Pokémon the Movie: Diancie and the Cocoon of Destruction (2014)
Monday, February 16, 2015
Diancie and the Cocoon of Destruction (2014) Poster
Japanese title: ポケモン・ザ・ムービーXY 「破壊の繭とディアンシー」
(Pokemon Za Mūbī Ekkusu Wai Hakai no Mayu to Dianshī)
Other title: Pokémon the Movie XY 破壞之繭與蒂安希,
파괴의 포켓몬과 디안시, รังไหมแห่งการทำลายกับเดียนซี่,
Pokémon, le Film: Diancie et le Cocon de l'Annihilation,
Il film Pokémon: Diancie e il bozzolo della distruzione.
Comments on Movie: Diancie and the Cocoon of Destruction (2014)
"A tale of friendship which children and adults alike will all enjoy; it's well worth watching and it really shouldn't be passed up." - Nic Bunce, Continue Play.
"This is definitely a must-see movie." - Alice S., Rosalys.net.
"The film is too short to really contain the content within it so bits and pieces are filled with lost potential." - DReager1, DReager1's Blog.
"The most kawaii Pokémon film ever! Dark yet uplifting due to the powerful characters, beautiful friendship and a very gentle ending!" - Rosalyn Lim.
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Diancie and the Cocoon of Destruction (2014) Trailer
Diancie and the Cocoon of Destruction (2014) at a glance
Diancie and the Cocoon of Destruction (2014) is the seventeenth theatrical release of Pokémon. Directed by Kunihiko Yuyama, it the first Pokémon XY movie. The animated feature features Diancie, a Mythical Pokémon Princess and the Legendary Pokémon mascots of Pokémon X and Y; Xerneas, the Life Pokémon and Yveltal, the Destruction Pokémon.
Diancie and the Cocoon of Destruction (2014) Synopsis
Get ready for another amazing movie experience in Pokémon the Movie: Diancie and the Cocoon of Destruction. In the underground Diamond Domain, where many Carbink live, the Mythical Pokémon Diancie serves as ruler. The Heart Diamond that sustains the land is beginning to fall apart, and Diancie is not yet strong enough to create a new one. While seeking help from the Legendary Pokémon Xerneas, Diancie encounters a group of thieves who want to take control of its diamond-producing power—and who awaken the Legendary Pokémon Yveltal from its cocoon in the process! Can Ash and his friends help Diancie discover its true power, stop Yveltal's rampage, and save the Diamond Domain?
Movie Review: Diancie and the Cocoon of Destruction (2014)
Pikachu, Dedenne, Klefki, Fennekin, Chespin, Froakie and Hawlucha.
Pikachu, What's This Key? is the accompanying Pikachu short for the seventeenth theatrical film by Pokémon and it features a world that is incredibly interesting with boundless potentials. Though I am not that fond of Klefki as it strangely creeps me out, this Pikachu short is quite entertaining and pleasant to watch as there are many other endearing Pokémon including previous generations' legendary Pokémon such as Darkrai, Jirachi and Manaphy! So, this is easily one of my favorite Pikachu short for being awesome! (and super cute!)
Diancie, Ash, Pikachu, Serena, Clemont, Bonnie and Dedenne.
Let's go into the movie review now. Diancie and the Cocoon of Destruction (2014) has better plot, villains and characters compared to most of the previous Pokémon films. Beautifully animated, what's most pleasant about this animated feature is that there are no more pointless just-there-to-be-there supporting characters and the new travelling companion characters are much more interesting and endearing!
Xerneas, the life Pokémon.
Then, there are more villains in this one as well. In fact, it has the most villains by far. Some may find this overwhelming but I find this great! Finally, a typical villain's pursuit of legendary Pokémon makes sense; a lot of villains are after Diancie here because mythical or legendary Pokémon are supposed to be well-known by many! Those creatures aren't supposed to be something so exclusive to the featured villain to the extend that no one else in the entire Pokémon Universe knows about it so in this case, there are four parties which is great!
There are also more mega evolved Pokémon showcased in Diancie and the Cocoon of Destruction (2014) which is nice. It is fun to see how much Pokémon has evolved over the years. Unfortunately, legendary Pokémon Xerneas and Yveltal are only briefly featured. They are still powerful here in their own ways but I guess this animated feature is ultimately all about Diancie. Those who love these two legendary Pokémon may be delighted to watch them coming to life in animation but they may be disappointed as well since these two are just a minor character with not much story; with one giving life and the other doing destruction.
Diancie makes Heart Diamond!
The shiniest part of all, is surely Diancie's scenes. It is a Pokémon Princess, made of diamond and can make diamonds too. She is so pretty, princessy and pinkish! Her charming and adorable personality can be amusing at times but she is always in trouble so too bad she is made a damsel in distress here. Still, there is a great friendship story between the characters, some feminine cosplay for a bit and unexpected turns of situations thus overall Diancie and the Cocoon of Destruction (2014) is an enjoyable one and it is certainly the most kawaii Pokémon film ever!
Yveltal, the destruction Pokémon.
As a conclusion, the beautifully animated Diancie and the Cocoon of Destruction (2014) is not perfect but as a whole, the animated feature is certainly better than many of the previous Pokémon films in many aspects. It can also be dark yet uplifting due to the powerful characters, beautiful friendship and a very gentle ending!
There are six generations of Pokémon to-date and this one is a great start for the sixth generation films! Hopefully, the performance of the next Pokémon films will not go downhill again but it is quite unlikely since the new Pokémon XY series seems to be promising!
PS. There is this Shellder Tent I spotted in the animated feature, it is super kawaii too!!
There are six generations of Pokémon to-date and this one is a great start for the sixth generation films! Hopefully, the performance of the next Pokémon films will not go downhill again but it is quite unlikely since the new Pokémon XY series seems to be promising!
PS. There is this Shellder Tent I spotted in the animated feature, it is super kawaii too!!
Finally, Pokémon Movie Marathon has ended, for now. If you want to read more, I have several articles related to the upcoming movie on Moviepilot so do check them out!
Movie Ratings
Will write a page regarding this and add this to all animated feature entries in the future.
Pokémon fans especially those who love the Pokémon XY series and the featured Pokémon Diancie, Xerneas and Yveltal!
Details of the movie
Director: Kunihiko Yuyama
Producer: Takemoto Mori, Choji Yoshikawa, Yukio Kawasaki, Junya Okamoto, Koichi Kawase
Story: Satoshi Tajiri, Ken Sugimori, Junichi Masuda
Screenplay: Hideki Sonoda
Cinematography: Tatsumi Yukiwaki
Music: Shinji Miyazaki
Studio: OLM, Inc.
Starring: Rica Matsumoto, Yūki Kaji, Mariya Ise, Mayuki Makiguchi, Megumi Hayashibara, Shin-ichiro Miki, Inuko Inuyama, Unsho Ishizuka, Ikue Ōtani
Full Credit: [IMDb]
Distributor: Toho
Country: Japan
Language: Japanese, English
Genre: Adventure Comedy Family Fantasy
Running time: 76 mins
Budget: Not sure.
Box office: USD 26,732,338 est.
Official website(s)
Related
All Pokémon Movies
OLM, Inc.
Rosalyn's Animated Movie Marathon
Behind the Scenes
Favorite Movie Character
The youngest travelling companion, Bonnie!
Difficult to select just one but if I have to, it'll be Bonnie! Bonnie is Clemont's younger sister and she is probably five to eight years old, lol! She is said to be not old enough to be a Pokémon trainer so her age must be around there, especially she looks so much younger than the ten year olds. -.- I totally love her friendly personality and her enthusiasm to be a Pokémon trainer! I read that the Dedenne (hamster-like Pokémon) with her is rightfully her elder brother Clemont's, but it was caught for her per her request so she could take care of it until she is old enough to be a trainer herself!
By the way, Bonnie is also quite an eccentric one. She likes to request older female characters that the group encounters to marry Clemont which can be hilarious!
(Favorite Pokémon from this animated feature... Diancie and Dedenne!)
(Favorite Pokémon from this animated feature... Diancie and Dedenne!)
Diancie and the Cocoon of Destruction (2014) Movie Quotes
This list is not complete. If you have the script, please share with me!
This list is not complete. If you have the script, please share with me!
- Princess Diancie! It's time!
- Hide and seek is fun!
- You have an important duty to perform. You must not forget that.
- The Heart Diamond. For countless years it has provided us great energy and tranquility. But sadly, time has taken its toll on it. I know that someday the diamond will die out and lose its sustaining shimmer.
- Worrying too much will make you lose your luster!
- Please take what I am saying seriously.
- Okie dokie!
- A simple yes will suffice.