The stop-motion film concludes with Pinocchio sacrificing his life to save Geppetto from drowning, proving he has become a real boy through his selfless act. After grieving Pinocchio’s death, the wood sprite grants Sebastian’s wish to resurrect him. Pinocchio and Geppetto are finally reunited as father and son. The ending suggests Pinocchio earned his humanity not by becoming “perfect,” but by embracing imperfection and choosing love. His growth into a compassionate, loyal son transcended his puppet origins. No longer longing to be “real,” Pinocchio found fulfillment in being Geppetto’s beloved child. Their emotional reunion emphasizes that familial bonds outweigh societal expectations of conformity. Through his courageous sacrifice, Pinocchio demonstrated his capacity for profound human connection. Del Toro celebrates the transformative power of unconditional parental love through Pinocchio’s metaphorical journey to humanity.