A fairly faithful adaptation of Carlo Collodi's classic novel about an animated puppet that desires to become a real boy.

Wooden puppet Pinocchio is brought to life with the assistance of a fairy. His wish is to become a real boy. His creator, Geppetto the woodcarver, tries to teach the boy about acting responsibly. Pinocchio has many adventures that provide him the valuable lessons he needs to learn about life before he can become a real boy. Lying proves to be a particular problem.

Pinocchio is a 1972 Italian animated film adaptation of Carlo Collodi's The Adventures of Pinocchio. It was directed by Giuliano Cenci and produced by Cartoons Cinematografica Italiana. The English-dubbed version was released in the United States by G.G. Communications in 1978—Terry_Macneil-123

Long ago and far away a poor old woodcarver named Geppetto decides to make a puppet that sings and dances. But as sometimes occurs, Geppetto inadvertently carves the toy from a magical block of wood. Soon Pinocchio, the famous puppet, comes alive. As the humble carpenter whittles, Pinocchio first stares, blinks, then stands and almost as quickly kicks poor Geppetto. Pinocchio next begins to tell untruths, causing his nose to grow. But his mischievous creation (which can also be quite nice) fascinates the woodcarver who tries to teach Pinocchio better manners. Pinocchio is also inquisitive and very brave and eventually overcomes his impishness. After many astonishing and far-flung adventures Pinocchio earns what he most desires: the privilege of becoming a real boy. This is the Pinocchio every child knows from Carlo Collodi's enduring 19th century folk tale, and is a heartwarming classic for the entire family.