"FAIRY TAIL DRAGON CRY" movie review: What's the appeal of the second installment in the series?

"FAIRY TAIL DRAGON CRY" review and details

Fairy Tail: Dragon Cry the Movie is the second feature film in the anime series based on the popular manga Fairy Tail by Hiro Mashima. It was released on May 6, 2017 and distributed by Gaga. The 85-minute film is produced by A-1 Pictures and directed by Tatsuma Minamikawa.

story

The story of "FAIRY TAIL DRAGON CRY" begins with an adventure surrounding a powerful magical tool called "Dragon Cry" that was stolen from the Kingdom of Fiore. This magical tool is said to contain the power of a dragon and have the power to grant the wish of its user. Natsu and the other members of Fairy Tail set out on a journey to recover Dragon Cry and protect the world from those who seek to misuse it.

The story unfolds against the backdrop of tension between the Kingdom of Fiore and its neighboring kingdom of Stella. Stella's king, Zeraf, is plotting to take possession of Dragon Cry and destroy the Kingdom of Fiore. Natsu and his friends must fight to thwart Zeraf's ambitions and reclaim Dragon Cry.

character

FAIRY TAIL DRAGON CRY features familiar characters from the original manga and TV series. The protagonist, Natsu Dragneel, is a fire dragon slayer who embarks on an adventure with his companions to recover Dragon Cry. His companions, Lucy Heartfilia, Gray Fullbuster, Eliza Stratus, Wendy Marvell, and Happy also play important roles.

New characters, such as King Zeraf of the Stella Kingdom, his aides Sonia and Rakarl, will add excitement to the story. Zeraf in particular stands in Natsu's way as an enemy with great power. His past and relationship with Dragon Cry are also important elements of the story.

Animation and Music

The animation of "FAIRY TAIL DRAGON CRY" is a work that highlights the high technical capabilities of A-1 Pictures. In particular, in the battle scenes, Natsu's fire magic and Gray's ice magic are depicted realistically, making a visual impact. In addition, the scenes in which the power of Dragon Cry is activated feature spectacular visuals that have the power to draw the audience in.

In terms of music, the theme song "What are you fighting for?" is memorable. The lyrics and melody of this song symbolize the battles and friendship of Natsu and his friends, and liven up the atmosphere of the movie. In addition, various background music is used throughout the film, enhancing the emotions as the story unfolds.

Evaluation and Impressions

"FAIRY TAIL DRAGON CRY" is a satisfying work for fans of the original work. It depicts Natsu and friends' adventures and friendship, as well as their battles with new enemies, and fully brings out the charm of the original work. In addition, the scale and visuals unique to the movie version are also highlights.

However, viewers who are not familiar with the original work may find it difficult to understand some of the characters' backgrounds and relationships. In particular, the settings for Zeraf and Dragon Cry are more enjoyable if you are familiar with the original work.

Overall, "FAIRY TAIL DRAGON CRY" is a must-see for fans of the original work, and is a film that will reaffirm the appeal of the series. The introduction of new characters and the grand storyline have the power to draw viewers in. The animation and music are also of a high standard, giving the film a sense of quality that can only be achieved through a feature-length film.

Recommendations and Related Information

In order to enjoy "FAIRY TAIL DRAGON CRY," we recommend that you watch the original "FAIRY TAIL" and the TV series beforehand. In particular, by knowing Natsu and his friends' adventures and the growth of the characters, you will be able to understand and enjoy the contents of the movie more deeply.

Also, as a related work, we recommend the first movie, "FAIRY TAIL: Phoenix Priestess." This work also depicts the adventures of Natsu and friends, and is a must-see for fans of the series.

In addition, the original "FAIRY TAIL" is a work by Hiro Mashima that depicts a magnificent fantasy world, and has attracted many fans through manga and anime. By reading the original work, you can learn more about Natsu and his friends' adventures and the background of the characters.

More Information

■ Public Media

theater

■ Original Media

comics

■ Release date

May 6, 2017 - January 1, 0000

■Distribution company

Gaga

■Frequencies

85 min

■ Number of Episodes

Episode 1

■Original Story

Hiro Mashima

■ Director

Tatsuma Minamikawa

■ Production

・Production: A-1 Pictures

■Works

© Hiro Mashima, Kodansha / Fairy Tail DC Movie Production Committee

"FAIRY TAIL: DRAGON CRY" is a wonderful work that brings out the charm of the original work while depicting new adventures and characters. It is a work that will move and excite the audience through the friendship and battles of Natsu and friends. Please experience the excitement at the theater.