National Film Vault

FILM NOTES

Released in 2000, Pokemon: The Movie 2000 arrived at the height of the franchise's global popularity, when the animated series and its films were a defining part of childhood for a generation. As the second theatrical entry, it carried forward the hand-drawn animation style of its era, a reminder of a time before digital workflows became standard. For many, it remains a nostalgic touchstone tied to Saturday mornings and crowded theater outings.

This cell features Tracey, Misty, Togepi, and Pikachu, familiar companions whose presence anchored the series' warmth. Holding an actual frame of 35mm film from their scene connects you directly to the physical print that once ran through a projector, a small, tangible piece of that shared experience.