Thumbelina
Thumbelina

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Thumbelina

2007
Movie
92 min
English

Based on famous fairy tale by Hans Christian Andersen.

Insights

IMDb6.4/10
Rotten Tomatoes40%
Metacritic54/100
Google Users75%
Director: Don BluthGenres: Animation, Family, Fantasy, Musical

Plot Summary

A tiny girl, no bigger than a thumb, is born from a magical flower and longs for a friend her own size. Her world is turned upside down when she is abducted by a family of toads who want her to marry their son. She escapes and embarks on a perilous journey through the countryside, encountering various magical creatures and facing many dangers, all while searching for love and a place to belong.

Critical Reception

The 2007 animated film 'Thumbelina' received mixed reviews from critics, with many praising its traditional animation style and musical numbers, while others found the plot simplistic and predictable. Audiences generally appreciated its whimsical nature and charming characters, though it did not achieve widespread critical acclaim.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its beautiful, hand-drawn animation and enchanting musical score.

  • Criticized for a predictable storyline and underdeveloped characters.

  • Appreciated by younger audiences for its fairy-tale charm and innocence.

Google audience: Google users generally enjoyed 'Thumbelina' for its classic animation and sweet storyline, finding it a charming and delightful watch for families. Some viewers noted it was a bit slow-paced for very young children, but overall it was seen as a heartwarming fairy tale.

Fun Fact

The film was originally intended to be a live-action/animation hybrid, with Robin Williams set to voice the role of the beetle character.

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