Main Plot
In "Atlantis: The Lost Empire," a young linguist named Milo Thatch believes he has discovered the key to finding the lost city of Atlantis. Despite skepticism from his peers, he receives funding from an eccentric millionaire to lead an expedition. Milo joins a diverse crew aboard a submarine, embarking on a perilous journey beneath the ocean. They encounter various challenges and eventually discover the hidden city, which is still inhabited by a thriving civilization. As they learn more about Atlantis, Milo and the crew face moral dilemmas and uncover deeper secrets about the city's advanced technology and mystical powers. The story explores themes of exploration, cultural respect, and the clash between greed and preservation.
Ending Explained
In the climax of "Atlantis: The Lost Empire," directed by Gary Trousdale and Kirk Wise, the protagonist Milo Thatch and his team discover the lost city of Atlantis. They initially intend to study and help the Atlanteans, but the expedition leader, Commander Rourke, reveals his true intentions to exploit the city's resources. Rourke kidnaps Princess Kida, who has bonded with the powerful Heart of Atlantis crystal, intending to use her to extract the crystal's energy.
Milo, along with some of his team members who turn against Rourke, mounts a rescue mission. They confront Rourke, and during the ensuing battle, Milo uses a shard of the crystal to turn Rourke into a crystalline form, ultimately destroying him. Kida, merged with the Heart of Atlantis, uses its power to save the city from a volcanic eruption, demonstrating the crystal's protective capabilities.
In the end, Kida is restored, and she decides to stay and rule Atlantis, while Milo chooses to remain with her to help rebuild the city. The surviving team members return to the surface, promising to keep the existence of Atlantis a secret, thus preserving its newfound peace and prosperity.
