Overall, Mary and the Witch's Flower is a solid family film. The plot is simple, but decent, just don't expect any wild twists. There weren't any glaring plot holes, although I wouldn't have minded more explanation on Endor College. The score is decent, but doesn't have any compelling pieces. The visuals are by far the strongest aspect of this film. The animation is similar to Studio Ghibli's with its vivid colors, fluid motions, and interesting character and setting designs. Visually, it's a masterpiece. Sadly, what drags this film down is its characters. Mary isn't an unlikeable protagonist, but she isn't that interesting either. She is just able to go through some character development and be courageous enough to advance the plot. The dynamic between her and Peter wasn't developed, and that killed a lot of the story's emotion. Madam and Doctor D were ok as villains, but their motives and personality never get flushed out. Mary and the Witch's Flower was enjoyable enough, but the underdeveloped characters held it back from being a masterpiece.
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