TLDR;
"The Forbidden Depths" follows Hakesing, the son of a pirate leader, as he navigates his destiny, marked by betrayal, revenge, and the search for a legendary lost city. Rescued as a child and raised by a fisherman, Hakesing's life takes a turn when he discovers his connection to the pirates and a hidden power. He allies with Ansu, a native of Elixir Island, to uncover the secrets of the underwater city, facing treacherous pirates, mythical creatures, and ultimately confronting the truth about his father's death and his own identity. The film culminates in a battle against the pirate Sada, where Hakesing embraces his heritage to save the island and forge a new future with Ansu.
- Hakesing, son of a murdered pirate leader, grows up as a fisherman.
- He discovers a golden artifact that unlocks hidden powers and reveals his pirate lineage.
- Hakesing and Ansu seek the lost city beneath Elixir Island, facing dangers and betrayals.
- He confronts Sada, the betrayer of his father, and uses his newfound power to defeat him.
- The film concludes with the end of the ghost fog and Hakesing's commitment to a life with Ansu.
The Pirate's Son [0:00]
The movie starts with a pirate crew staging a mutiny against their captain, who knows the location of a legendary lost city with endless treasure but refuses to reveal it. The captain is killed, falling into the sea with his son, Hakesing, hidden in a barrel. Hakesing is rescued by Captain Long, who becomes his adoptive father.
The Search Begins [0:35]
Twenty years later, Hakesing works with Long and his crew of fishermen. Long orders the crew to search for treasure near the "eye of the sea". Hakesing dives with the crew, finds a golden staff, and experiences a surge of power when he breaks a piece off. A giant sea monster appears but doesn't harm him. Hakesing loses consciousness underwater, and Long rescues him.
Betrayal and Capture [2:10]
The sea monster attacks Long, who is swallowed whole. The crew abandons Hakesing, who is captured by pirates. The pirate queen notices a tattoo on his shoulder and the golden piece he carries. He is imprisoned with a girl named Anu, who helps him escape. Hakesing discovers the pirates plan to attack Elixir Island.
Alliance and the Ghost Fog [3:47]
Hakesing and Anu flee, but Hakesing is wounded. Anu, who is from Elixir Island, reveals she is searching for the lost city beneath the sea, located under Elixir Island. They decide to go to Elixir Island, but must pass through a deadly ghost fog. Anu uses sea mercury water to help Hakesing survive the cold fog.
Secrets of Elixir Island [5:13]
Anu takes Hakesing to her family's house on Elixir Island. She introduces him to Dr. Wu, who treated his wound and knows about his pirate tattoo. They reveal they are searching for the treasure of the lost island. Wu gives Hakesing a book with a drawing of his golden piece, indicating the city is beneath a large ship-shaped mountain in the village.
The Map and the Revelation [6:05]
Hakesing, Anu, and Wu climb the mountain and find a mysterious circle in the water, which they realize is the entrance to the city. They enter a cave where Hakesing remembers being there as a child with his father. He warns them of incoming water, and he uses his power to freeze it. They find a map of the ocean engraved on the ground. Anu questions Hakesing about his abilities and pirate connections.
Pirate's Son [7:35]
Hakesing reveals he is the son of the pirate leader and that he drew the map as a child. Anu is upset that he hid his identity. Wu reveals that his real name is Sada and that he was a pirate with Hakesing's father. He tells Hakesing that his real name is Dong and that he is the only one who can open the eye of the sea.
Betrayal and Choice [8:21]
Hakesing returns to the shore and finds the pirates attacking the villagers, led by the pirate queen. Sada appears, and the pirates bow before him. He tells the villagers he will not harm them. Hakesing tries to console Anu, but the villagers reject him. Sada tells Hakesing that the golden piece is from his father's armor and that he and the crew killed his father for withholding the island's gate. He offers Hakesing the chance to join them and open the gate.
Alliance and Sacrifice [9:59]
Anu buries her grandfather and decides to seek an alliance with Long and the boat dwellers to break the ghost fog and rescue Hakesing. Long agrees to help. Hakesing begins to open the gate of the city when Long's crew attacks. Anu tells Hakesing that his father was a kind man who tried to protect them. Long appears and is shot by Sada.
The Final Confrontation [11:20]
Hakesing realizes Sada killed his father. Sada escapes into the gate of the city. The sea monster swallows the pirate leader. Hakesing descends into the eye of the sea to stop Sada. Sada draws power from the city and transforms the water into ice. Hakesing uses his father's golden armor piece to transform his hand into gold, breaks the barrier, and kills Sada.
Triumph and New Beginnings [12:49]
With Sada's death, the ghost fog disappears. Hakesing's friends are overjoyed when he emerges from the sea alive. Hakesing and Anu decide to start a new life together.
