Fans of the acclaimed film The Neverending Story can rejoice: in 2025, the legendary saga returns in a new form with an ambitious and breathtaking film adaptation. This new version promises to revive the magic of the original work while offering modern visuals and a new lease of life to reach a generation of viewers while seducing nostalgics.
The story begins as in the 1984 classic, with a young boy named Bastian Balthazar Bux, a lonely dreamer and book lover. One day, he comes across a mysterious book, The Neverending Story, which seems to read and rewrite itself before his eyes. As he reads, he delves into the fantastical realm of Atreyu, a courageous warrior tasked with saving the Empire of Fantasy, threatened by the evil force of the Void. But as Bastian uncovers the secrets of the book, he realizes that his destiny is intrinsically linked to that of Fantasy. His own power to read becomes the key to saving this magical world… or condemning it to extinction.
The trailer for this new version of The Neverending Story begins in a modern setting: a slightly older Bastian, played by an up-and-coming actor, strolling through a dusty bookstore, his eyes twinkling at the sight of an old book. The narrator’s irresistible voiceover, full of mystery, intones the first words of the story: “There is a book… a book that speaks to you…”
The camera follows Bastian who, under the influence of the book, enters into an adventure where the boundary between reality and imagination gradually dissolves. We see spectacular scenes: Atreyu riding his fairy horse, the vastness of the Void desert, and the ever-present threat of the dragon Morla. The majestic dragon Falkor flies through awe-inspiring landscapes, and the Temple of Ulfer, a sacred place of Fantasy, stands in the background in a golden light, promising Bastian life-changing revelations.
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The special effects, impressive for the modern era, immerse viewers in a vibrant and fantastical world, while retaining the essence of the 1984 film. The soundtrack, haunting and magical, accompanies each key moment of the adventure, amplifying the sense of danger and wonder. Images of mythological creatures, epic fights and inner battles follow one another, suggesting that this adventure is not only playing out in an imaginary world, but in Bastian’s very soul.
As the trailer progresses, we discover that the film highlights Bastian’s inner struggle: should he continue to flee into the imagination or face his own fears in reality? The fundamental question, still relevant today, resonates in the air: how far are we prepared to go to protect what we cherish?