Thomas & Friends: Hero of the Rails - Overall Okay With Disappointing Ending

Since reviewing the Hero of the Rails DVD, my son has given me the opportunity to watch the film a number of times. Overall, I am still pretty happy with the transition from physical models to computer animation, and the non-narrated voices and facial animations do grow on you over time.

However, with each viewing I am left a little disappointed by the ending. The film just seems to end without a real conclusion. Yes, we understand that Hero returns home, but it does leave a lot of unanswered questions. Such details may not be understood by the younger audience, but I am sure the more astute child would like to see Hero back home, perhaps see his previous friends welcome him back (I certainly would!)

After my disappointment with the previous Thomas & Friends film, The Great Discovery, I am more than happy with Thomas & Friends: Hero of the Rails. My son enjoys the characters more, especially Hero, with even Spencer getting a mention.

Thomas & Friends: Hero of the Rails is highly recommended to all Thomas & Friends fans.