Corto Maltese: The Secret Court of the Arcane

Corto Maltese : La Cour secrète des Arcanes
Corto Maltese: The Secret Court of the Arcane
Genres: Drama, Animation, History, Adventure
Rating: 6.4
Year:2002
Country:FR
Runtime: 1h 32min

Description:

In the chaotic aftermath of World War I, as Russia plunges deeper into civil war, tension simmers in the East between Shanghai and the Oral mountains. Amidst the turmoil, relics of the old Imperial Russia cling to power while others seek a fresh start. Former generals, secret societies, and mercenaries drawn by the promise of riches jostle to exploit the tumultuous situation.Against this backdrop, intrepid adventurer Corto Maltese returns to Shanghai, his path crossing once again with old friend-turned-foe Rasputin. Their reunion is cut short when they both find themselves targeted by a murder attempt. Seeking refuge, they are contacted by members of a mysterious Chinese organization known as "The Red Lanterns."In the gritty landscapes of Manchuria, Corto and Rasputin embark on an exhilarating treasure hunt, following the trail of the enigmatic armored train belonging to Kolchak - a mobile fortress armed with cannons and machine guns that carries the counter-revolutionaries' gold. Their quest becomes a high-stakes journey through dangerous territory, as they navigate treacherous alliances and their own complicated past in search of untold riches and the truth behind the armored train's mysterious cargo.