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2012-05-25 05:12:02

Wonderful! Family friendly!

This review is from: Faeries [VHS] (VHS Tape) Great movie!It's family friendly but still gives adults some comedy to laugh at. The effects are a little unusual, but over all 5 stars!

rachel52684 2012-05-24 15:20:19

Don't waste your time

"Faeries" was awful. I can't believe that I actually spent money to putmyself through that torture. I am a die-hard Kate Winslet fan, and on myquest to own every movie that she's ever made, I bought this pile oftripe,too.The animation is shoddy, the CGI animation look terribly out of place,andthe plot was extremely slow and pointless. There's not much else that Icansay about this film.

fubared1 2012-05-20 13:21:59

CGI Graphics+Animation=?

Short and not really that bad, though it's efforts to combine animation andCGI graphics are rather jarring and don't meld very well. Some talentedactors are present (Jeremy Irons, etc.) and the story has it's littlesurprises. And it's short running time of about 80 minutes definitelyhelps. Still the good versus evil brothers plot and magic stones aregetting awfully tired. It may appeal to young children.

Hannah 2012-05-20 00:37:32

Almost perfect

This movie was sweet,fun and sad at the same time. It was very entertaining and fun to watch. I will recomanded it to everyone but mostly little kids.

2012-05-18 19:12:01

I love this!

I remember watchimg this five years ago at my Grandparent's house one Christmas and i was hooked. Faeries is magical and reminds me of Christmas time. You'll love this if (like me) you like fantasy and enchanted fairy tales. For me, it was perfect.

2012-05-18 05:18:29

Enchanting -- And good for kids

About the animation: Whatever you're expecting, this film isn't like that. "Faeries" in no way resembles the mega-budget masterpieces you might expect from Disney, Dreamworks, or other media giants specializing in state-of-the-art, rapid-fire eye candy (though departure from that can sometimes be a good thing). It's definitely a lower-budget production, utilizing a rather conspicuous blend of hand-drawn animation and very simple, flying-toaster-like computer animation. To the artists' credit, they've managed to do a very credible job within the obvious limitations of their technique. And younger children (the audience to whom the film is targeted) probably won't mind the animation style. Some adults might not either. I found myself getting quite used to it after only a few minutes, and was rewarded with a very charming and enjoyable experience. However, if you're a person who tends to be distracted by film styles that fall outside the popular media norm, then maybe "Faeries" isn't for you. It might be kind of like having to watch PBS when you're really in the mood for a big-budget hit.The voice acting is very good, with fine performances all around, and it's fun to recognize the voices of the three adult stars (Kate Winslet, Jeremy Irons, and Dougray Scott). The story itself I found engrossing, despite its very simple plot which is geared toward a child's pace and grasp of conflict. It is magical and has an ample number of twists, not unlike "The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe," which also takes place in England in roughly the same time period. And importaly, this particular fairy story enjoys the distinct advantage of NOT being two-hundred years old.So for younger children (and for the young at heart), I definitely recommend "Faeries." For people not so easly enchanted, perhaps you'll want to think it over more carefully before buying it.

Sherazade 2012-05-15 12:36:26

Wonderful!

In the changing world of CG and what-not of cartoon animations etc.etc., Faeries was a warm welcome at least by me. I think it's importantto show these sort of films once in a while, to preserve them and helpremind us of where the originality and fun of cartoons actually camefrom. People were talking about how it is boring because of thegraphics and stuff but hey! think about the films that will beconsidered boring if every film looked like the new state of the artones everybody and their mother is making these days. Call meold-fashioned but I liked it. It's a wonderful story about supernaturalbeings and human beings and all it really needs from its audience istheir imagination.

jwrowe3 2012-05-14 23:27:37

Best for the Wee Set...

This is a movie best suited for the wee ones, and most adults will nodoff,fast. I know. I did. Luckily, sort of, my daughters wanted to see it,again.And I made a serious attempt to remain awake.The animation will not give the Disney folks a reason to worry, as thecartoon elements look very early 70's Saturday morning cartoon style. Thecomputer animation is decent, and it's a shame that the movie didn't goeither way, as the two styles seem to look mismatched, or like twodifferentgroups were doing the movie and it was tossed together.My suggestion to those of you who want to get it for the kids, look for itat the local library, or use your "rent one, and get one free" coupon andrent something for YOU, and make the free movie "Faeries".The "Under Eight Set" will like it, but be sure you are in a comfy chair,orhave a good book handy if you are in the same room this is being watchedin.

2012-05-14 06:40:39

Faeries

Hi,I really like the video I would like to see this one on DVD real soon please thank you. Candy

2012-05-13 16:52:16

Enthralling and refreshing

This is definitely a great show for children and people who enjoy a good fairy story. If you liked "The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe," you'll probably like this one as well. The plot is simple, and geared toward a child's pace and grasp of conflict. But it has an ample supply of magical and unexpected twists that keep the story enthralling, even for some adult viewers like me.The animation is different from what you might expect. It's nothing like the mega-budget eye candy typically put out by Disney, Dreamworks, and other media giants. (Some of us actually consider that a plus.) "Faeries" uses a combination of 2-D hand-drawn animation and very simple 3-D, flying-toaster-like computer animation. The result, as I said, is quite different. But it's not unpleasant, and I found myself getting quite used to it after only a few minutes. So while the animation technique is unusual and more economical than some, the artists use it well, and the result is a beautiful and effective piece of visual story-telling.The voice acting is also very good, with excellent performances all around. And it's fun to recognize the voices of the three adult stars (Kate Winslet as Brigid, Jeremy Irons as Shapeshifter, and Dougray Scott as the Prince).All-in-all, it's a fine piece of work. But since not all people enjoy this sort of thing, I'll just say this: If you don't get it... don't get it. The rest of us will enjoy a great show!

2012-05-13 16:13:45

Don't be fooled by the fancy spelling of "Faeries"

This movie might actually be alright, considering Jeremy Irons (Scar, The Lion King) and Kate Winslet (Rose, Titanic) lent their voices, but unfortunately the attempt to give the film an "advanced technology" look destroys it completely. The blending of traditionally animated characters with CG backgrounds hurts to watch. The "epic Prince vs. Foe battle sequence", which lasts appoximately 10 seconds, is laughable. The Prince fights a praying mantis that looks like it came straight from Bioncle. The plotline is too quick to capture the audience, and the character design also leaves much to be desired. The men look like women, and vice versa. The lead Faeries appear to be miniature versions of Galadriel and Celeborn from New Line's mass hit "The Lord of the Rings," and considering this movie was made in '00, they probably are. Don't waste your time with "Faeries," instead, rent "The Neverending Story" or even better, read "The Lion the Witch and the Wardrobe." Same plots as "Faeries," but both MUCH better and more enjoyable.

2012-05-13 02:05:05

Great Entertainment For Kids of All Ages!

I watched this (and bought it) movie recently. It's very cute indeed. I must confess the reason I even watched was because the WONDERFUL Kate Winslet lent her beautiful voice for this film. Though I am glad I checked it out! If you have young kids, you may want to check it out! It's brilliant!