The Fairy

The Fairy

Year: 2012

Runtime: 93 min

Language: english

DramaComedy

In the quiet coastal town of Le Havre, a solitary hotel night clerk named Dom finds his life unexpectedly charmed by the arrival of Fiona, a mysterious woman who claims to be a fairy. She appears at his doorstep, seemingly without a past. Fiona grants him three wishes, and as they spend time together, Dom develops a deep connection with her. However, she abruptly disappears, leaving him heartbroken and determined to find her. He sets off on a charming and whimsical journey, encountering quirky characters and blurring the lines between what’s real and what’s imagined, all in the hope of being reunited with Fiona.

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Trace every key event in The Fairy (2012) with our detailed, chronological timeline. Perfect for unpacking nonlinear stories, spotting hidden connections, and understanding how each scene builds toward the film’s climax. Whether you're revisiting or decoding for the first time, this timeline gives you the full picture.

1

Zarina's Curiosity

In Pixie Hollow, a dust-keeper fairy named Zarina exhibits a profound curiosity about pixie dust. Fascinated by its magical properties, she begins conducting her own experiments to learn more about it.

Pixie Hollow
2

The Experiment Gone Wrong

While experimenting with blue and pink pixie dust variants, Zarina’s actions lead to a significant accident that disrupts Pixie Hollow. This mishap catches the attention of her supervisor, Fairy Gary, who is angered by her reckless behavior.

Pixie Hollow
3

Fired from Her Job

After the accident, Fairy Gary confronts Zarina and fires her from her job for disregarding his orders. This marks a turning point in Zarina’s life as she leaves Pixie Hollow, filled with sorrow.

Pixie Hollow
4

The Four Seasons Festival

A year later, Pixie Hollow prepares for its annual Four Seasons Festival, celebrating the magic of fairies across all seasons. Tinker Bell and her friends gather for performances, unaware of what is about to unfold.

Pixie Hollow
5

Zarina's Return

During the festival, Tinker Bell and her friends spot Zarina flying around the audience. She uses pink pixie dust to summon poppies that put everyone into a deep sleep, demonstrating her newfound power.

Pixie Hollow
6

The Great Dust Heist

Tinker Bell and her friends quickly realize that Zarina has stolen all the blue pixie dust, which is essential for their flying abilities. Determined to retrieve it, they set off on a mission to find Zarina.

Coast
7

Zarina Joins the Pirates

The fairies track Zarina to the coast, where they discover that she has become the captain of a pirate crew. This revelation shocks them as they realize how far Zarina has strayed from her origins.

Coast
8

The Talent Switch

In a confrontation with Zarina, the fairies encounter multi-colored pixie dust that causes their talents to swap. Each fairy is bewildered as they navigate their new abilities while searching for Zarina and her crew.

Pirate Ship
9

The Pirates' Secret

While sneaking aboard the pirate ship, the fairies overhear James, the cabin boy, revealing that he and the pirates manipulated Zarina into becoming their captain. They learned this was part of a scheme to make the ship fly for plunder.

Pirate Ship
10

Skull Rock Discovery

The pirates sail to Skull Rock, where the fairies discover a Pixie Dust Tree grown by Zarina using pink pixie dust. Their attempt to retrieve the blue dust fails when Iridessa's talent mishap exposes their location.

Skull Rock
11

Betrayed by James

When James ends up betraying Zarina, he reveals himself as the true captain by trapping her in a lantern. His betrayal comes after a moment of joy where he experiences flying, showcasing his true intentions.

Pirate Ship
12

Rescue by the Crocodile

As the fairies remain imprisoned, they are saved by a baby crocodile that frees them, demonstrating unexpected loyalty and helping them to regroup. This event revitalizes their spirit to confront the pirates.

Pirate Ship
13

A Dangerous Bargain

The fairies face a difficult decision when James threatens to throw Zarina into the sea unless they surrender the blue pixie dust. Tink sacrifices the dust, hoping to protect Zarina and save her from peril.

Sea
14

The Final Confrontation

As the pirates sail towards the Second Star, the fairies utilize their new abilities to turn the ship and confront the pirates. This climactic battle showcases teamwork as they fight to reclaim the blue pixie dust.

Second Star
15

Return to Pixie Hollow

After a series of events, Zarina accepts Tink's invitation to return to Pixie Hollow, helping her friends transport the ship back. Once home, Zarina's talent is embraced, allowing her to showcase her unique abilities during the festival.

Pixie Hollow

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