Grade: A-
Rating: G, 79 minutes
In a Nutshell: Disney Nature presents a beautiful look at
some fascinating creatures born in China.
Narrated by John Krasinski (The Office: The Complete Series
) , this eco- documentary illustrates the circle
of life and introduces the world to some stunning locations and animals that most people will
never get a chance to see in real life.
Narrated by John Krasinski (The Office: The Complete Series
) , this eco- documentary illustrates the circle
of life and introduces the world to some stunning locations and animals that most people will
never get a chance to see in real life.
I’ve been to China twice this past year and have fallen in
love with its culture, topography, people, art, language, and food. It is an amazing country and this film offers
a deserving spotlight. The film is full
of “Awwww” moments.
Timed perfectly for Earth Day 2017, a portion of ticket
sales will be donated to the World Wildlife Fund.
Uplifting theme:
- Family
- The
circle of life and death
- The
beauty and duality of nature: freedom vs. security
- Each
of us is a part of a much larger story.
Things I liked:
- John
Krasinski offers a familiar, comfortable voice to walk us through the
lives of the featured animals. He
does a great job, although the script could have been even better.
- The
golden snub-nosed monkeys steal the show.
They’re gorgeous and hilarious, providing delightful monkey mischief.
- One
thing Disney Nature does very well is introduce children to things they could never
see in a zoo.
- The
Tibetan antelope, called chiru, provides the film with some epic moments
and cinematography. My question:
why don’t the males accompany the females on their birthing journey to
protect them?
- A
crane in China is a symbol of longevity and fortune. It is believed that when a crane takes
flight, it is carrying an animal’s soul to another world. That theme and sentiment and used at the
beginning and end of the movie. I love it when a film ties ends together.
- How do
the photographers get those shots?????
It’s pretty incredible.
Things I didn’t like:
- This version of Disney Nature doesn’t offer anything particular new to the nature story narrative.
- I wish we could have learned more about the animals, more facts and information.
- Humans project their feelings and descriptions on what’s going on with the animals. Who knows if any of that is true.
- It’s very predictable.
Interesting lines:
- “China
is a land of myth and mystery.” – John Krasinski
- “Each life is just one beat in the beautiful cyclical rhythm.” – John Krasinski
Tips for
parents:
- There are several scenes when animals and birds prey on other animals. Some animals die. Children need to learn about life and death, and this movie does not shy away from the brutal realities.
- Some
fighting and bullying.
- No
profanity. Thank goodness, animals
don’t swear.
- It’s
not all happy and beautiful. There
are some sad moments.
- You
see a mother give birth and later nurse babies. Your kids may have questions…
for your family's home entertainment library.
MOVIE REVIEW MOM
@trinaboice
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