Delving into the Otherworldly Magic of Portly Faces

Portly, a young boy with a round face, stumbled upon a hidden book one day. Little did he know that this book held ancient secrets of magic. Intrigued and curious, Portly began studying the book, determined to unlock its mysteries. As he delved deeper into the book, Portly became aware of strange occurrences happening around him. Objects would move on their own, and small flames would flicker in his presence. It seemed that Portly had inadvertently tapped into the magic within the book.

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From my young days in dancing where I was exposed to a variety of genres of music to now where I m appreciating all-things orchestra thanks to my daughters. To open with a cheap-rendition of a classic I doubt many children have heard was a poor choice and to repeat it constantly throughout the film was tiring, not to mention a cheating fiance just moments later.

It seemed that Portly had inadvertently tapped into the magic within the book. At first, Portly was excited by his newfound abilities. He used the magic to entertain his friends, making objects disappear and reappear with a wave of his hand.

Strange Magic

I ain't gonna lie, I am a sucker for a good musical! But the first time I watched the movie I felt it was rather choppy and the musical pieces were from so many different years and genres that it was a little hard to follow. But then I watched it again and I liked it, then I watched it again, and I fell in love with it. It is one of those movies you have to watch more than once to appreciate. The story is very short, but the music is very catchy and the characters are funny. I don't think the themes are too heavy for children but there is some things that younger children should not be exposed to. Ex. cheating on someone, kidnapping, some strange flirting at the end of the movie. But it's not bad compared to some other "kids" shows I have watched. Overall I think the artists who sang were very good and the animation is very beautiful. I still think all the music should have came from the same time period to make sure the genres kinda flowed together better, but as I said, the more I watched it the more I understood why they chose the songs they did. I think kids will enjoy this movie, but as an adult you can too!

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Cute Family Night Movie

The movie was really sweet. Loved the story line and the animation is wonderful. (Think Epic, Sinbad and Prince of Egypt animation.) We love the songs as well. My 5 and 8 year old enjoyed it as well. They really liked Sonny and the rabbit/mouse looking creature. There was no language or nudity. Just a few kissing scenes. No drinking of alcohol but there is a love potion that gets thrown on fairies and other creatures. Songs are more pop and rock songs. (No language in the songs tho.) I would definitely recommend for a cute family night movie.

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Thanks peppa I will make sure

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Great family movie

I was pleasantly surprised by this movie - don't be put off by the scary looking creatures and dark animation. Its a lovely movie with a beautiful message and a fabulous soundtrack. My kids are 3 and 5 - although the animation is a bit dark - this is not a scary movie. Suitable for all ages.

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Great animation and music!

My two daughters both adored this movie, and parents will love the soundtrack. I think it is very underrated. Check it out!

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Great musical 4D Movie

The whole family Loves this movie. So many great songs that are familiar, so easy to sing a long with. My kids love any movie with good song scene, so this movie is a "At" in my book. Oh and the graphic almost looks 3D, i thinks its a 4D movie.

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Fantastic Movie,, I guess film critics are up to good wholesome movies,, if it don’t have cussing,sex,killing.it can’t be a good movie. Well this is one! And everyone that I know loves it,the music is a little old but its some of the best of that time too. I hope everyone gets a chance to watch it and not to the critics..

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Odd, offbeat, but a feminist heroine with heart and soul

Strange Magic has its limitations: the script is muddied with a needlessly complicated plot, the score is all recycled pop tunes, and much of the humor and references will go over the heads of the target audience. That said, there are some great characters, great messages, and welcome detours from typical fairytale storytelling. Reasons to check it out (note spoilers): 1) The heroine, Marian is a righteous, guitar playing, kickass goth, who rules her fairy kingdom, literally. No minority feisty or supporting player, she drives the narrative, and makes it clear to her loving but sexist dad and her boy crazy sister that she intends to remain in charge, with or without a "king by her side" as Daddy helpfully suggests. 2) And about that king: when she is disappointed in love by her double crossing fiancee, Marian is devastated but doesn't fall apart. She's not going to "forgive and forget"; instead she takes him down while blasting "What Doesn't Kill You Makes You Stronger"; when was the last time you saw a Disney princess do THAT? 3) Yet Marian is no straw feminist: she loves her ditzy sister and charges off to rescue her; she is wary of love from being hurt, but never completely writes off the possibility, and she can be girly and gorgeous, all while brandishing a sword and rocking skinny back leggings. 4) Frozen, How to Train Your Dragon, Brave, Maleficent, and Annie have all played with our expectations of the easily spotted, (usually ugly) irredeemable villain; Strange Magic goes them one better with a villain who turns out to be the love interest, and a love interest who is the (sort of) villain. And nobody gets pushed off a cliff, out of an airplane or off a rooftop. 5) You know all those "love beyond looks" and "love across the divide" stories; isn't it funny how most of them either a) end tragically or b) involve someone completely changing their looks or giving up their family or culture? (I'm looking at you Little Mermaid and Beast). "Strange Magic" does neither: there are several inter-racial or inter-species romances which end happily, and the central love story involves a truly hideous hero who gets the girl without having to get disenchanted, or nobly give her up to some pretty boy tenor.

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I thought it was great

I definitely think this is a teen movie. It should not have been marketed toward kids. Kids should not have to be subjected to the material in this movie because it wouldn’t be relatable to them. In my late teens I definitely can relate to things that happen in the movie. I love the story, the characters are unforgettable; but the visuals aren’t great. This movie could use a do-over with better character design. Overall it was good, though!

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Certainly 'strange', but I'm not too sure on the magic.

Odd. That's the first thing that comes to mind. It just didn't seem to work as a whole. To open with a cheap-rendition of a classic I doubt many children have heard was a poor choice and to repeat it constantly throughout the film was tiring, not to mention a cheating fiance just moments later. After the first 2 minutes I was already dreading the 97. The music was abysmal. It's as if the writers just googled 'songs', chose the top few and thought 'yeah, let's build a whole movie around this. It will really work well and everyone will love it.' No. That's not how it works. And I wouldn't mind if it was like any other musical feature that used songs to introduce a plot point or character,but the characters acknowledge the singing and it holds no purpose other than time wasting. Next it was the undertones of racism. The elves are short, fat, poorly dressed and - up, you guessed it - black. All of the fairies are tall, skinny and white. Considering the whole message is to never judge a book by it's cover, it really didn't settle to well in my stomach. The relationship between Marianne and Bog seemed. well. It disturbed me. The final scene of the film had me screwed up in a ball on the sofa in tears because I just couldn't stand to watch it. The kaleidoscope effects put me off me dinner and the way the characters were interacting with each other made me feel like I was being forced to watch some age gap fetish pornography. Please, drop everything and watch this scene. You'll get the feeling of a worm wriggling around inside of your stomach and it won't be nice. I could go on and on about the negatives so let's look at some positives. The animation was okay I guess. That's about it. That's all I can say about this film when it comes to positives. Oh, and Kristen Chenoweth. God knows how the casting directors managed to get her on board, especially with the script that I could only describe as 'ugh'. In conclusion, if you want to see this film, you're sorely mistaken. You don't. Never will you want to see this film. If you own a copy, burn it. If you don't, purchase a copy- make sure you're wearing latex gloves (you never know what kinds of diseases you can contract from this sort of filth) - and smash it to pieces.

First and foremost, the plot was quite different than Epic. The trailers that gave that impression were masking the true nature of this movie. Instead, it’s a story about love and relationships. “Strange Magic,” a new animated film from Lucasfilm Ltd., is a madcap fairy tale musical inspired by “A Midsummer Night’s Dream.” Popular songs from the past six decades help tell the tale of a colorful cast of goblins, elves, fairies and imps, and their hilarious misadventures sparked by the battle over a powerful potion.”

But soon, he realized that the magic had a mind of its own. It would sometimes act out of control, causing chaos and confusion. **Portly's fascination with magic quickly turned into a lesson in responsibility.** He realized that he needed to understand the rules and limits of the magic he unleashed. Portly sought the help of a wise old wizard, who taught him how to harness and control his powers. Under the guidance of the wizard, Portly learned to channel his magic through a wand. He practiced for hours, honing his skills and mastering different spells. The roundness of his face no longer mattered; he had become a powerful magician. As Portly grew older, he used his magic to help others. He would heal the sick, mend broken objects, and bring joy to those around him. The once strange and uncontrollable magic had now become a force for good. Portly's journey from a curious young boy to a skilled magician was not an easy one. He faced many challenges and setbacks along the way. However, **his determination and willingness to learn allowed him to transform his portly face into a symbol of wisdom and power**. In the end, Portly's story teaches us that magic is not just about the tricks and spectacle. It is about using our abilities to make a positive impact on the world. No matter how ordinary or different we may appear on the outside, we all have the potential to wield strange and wonderful magic within us..

Reviews for "Mysterious Portly Faces and the Art of Conjuring"

1. John - 1/5

I found "Portly Faces Strange Magic" to be incredibly boring and nonsensical. The storyline was convoluted, and the characters were poorly developed. The writer seemed to be trying too hard to be "quirky," but it just fell flat. The humor was forced and rarely landed, leaving me cringing rather than laughing. Overall, I was extremely disappointed by this book and would not recommend it to anyone looking for a captivating and well-written story.

2. Sarah - 2/5

"Portly Faces Strange Magic" had potential, but it ultimately failed to deliver. The concept was interesting, but the execution fell short. The pacing was inconsistent, and there were too many unnecessary plot twists that only served to confuse the reader. The dialogue felt forced, and the characters lacked depth and authenticity. Despite a few moments of intrigue, I found myself struggling to stay engaged with the story. Overall, I found this book to be underwhelming and not worth the hype.

3. Emma - 1/5

I honestly do not understand the appeal of "Portly Faces Strange Magic." The writing style was too whimsical for my taste, making it difficult to follow the plot. The story itself was meandering and seemed to lack direction. The characters were forgettable, and their motivations were unclear. Additionally, the world-building felt superficial and incomplete. I struggled to find any redeeming qualities in this book and would not recommend it to anyone seeking a well-crafted fantasy novel.

4. David - 1/5

I regret wasting my time reading "Portly Faces Strange Magic". The narrative was disjointed, with random events and characters being introduced without any significant impact on the overall story. The humor, if you can call it that, was juvenile and lacked wit. The plot dragged on, lacking any sense of urgency or purpose. The book felt like a collection of random ideas thrown together without any coherent vision. I found it to be a complete mess and would not recommend it to anyone.

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