Porco Rosso is a captivating tale set in the Adriatic Sea during the interwar period, following Marco Pagot, a former World War I pilot cursed to live as a pig. Known as "Porco Rosso," he becomes a skilled bounty hunter, taking down air pirates and living a secluded life. His only meaningful connection is with Gina, a singer who owns a serene hotel that serves as a meeting place for pilots and adventurers.
Porco’s quiet existence is disrupted when his aging airplane begins to malfunction, forcing him to seek repairs. Along the way, he encounters Donald Curtis, a brash American pilot with dreams of fame. Their rivalry sets the stage for high-flying confrontations, pushing Porco to face his past and seek help from unexpected allies, including Fio Piccolo, a young and gifted engineer eager to prove her skills.
Filled with stunning aerial battles, heartfelt moments, and a touch of humor, Porco Rosso blends adventure and introspection. The film reflects on themes of courage, identity, and the impact of war, brought to life through Hayao Miyazaki’s masterful storytelling and Studio Ghibli’s breathtaking animation.
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Studio Ghibli
Year Manufactured: 1992
Item Weight: 0.25 pounds
Item UPC: 826663181487
After a curse turned him into a pig, World War I ace Marco Pagot becomes Porco Rosso, a mysterious bounty hunter who takes down sky pirates in the Adriatic Sea. He whiles away his days on a secluded island, rarely leaving other than to collect bounties or to visit the beautiful Gina, a songstress and owner of the Hotel Adriano.
One day, while traveling to fix his faulty engine, Porco Rosso is gunned down by a young American hotshot named Donald Curtis. Thrilled at the possibility of fame, Donald boldly declares that the flying pig is dead. Not wanting to disappoint Gina, Porco Rosso flees to the famous Piccolo S.P.A. airplane company and takes out a massive loan in order to repair and improve his fighter plane. There, he is surprised to find that the chief engineer of Piccolo S.P.A. is the 17-year-old Fio Piccolo, who hungers for a chance to prove herself. With Fio's improvements, Porco Rosso prepares to challenge Donald officially and regain his honor.