Fairy Tail the Movie: The Phoenix Priestess
Synopsis
In the mountains of north Fiore lies the Fire Village, where a lush-blue relic known as the Phoenix Stone is preserved. Entrusted to a mystifying woman named Éclair, it is said to contain the power of an ancient phoenix. She wanders the land alone and protects the stone from harm, despite having no memory of why it was left in her care and only the faintest recollection of where she must take it. After encountering the wizard guild Fairy Tail, Éclair receives an offer from Natsu Dragneel and his friends to help her uncover the mysteries surrounding the stone. However, in the midst of the group's journey, Éclair is suddenly attacked and the stone is taken from her. With this, nefarious intentions to revive the blazing phoenix for its unparalleled power come to light, and the wizards of Fairy Tail find themselves in a situation that could spell calamity. They must now work together to prevent the revival of the phoenix and save the world from ruin. [Written by MAL Rewrite]
Audience Consensus
Audience reactions are mixed. Some fans enjoyed the movie's emphasis on friendship, exciting action sequences, and improved animation, while others found the plot unoriginal and the art style inconsistent. Some viewers felt the movie lacked the humor and depth of the series while others were moved by the display of friendship.
Strengths
- Epic fighting scenes and explosions.
- The music is spectacular and sets up the mood for each scene.
- The movie takes the basecore of the friendship trough thick and thin to a whole new level.
Weaknesses
- Cliched and unoriginal plot.
- Inconsistent art style.
- The story feels a bit bland.