The Evil Fairy Queen * Where Deception Lurks: A Gripping Tale in an Immersive World
Elemental spirits have held power over the human world since its inception. The relationship, however, is symbiotic. Elfame is a fairy kingdom ruled by Melisandria and it is dying, the required ritual sacrifice is late. Elspeth Moore’s family is bound to Elfame, every generation a child has been offered for sacrifice to renew Elfame’s magical energy. When Kate Richards receives a letter from her estranged great-aunt Elspeth offering a place to stay when they need it most, they gratefully accept not realizing they are being lured towards their demise.
KIDS FIRST! Film Critic Avalon N. comments, “The Evil Fairy Queen is a tale of mischief and deception. This film has so many distinct fun features. One of my favorite parts is how the beginning of the film has a short animated intro that quickly transitions into the live-action film.” Gavin S. adds, “I thoroughly enjoyed The Evil Fairy Queen for its gripping storyline and immersive atmosphere. The film’s portrayal of the evil fairies and their sinister motives kept me on the edge of my seat.” Kira O. adds, “There is a good mix of mystery, horror and suspense to keep the plot moving forward. The Evil Fairy Queen delivers a combination of horror mixed with fantasy.” Kyla C. wraps it with, “The film’s message is to trust your loved ones and support them if they’re struggling. Violet, the youngest daughter, feels that her family is uninterested in her passion for fairies and is aware that no one believes what she’s experiencing.” See their full reviews below.
The Evil Fairy Queen
By Avalon N, KIDS FIRST! Film Critic, age 15
The Evil Fairy Queen is a tale of mischief and deception. It combines important lessons with an engaging storyline.
The story revolves around a family of four who move into the mother’s great aunt’s old farmhouse. However the house is not quite what it seems to be when they discover that a group of fairies live in the area – a group of evil fairies who need to complete an oath. Throughout the film, the mother has to protect her family from getting sacrificed by this evil clan of fairies.
This film has so many distinct fun features. One of my favorite parts is how the beginning of the film has a short animated intro that quickly transitions into the live-action film. The film is based on old European folklore rather than American fairy tales which allows the fairies to be evil and adds an interesting new element to the film. One of the coolest parts of this film is the young lead, Violet (Kitty Sudbery), who has many different scenes and she performs in all of them very beautifully and powerfully. The final thing I noticed is that the group of evil fairies is really just one big family that is looking for a way to survive – they’re just doing what’s necessary for their survival. The film was produced in the United Kingdom and therefore they use many words such as bloke, mate and mummy, which may be unfamiliar to American audiences.
The film’s messages are that not everything is always as it seems and be careful who you trust.
I give The Evil Fairy Queen 4 out of 5 stars and recommend it for ages 12 to 18, plus adults. You can watch it on VOD on April 16, 2024.
The Evil Fairy Queen
By Gavin S., KIDS FIRST! Film Critic, age 11
I thoroughly enjoyed The Evil Fairy Queen for its gripping storyline and immersive atmosphere. The film’s portrayal of the evil fairies and their sinister motives kept me on the edge of my seat.
The story unfolds as a family is lured to a remote farmhouse by a deceitful relative, only to fall victim to malevolent fairies that require sacrifices to renew their magical life force. As tensions escalate and the family’s plight becomes increasingly dire, they must confront the dark forces that threaten their very existence.
What impresses me the most about this film is its masterful blending of horror and fantasy elements. The film’s eerie setting and chilling portrayal of the fairy creatures creates a palpable sense of dread that lingers long after the credits roll. Additionally, the strong performances from the cast, especially Julia Czartoryski, who plays Kate Richards, add depth and emotional resonance to the story. The special effects used to bring the evil fairies to life are impressive, adding a layer of visual richness to the film. However, there are a few moments where the CGI looks slightly unpolished and detracts from the overall immersion of the viewing experience. Nonetheless, the film’s strong narrative and compelling performances overshadow any shortcomings in the visual effects department.
The film’s message is that everything is not always as it seems.
I give The Evil Fairy Queen, 5 out of 5 stars and recommend it for ages 12 through 18, plus adults. This film releases April 16, 2024. Be sure to check it out.
The Evil Fairy Queen
By Kira O., KIDS FIRST! Film Critic, age 12
The Evil Fairy Queen is an exciting movie with a very unexpected take on fairies. This film, directed by Simon Wells, is a fantasy with elements of a horror movie and plenty of surprises!
When the Richards family receives a call from great aunt Elspeth inviting them to move to her farmhouse, Kate Richards (Julia Czartoryski) believes it could be a new beginning. But a world of danger is lurking in the woodlands surrounding the farm with sinister ties to Kate’s past. The youngest daughter, Violet (Kitty Sudbery), innocently befriends Melisandria (Hannah Harris), the Evil Fairy Queen, who wants to sacrifice Violet and Kate to preserve her reign. With help from Dillon (Luke Hunter), Kate tries to save Violet and herself from the evil clutches of Melisandria and her evil fairy sidekicks.
I like how the story is presented throughout this film! There is a good mix of mystery, horror and suspense to keep the plot moving forward. The Evil Fairy Queen delivers a combination of horror mixed with fantasy. The woodland fairies are very different from those in most childhood stories as they prefer the taste of human flesh. Fortunately, the well-lit scenes and cinematography keep the dark subject matter from feeling too scary. Kitty Sudbery is double-cast as both Violet and a younger Kate, which I found mildly distracting, yet this movie still is enjoyable to watch. The relationships between the Richards’ family members are interesting and the subplot is that they overcome a family tragedy.
The message of The Evil Fairy Queen is to be careful who you trust as things are not always what they seem.
I give The Evil Fairy Queen 5 out of 5 stars and recommend it for ages 12 to 18, plus adults. The film releases in theaters on April 16, 2024.
The Evil Fairy Queen
By Kyla C, KIDS FIRST! Film Critic, Age 14
The Evil Fairy Queen is an engaging fantasy film that combines real and fantasy elements, as it transports us into a world of fairies!
The Evil Fairy Queen follows a family that moved from a suburban town to a large, seemingly normal house in a rural area. However, this house and the family’s experiences there are anything but normal. Something seems off from the day they arrive, when a neighbor creepily warns them of the house’s dangers. The younger daughter, Violet (Kitty Sudbery), discovers the fairy queen but doesn’t realize the dangers of keeping it a secret. Eventually, the rest of the family figures out what’s going on, but not until it’s too late and the entire family is in grave danger.
This film has strong, relatable characters that pulled me in and allowed me to connect with the storyline. The older daughter, Adelaide (Aniela Leyland), is a typical teenager while the younger daughter is still an innocent, sweet, explorative little girl. This contrast is typical for siblings, no matter what the age difference or similarity in interests. The dynamics between the family members make the film relevant and also demonstrates the character motives in the more suspenseful parts. Because this film includes many fantastical aspects, it’s important that viewers can relate to the characters, even if their situation is a bit unrealistic. With all that said, the story has some issues – there are some unclear parts of the fantasy world and various things are never explained. That makes some parts of the film slightly confusing and diminishes its overall suspense. However, the concept of the fantasy world is interesting and it’s a wonderful idea.
The film’s message is to trust your loved ones and support them if they’re struggling. Violet, the youngest daughter, feels that her family is uninterested in her passion for fairies and is aware that no one believes what she’s experiencing. The family’s refusal to believe her ends up wasting time that could have been spent trying to get out before the real danger occurs.
I give The Evil Fairy Queen 3.5 out of 5 stars and recommend it for ages 5 to 18. You can watch The Evil Fairy Queen on video on demand beginning April 16, 2024.
