My Little Pony: Equestria Girls: Friendship Games (2015)

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Canterlot High meets its rival school, Crystal Prep Academy, in a competition that’s a long-standing tradition – The Friendship Games. Sunset Shimmer is tasked with keeping magic out of the games to avoid the appearance of impropriety while she and her friends compete against Crystal Prep’s top students led by someone with an equal amount of interest in Equestrian magic – this world’s TWILIGHT SPARKLE.

Intro
"My Little Pony: Equestria Girls: Friendship Games" is a 2015 Canadian-- American animated musical comedy-drama movie directed by Ishi Rudell, and composed by Josh Haber. This is the 3rd installation in the Equestria Girls spin-off franchise of My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic.

Plot Summary
The story unfolds at Canterlot High School where Princess Twilight Sparkle's human equivalent, along with buttershy, Rainbow Dash, Pinkie Pie, Rarity, and Applejack are preparing for the school's yearly event, The Friendship Games. These video games are an interschool competitors against their rivals, Crystal Prep Academy, who've always won.

Princess Twilight, now a student at Crystal Prep, is examining the unusual energy originating from Canterlot High which can manifest as magic among the students. Meanwhile, the human counterparts have actually utilized this magic for use in the upcoming Friendship Games.

Included Complexities
In an unexpected turn, human Twilight's gadget accidentally drains pipes the Human World's magic and shops it into the device, triggering equestrian phenomena to occur at Crystal Prep. Mayhem takes place as Twilight's device absorbs all of Canterlot High's magic, transforming her into a monster who creates a black hole to Equestria.

Climax
In the climax, Sunset presumes management of her buddies and chooses to confront Twilight. She acquires the device and reverts whatever back to normal. This event causes the human Twilight, feeling regretful and guilty, choosing to transfer to Canterlot High to discover the power of relationship, accepting Sunset's friendship also.

Conclusion
To conclude, "My Little Pony: Equestria Girls: Friendship Games" is an engaging film that digs deep into the styles of friendship, team effort, and the ethical battle of excellent versus evil. This vibrant, colourful animation is layered with captivating characters, each with her own special qualities and appeal. Preceded by the occasions of "Rainbow Rocks", the movie's spirited story, stimulating visuals, in addition to the noteworthy blend of humour and tune, mark it as an attractive watch, particularly so for fans of My Little Pony.

From the characters' decision to pull together to face challenges, to the focus on understanding and valuing one another's differences, the movie eventually clarifies the value of unity. Characters, especially human Twilight and Sunset Shimmer, go through significant development as they learn invaluable lessons about the power of friendship.

Total Reception
The film was seriously well-known, favored by critics for its plot, character development, and excellent animation design. It not just appeals to kids however also resonates with adults, who find the messages about friendship and self-discovery appropriate and effective. The movie, along with its music, contributes substantially to the Equestria Girls spin-off franchise's general success, leading the way for its continuing appeal.

Top Cast

  • Tara Strong (small)
    Tara Strong
    Sci-Twi / Midnight Sparkle / Twilight Sparkle (voice)
  • Rebecca Shoichet (small)
    Rebecca Shoichet
    Sunset Shimmer (voice) / Sci-Twi (singing voice)
  • Ashleigh Ball (small)
    Ashleigh Ball
    Applejack / Rainbow Dash (voice)
  • Andrea Libman (small)
    Andrea Libman
    Pinkie Pie / Fluttershy / Bon Bon (voice)
  • Tabitha St. Germain (small)
    Tabitha St. Germain
    Rarity / Vice Principal Luna (voice)
  • Cathy Weseluck (small)
    Cathy Weseluck
    Spike (voice)
  • Iris Quinn (small)
    Iris Quinn
    Principal Abacus Cinch (voice)
  • Nicole Oliver (small)
    Nicole Oliver
    Principal Celestia (voice)
  • Britt McKillip (small)
    Britt McKillip
    Dean Cadance (voice)
  • Vincent Tong (small)
    Vincent Tong
    Flash Sentry / Bus Driver (voice)
  • Andrew Francis (small)
    Andrew Francis
    Shining Armor (voice)