Thumbelina

A kind and beautiful young woman no bigger than a thumb, named Thumbelina, is born from a magical flower. She dreams of finding a prince who is her equal. Her wish is briefly fulfilled when she meets and falls in love with Prince Cornelius of the flower sprites. However, her small size makes her vulnerable to the outside world, and she is kidnapped by a series of ugly toads who wish for her to marry their son. Thumbelina must endure several escapades and find her way back to Cornelius.

Thumbelina received mixed reviews from critics, with many praising its animation and musical numbers but criticizing the plot and character development. Audiences were generally more receptive, particularly younger viewers, due to its fairy tale elements and memorable songs.

• Praised for its beautiful, hand-drawn animation and charming musical sequences.

• Criticized for a predictable plot and underdeveloped characters.

• Often seen as a weaker entry in Don Bluth's filmography compared to his earlier successes.

Google audience: Google users generally appreciate the film for its classic fairy tale appeal and enchanting animation, with many fondly remembering the songs. However, some find the story a bit slow or the characters less engaging than in other animated musicals.

Nominated for an Academy Award for Best Original Song ('Stay with Me').

Jodi Benson, the voice of Thumbelina, also famously voiced Ariel in Disney's The Little Mermaid.