Enter the world of fairies|Sep. 11, 2008|United States|78 Min.|G
Genre: Adventure;Animation;Family;Fantasy
Description: Tinker Bell, released in 2008, is an animated film that follows the adventures of the beloved fairy. The story begins with Tinker Bell, voiced by Mae Whitman, being born from the first laugh of a baby. She is carried by the wind to Pixie Hollow, a magical place located on the island of Neverland. There, Queen Clarion, portrayed by Anjelica Huston, warmly welcomes her. Tinker Bell discovers that her unique talent lies in being a tinker—a fairy skilled in creating and repairing things.
Guided by fellow tinker fairies Bobble (Rob Paulsen) and Clank (Jeff Bennett), Tinker Bell explores Pixie Hollow, learns their craft, and is shown her new home. While working, the trio encounters sprinting thistles, a type of dangerous weed. During her journey, Tinker Bell meets other fairies with distinct talents: Silvermist (Lucy Liu), a water fairy; Rosetta (Kristin Chenoweth), a garden fairy; Iridessa (Raven-Symoné), a light fairy; and Fawn (America Ferrera), an animal fairy. They inform her about the fairies who travel to the mainland to bring the changing seasons.
Excited by the idea, Tinker Bell dreams of visiting the mainland for spring. However, she faces challenges from Vidia (Pamela Adlon), a fast-flying fairy who dislikes her due to her extraordinary talent. Vidia dares Tinker Bell to prove her worth, leading her to create several inventions. Unfortunately, these inventions fail when presented to the Minister of Spring (Steve Valentine). Tinker Bell then learns that only nature-talent fairies are allowed to visit the mainland.
Determined to change her fate, Tinker Bell attempts to master nature-related skills, such as creating dewdrops with Silvermist, lighting fireflies with Iridessa, and teaching baby birds to fly with Fawn. However, she struggles and fails at each task. Meanwhile, Bobble and Clank cover for her when Fairy Mary (Jane Horrocks), the overseer of the tinker fairies, questions her absence. Upon her return, Tinker Bell tries to explain her actions, but Fairy Mary expresses her disappointment.
The film explores themes of self-discovery, embracing one’s unique abilities, and the importance of staying true to oneself.
Cast director: Bradley Raymond
Cast actor: Mae Whitman, Kristin Chenoweth, Raven-Symoné, Lucy Liu, America Ferrera, Jane Horrocks, Jesse McCartney, Rob Paulsen, Jeff Bennett, Pamela Adlon
Original name: Tinker Bell