
Jonathan, 11, usually spends his vacations alone with his grandfather who lives on the edge of a vast forest populated by mythical animals. This year his kid sister Sophie joins him. But it's not cool to be stuck with a little sister, so he does what he can to avoid her. He succeeds entirely too well: Sophie is kidnapped by a giant, 1000-year-old bear. Now, Jonathan has to venture into the heart of the forest to confront the strange beings that dwell there and rescue his sist... (Full plot summary below)
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Jonathan, 11, usually spends his vacations alone with his grandfather who lives on the edge of a vast forest populated by mythical animals. This year his kid sister Sophie joins him. But it's not cool to be stuck with a little sister, so he does what he can to avoid her. He succeeds entirely too well: Sophie is kidnapped by a giant, 1000-year-old bear. Now, Jonathan has to venture into the heart of the forest to confront the strange beings that dwell there and rescue his sister. "The Great Bear" is Esben Toft Jacobsen's feature film debut.
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| Common Sense MediaRenee SchonfeldCaptivating, moving tale with scares; best for older kids. |
| User ReviewTanya LDefinitely a movie that all parents should have in their film repertoire. It's a wonderful story that teaches a lesson in friendship and standing up for one's self and others. In life, friendship comes in all shapes and sizes and occasionally when we least expect it. We learn much about ourselves and the world around us. Not the least of which is "that our inner strength is often larger than we could have ever imagined"! |