I am a family film lover at heart, and when they are produced well, like Tooth Fairy, I recommend them highly. The movie has a wonderful message for children who endeavor to realize their dreams and use their imagination. And although it gets a little silly, this film has a lot of good laughs, especially seeing The Rock in a tutu.

The movie centers on Derek Thompson (Johnson), a tough hockey player who's been named "The Tooth Fairy" because he’s knocked out a lot of teeth from opposing players during his career. On a fateful day, Thompson discourages a child’s dream to become a hockey player, and gets changed into a real tooth fairy for his dastardly deed. With his new magical powers, Thompson reluctantly sets out on his tasks. Along the way, he finds out what it takes to recapture the dream he lost when his hockey career took a turn for the worst. 

Whether you call him The Rock or Dwayne Johnson, he’s still a significant member of a long list of actors that can hold their own when it comes to comedy and action.  In this film, Johnson does a great job of entertaining with his performance as the smitten, tough hockey player that finds getting a pair of frilly wings, and fulfilling the dreams of children, can set him off on a better life.  And, Johnson’s good at playing this kind of character with his great smile, and a tutu for his athletic body. 

Another character I enjoyed in the film is Lily, the head of the tooth fairies in Fairyland, who slaps the sentence on Thompson. Julie Andrews is the perfect actress for the role as Thompson’s tough boss, who doesn’t put up with any of his nonsense. It is great seeing Andrews in film again, doing what she does best. But -- comedians Stephen Merchant, who plays Thompson’s guide, and Billy Crystal, as a wise cracking fairy instructor, cracked me up the most.

Tooth Fairy is rated PG for mild language, some rude humor and sports action, but should not interfere with the fun for the whole family. 

FINAL ANALYSIS:  A family film that gets silly, but it’s still a good thing.

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