Tinker Bell and the Legend of the Neverbeast

Tinker Bell and the Legend of the NeverBeast is the latest installment in the Disney Fairies series. This time around the spotlight is on Fawn, the animal fairy. Besides the better animation, there is nothing that will win you over if you don't already like this kind of movies as the story is rather predictable. But if you are a fan of this series, you will also like this installment..Without spoiling it too much, this is a story about Fawn ability to love and understand an animal, regardless of how terrifying it looks and against what others think of it. This movie also gets to explore a bit more about life in Pixie Hollow.To say that the animation on this movie is better than on previous installments is an understatement. Since this film is about Fawn, her animation is way better than anything else seen on the past. However, the most dramatic change on this film seems to be on Fawn's personality, which is is more bombastic, akin Tinker Bell's personality, down to her mannerisms. This is not distracting, but it feels like she was more subdue on previous movies.Even as the main focus of this movie is Fawn, we get to met Nyx, a scout fairy. I actually like Nyx sense of responsibility, seemingly contrasting Fawn's. This is just nitpicking for nitpicking sake, but where were the scout fairies in the first Tinker Bell movie? This is just to point out how the Disney Fairies mythos keep growing from that first movie, which is an aspect that I love of this series.The movies on the Disney Fairies series follow a very straight forward story, with some a bit more sophistication than others. This story falls in the low side of the sophistication range. This is not to say that the story was bad, just that is was predictable. This charming story almost surprised at the inevitable end.I was disappointed when I noticed that a rule established just two movies before was modified or bent to fit the story. When the fairies have to travel to the Winter area, they were wearing winter coats, yet they could still fly with their wings exposed. I thought that the freezing air in the Winter area would freeze fairy wings unless you were a Winter Fairy or got your wings treated by a Winter Fairy. They probably got some "special" treatment that no longer require frost magic from a Winter Fairy, but this was not addressed.Finally, I feel this movie should have been titled "Fawn and the Legend of the NeverBeast" or at least "The Legend of the NeverBeast" instead. From the teasers, it is obvious that this movie is about Fawn, but it seems that the only reason it has TinkerBell on the title is because she would attract more buyers.Overall, I like this movie a lot. However, with so many Disney Fairies movies in this series, it would take more to overtake the number one spot which I still hold undecided between "The Great Fairy Rescue" and "Secret of the Wings".PS: This is the second story about one of Tinker's close friends. The first was about Rosetta in the awesome "Pixie Hollow Game" short story included with "Secret of the Wings".

Purchased this monies for my grand daughter for movie night for the family. She loves it as do I.

One day/night is a ridicules time for renting!

This has become one of my family's favorite Tinkerbell movies! I love all the Tinkerbell movies, I'm a huge fan and so are my two daughters. While I love the character Tinkerbell, I also love the other fairies and love the movies that focus on them and tell their stories.This movie focuses on Fawn, the animal fairy. It's a great story, somewhat sad at times. But, it tells a wonderful message. This movie of the Tinkerbell and fairy franchise introduces you to Fawn and her huge heart. Fawn's personality is very reminiscent of Tinkerbell herself, full of determination and wit. Fawn has a soft spot for all animals, even those who are considered dangerous to fairies. Fawn thinks all animals need and deserve love and help regardless of species or danger posed. She tends to get into predicaments because of this, often drawing the attention of the scout fairies and the queen.The scout fairies are charged with protecting Pixie Hollow. The scout fairies are led by Nyx (voiced by Rosario Dawson). Nyx is the complete opposite of Fawn. She's a very practical and stern fairy who takes her job with the utmost seriousness. She will definitely make you frustrated at times.Fawn discovers a mysterious creature that she just can't quite figure out. Of course her heart swells with love for the beast and she's determined to protect him while Nyx is focused on capturing him and ridding Pixie Hollow of this unknown creature. Danger surrounds the Neverbeast. As legend tells, whenever he shows up, Pixie Hollow is in great danger at risk for complete destruction. Evey 1000 years all of Pixie Hollow, each fairy and all they accomplish, is at great risk. Is the Neverbeast here to save Pixie Hollow and it's wonderful inhabitants? Or is the Neverbeast the one who will destroy Pixie Hollow beyond repair?The graphics in this movie are amazing. The colors change with the mood and tone of the scenes. This is a visually amazing movie and a story with great heart. The music and soundtrack are beautiful, much different than the other movies. The songs are peaceful and and uplifting. You and your children will definitely enjoy this movie. Just make sure to get out the tissues if you're of a softer heart.Shipping was fast, disc arrived in excellent condition. Was purchased new.

I bought this for my children after my 3 year old son and I rented it from Amazon Instant Video as he loved it so much. He already loved the other Disney Fairies films that he has watched with my daughter and this film is equally as popular.I can understand the other reviewers advising this is a darker Fairies film than normal as the whole NeverBeast concept is obviously darker than the other films which have mainly been about Tinkerbell but I don't think it's unsuitable for young children as my 3 year old loves it but obviously parents may wish to judge whether it's suitable for their little one prior to letting them watch it as I know some children are more sensitive than others.The film is different to the ones before in that it follows Fawn rather than Tinkerbell although of course Tinkerbell is still in the movie albeit with a smaller role than normal. The film starts by showing how Fawn cares for all animals despite them maybe not being the cuddliest of animals! The NeverBeast is then introduced and without ruining the film for anyone it's pretty obvious that Fawn and him become friends however the other Fairies don't feel the same.I also love the film and think it's brilliant and yes it may have a slightly darker theme than normal but every Disney film has bits in that are 'Dark' such as Bambi's mum and Simba's Dad Dying, venturing into a vortex and battling an evil masked man in Big Hero 6 and the list could really go on. However as with every Disney movie I have ever watched they have managed to find the right balance and the film is truly brilliant and teaches how not to judge a person by their exterior. Another winner from Disney and I hope they do more films in future with Tinkerbell's friends having their own main roles.

Our children love the Tinkerbell films so we took our children to the cinema for the first time to watch this film. Being 3 and 5 years of age and the youngest being unable to keep still for more than 2 minutes we thought we were in for a difficult trip to the cinema but this film kept them glued to the screen. Not a peep out of them.The film is well made, story stays true all the way through and no boring moments. My wife and I also enjoyed it and she even shed a few tears at the end.Ordered this on pre release, invited their grandma round for 'movie night' and she was the same blubbing away at the end. Kept the kids captivated again and just as good as the first time we watched it at the cinema

This instalment of the Tinkerbell series never fails to have my eyes stinging with tears. It's so beautifully done! One of my favourites of the series. It's so nice to see them focus on a different fairy in this universe, while still keeping the essence of it within that Tinkerbell wheelhouse. Ginnifer Goodwin was brilliant as Fawn and I really enjoyed it.

Be prepared for lots of tears. Lovely family film but very emotional. Loved by all the family young and old.

Can’t wait to show my toddler this, it’s in her stocking for Christmas. It’s the sweetest story