into the water. He scrambles to shore, shaken and more afraid of the sea than before.

day port / sea

From the port to the market

Back in the port, Nahuel longs to see his father. Antonio is seen handing out coins and telling him to buy eggs in the market. Nahuel buys from Don Simon, hoping for a simple reunion, though the day holds more trouble than warmth.

day port market

Market chase and dropped eggs

The two bullies chase Nahuel through crowded stalls, knocking over wares as they pursue him. The eggs he bought tumble behind a truck and roll away in the chaos. He narrowly escapes through the market crowd, still pursued.

late afternoon port market

A cat, a key, and an abandoned house

Tired and wary, Nahuel rests at a bus stop when a small black cat steals the keys he dropped. The cat leads him through winding streets to an abandoned house, drawn by a mysterious pull. Inside, he senses something powerful and dangerous nearby.

evening bus stop to abandoned house

Levisterio, the magical book

In the dim house, Nahuel discovers Levisterio, a dangerous magical book guarded by an old wizard. The cat approaches the wizard, creating a distraction that allows Nahuel to slip away. A watcher watches the intruder from the shadows as the danger grows.

night abandoned house

Raiquen and Kalku's menacing plan

A flock of crows led by Raiquen heads to the abandoned island to inform Kalku, a malevolent crow wizard. They intend to seize the book and use its power to threaten the world. The plot hinges on controlling Levisterio's power.

soon after abandoned island / crow's domain

Nahuel awakens the power

Nahuel uses Levisterio to cast a gigantic spell that makes a moth grow enormous, proving the book's reality. He pivots to the bravery spell, summoning inner courage to face the looming danger. The magic confirms his fears and his growing resolve to act.

the next day abandoned house

The storm that separates father and son

The next day Kalku unleashes a storm, aided by Raiquen and his crow army. A colossal wave crashes the fishing ship, pulling father and son apart across the sea. Nahuel witnesses his father vanish into the stormy distance.

day sea / fishing ship

Rescue and revelation

Nahuel is found by Huenchur and Fresia during a hunt and brought to safety. Fresia reveals that Kalku has taken Nahuel's father, setting the stage for a rescue mission fueled by hope and the power of the book. The truth steels Nahuel for what lies ahead.

shortly after shore / hunting ground

Plan to rescue the father

Raiquen locates the hut where Kalku's danger lingers and Huenchur urges Fresia to take Nahuel toward the rescue. Huenchur stays behind to fend off pursuit with smoke and defense, buying time for the others. A brief clash ends with the retreat of Kalku's forces.

night hut

Rest, stones, and a guardian spirit

That night, Nahuel and Fresia rest but are ambushed by a magical Nivulu. Nahuel unknowingly uses two stones to speak, and a Ruende, a giant wolf, bites the creature, forcing it to retreat. The trio steels themselves for the journey to rescue his father.

night near hut

A united facing of the quest

With resolve renewed, Nahuel, Fresia, and their allies prepare to confront Kalku and rescue his father. Nahuel confronts his deepest fears as they move toward Kalku's domain, determined to bring their family back together.

imminent Kalku's domain / island

Nahuel and the Magic Book Characters

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Nahuel (Consuelo Pizarro)

A 12-year-old boy who starts off fearful of the sea but is driven by a need to protect his family. His encounter with the Levisterio unlocks dangerous magic, and he must grow braver as he helps plot a rescue mission for his father. Throughout the story, his courage gradually overrides his fear of the deep and the unknown.

🧒 Protagonist 🧭 Bravery

Antonio (Jorge Lillo)

Nahuel’s father, desperate to reach his wife at the hospital while a life is unfolding. He remains resolute and protective, even when circumstances pull him apart from his son at sea. His dedication fuels the urgency of the rescue and the stakes of every decision.

⚓ Father 🛡️ Protector

Kalku (Marcelo Liapiz)

A malevolent crow wizard who intends to unleash the Levisterio’s power to bring about catastrophe. Kalku orchestrates storms, commands crows, and pursues the magical book with relentless pursuit. He embodies the ultimate threat facing Nahuel and his allies.

🪶 Villain

Raiquén (Vanesa Silva)

A cunning crow ally who informs Kalku of opportunities to seize the book. Raiquén moves between the shadows and the storms, playing a key role in the antagonistic forces arrayed against Nahuel. His actions heighten the danger while also driving the plot forward.

🐦 Antagonist

Huenchur (Vanesa Silva)

A resourceful woman who helps Nahuel and Fresia during their perilous quest. She fights to defend them, using cunning and courage to navigate the dangers of the abandoned places. Huenchur’s presence provides crucial aid and a pathway to safety.

🫂 Ally

Ruende (Sebastian Dupont)

A giant wolf whose bravery protects Nahuel in dangerous encounters. Ruende acts as a guardian in the struggle against the dark forces and plays a pivotal role in turning the tide of battle. The beast embodies loyalty and strength in the face of fear.

🐺 Beast

Nahuel and the Magic Book Settings

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Location

The Sea, Port of Puerto Montt, Abandoned Island, Market

The story unfolds along a stormy sea and a bustling coastal town. It moves from the port where a desperate father and mother rush toward a hospital, to an abandoned island where a dangerous magical book lies hidden, and to markets and huts far from the shore. The setting blends maritime life with mysterious, magical dangers that threaten the characters’ world.

🌊 Ocean 🗺️ Coastal town 🏝️ Island ⚓ Maritime

Nahuel and the Magic Book Themes

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Magic & Danger

Magic is a powerful lure and a deadly threat in Nahuel and the Magic Book. The Levisterio book, guarded for decades, draws the protagonists into peril as Kalku seeks to wield it to end the world. Nahuel’s brush with spellwork exposes the thin line between wonder and catastrophe, forcing him to confront the risks of newfound power.

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Journey & Courage

Nahuel’s trek to rescue his father takes him through perilous places and against hostile forces. He confronts bullies, magical adversaries, and the sea itself, learning that true bravery often starts with facing fear. The voyage emphasizes resilience and growth as essential tools for survival.

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Family Bonds

The bond between Nahuel and his father Antonio drives the narrative, with both risking danger to protect each other. The rescue mission tests loyalty, trust, and sacrifice across generations. Family becomes a source of courage that anchors the characters amidst chaos.

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Beasts & Spirits

Creatures like Ruende the giant wolf and the dark forces of Kalku and his crow minions personify Nahuel’s fears and the magical world at large. The battles blend animal ferocity with sorcery, turning internal fear into external trials. The clash of beasts and magic pushes Nahuel toward resilience.

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In a modest coastal fishing town where the sea is both a livelihood and an ever‑present whisper, daily life hums with the rhythm of tides, gulls, and weathered wooden docks. The town’s close‑knit community moves beneath a sky that can turn from serene blue to storm‑laden in moments, giving the setting a palpable mix of warmth and looming mystery. This breezy yet sometimes menacing backdrop frames a story that feels part coming‑of‑age tale and part quiet fantasy, inviting the audience to feel the salt on the skin and the unease that follows.

At the heart of this world lives a twelve‑year‑old boy named Nahuel, whose relationship with the ocean is fraught with a deep, almost visceral fear. Raised by his father, Antonio, a seasoned fisherman who carries the town’s traditions in his calloused hands, Nahuel watches the sea’s power from a distance, longing to step beyond the safety of the shore yet haunted by the unknown that lies beneath. Their bond is tender and layered, offering both a source of comfort and an unspoken pressure for the young boy to confront the water that both sustains and scares him.

One quiet afternoon, while wandering through an abandoned house on the edge of town, Nahuel stumbles upon a strange, leather‑bound volume that seems to pulse with its own quiet energy. The book, hinted to be ancient and magical, promises the possibility of overcoming inner barriers, and its presence quickly becomes a beacon for the curious and the courageous. Yet the very existence of such an artefact does not go unnoticed; whispers speak of a dangerous sorcerer whose interest in the tome could have far‑reaching consequences, and the fragile balance of Nahuel’s world begins to shift.

With the promise of the mysterious volume igniting both hope and apprehension, Nahuel finds himself at the threshold of an unexpected journey—one that will test the limits of his courage, the strength of his family ties, and his willingness to face the sea he has long avoided. The film’s tone balances the wistful nostalgia of a small seaside community with an undercurrent of magical intrigue, inviting viewers to wonder what lies beyond the familiar horizon and how far a young heart will go when called upon to confront both external threats and internal doubts.