Fairy Tail: Dragon Cry

Fairy Tail: Dragon Cry is the second animated feature film of the phenomenal Japanese animated series Fairy Tail. Directed by Tatsuma Minamikawa and helmed by the screenplay of Shoji Yonemura, the film takes place in the colorful world of Fiore and dives into a captivating storyline that beautifully blends adventure, fantasy, and action genres together.

The film stars Todd Haberkorn, who lends his voice to the fiery and relentless Natsu Dragneel. A wizard and member of the Fairy Tail guild, Natsu, as known from the series, has a special ability to consume and control fire at will. Cherami Leigh portrays Lucy Heartfilia, a celestial wizard and Natsu’s friend, who has the unique ability to open gateways to the spirit world using her magical keys. Tia Ballard lends her voice to Happy, a flying, talking blue cat who often accompanies Natsu and Lucy on their missions.

The supporting casts likewise tackle their roles with commitment: Newton Pittman as Gray Fullbuster, another member of Fairy Tail who can shape ice to his whim, Colleen Clinkenbeard as Erza Scarlet, known for her expertise in Requip magic, Brittney Karbowski as Wendy Marvell, a young but powerful sky dragon slayer. Jad Saxton voices Carla, Wendy’s trusted partner and mentor, while Michael Sinterniklaas takes on the role of King Animus, a character of unique standing in the narrative.

The story pulls the Fairy Tail guild members into a mission to recover the Dragon Cry, a mystical artefact believed to contain the rage and despair of dragons locked away. It’s been stolen by a traitor working for the Kingdom of Stella, and Natsu and his friends must embark on an epic quest to retrieve it. Stella is a place where a further mystery is hidden: a plot that could plunge the entire magical world into chaos.

The team assigned to recover the stolen artefact is the very heart of the Fairy Tail guild with their vast magical abilities and camaraderie. Framed by their shared history, each of these characters adds depth and flavor to the film. They are summoned by the King of Fiore to undertake this covert mission that spirals into a magical showdown with foes, old and new.

Haberkorn shines throughout the film, delivering Natsu's fearlessness and fiery determination with zest and energy. Leigh, voicing Lucy, expertly balances the celestrial wizard's emotional depth and audacious spirit. The chemistry they share is a testament to their shared adventures and battles. Other characters' performances are remarkable, with each voice actor bringing unique traits to their characters, be it Ballard's cheeriness as Happy, Pittman's cool determination for Gray, or Clinkenbeard's commanding tone for Erza.

Fairy Tail: Dragon Cry delivers a pulse-pounding continuation of the Fairy Tail series, featuring high-stakes magical battles, captivating mystical artifacts, and an intense quest set in beautiful landscapes. It also uniquely focuses on the relationships between the guild members, providing depth and emotional impact.

The movie was produced by A-1 Pictures, a Japanese animation studio known for its vivid and detailed animation styles, and distributed by Funimation. The English language version of Fairy Tail: Dragon Cry carries on the energetic performances, fast-paced action sequences, dramatic storyline, and humorous dialogues that the series is known for.

Further enhancing the film's experience is the soundtrack scored by Yasuharu Takanashi, featuring exciting orchestral renditions that perfectly echo the film's high stakes and emotional sequences.

Fairy Tail: Dragon Cry is more than just another anime film. It's an adventurous journey into a mystical world packed with action, camaraderie, and mystery. It's an unforgettable experience, especially for fans of the series, that'll leave viewers on the edge of their seats, cheering on Natsu, Lucy and the rest of the gang as they rally against the adversities of an unseen enemy. This film ensures new and returning audiences that the magical world of Fairy Tail has plenty more stories to share.