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Movie reviews for fairy tales

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    Sofia the First: Once Upon a Princess

    Darling royal tot is steeped in princess stereotypes.
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    3
     
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    (DVD, 2013)
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    Jack the Giant Slayer

    Fantasy violence eased by humor in tween-friendly adventure.
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    11
     
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    (Movie, 2013)
  • Review
    Tales of the Night

    Six stunningly animated fairy tales with a few mild scares.
    AGE
    8
     
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    (DVD, 2013)
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    Tinker Bell and the Secret of the Wings

    Centers on sisterhood and family, with a wee bit of peril.
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    4
     
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    (DVD, 2012)
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    Snow White and the Huntsman

    Violent fairy tale isn't for kids but will attract teens.
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    14
     
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    (DVD, 2012)
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    Beauty and the Beast

    The ultimate makeover story has strong, positive messages.
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    5
     
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    (DVD, 2011)
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    Scared Shrekless

    Halloween "scary tale" is a real treat for families.
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    6
     
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    (DVD, 2011)
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    Hoodwinked Too! Hood vs. Evil

    Fairy tale sequel has tired jokes, tedious references.
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    7
     
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    (DVD, 2011)
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    Hoodwinked

    Red Riding Hood redo; bland with a bit of fun.
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    7
     
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    (DVD, 2006)
  • Review
    Howl's Moving Castle

    Famed Japanese animator Hayao Miyazaki brings his considerable talents to this beautiful and thoroughly original story.
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    9
     
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    (DVD, 2006)
  • Review
    The Adventures of Tom Thumb and Thumbelina

    Disney remake with classic characters has stronger heroine.
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    6
     
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    (DVD, 2002)
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    Tom Thumb

    Fun musical adventure for the family.
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    6
     
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    (DVD, 2000)