I don't think it is quite as good as The Many Adaventures of Winnie the Pooh, which was one of the better films of the 60s-70s. Winnie the Pooh's Most Grand Adaventure is a charming and sweet film, that is noticeably quieter in tone to the 1977 film, but for me that is never an excuse for not liking a film. The animation is lovely, with lovely colours, and fairly true in style to the 1977 film. The voice talents are very good, particularly John Fiedler and Paul Winchell as Piglet and Tigger. Jim Cummings is also good as Pooh, but I don't think David Warner was as thoughtful enough a narrator as Sebastian Cabot, though I still liked him. The story is fast moving and the dialogue is delightfully humorous, but there may be some elements that may scare young children. Also, although sweet, adults will find the songs a bit limp, that said Forever and Ever is so touching. All in all, a sweet and charming film. 8/10 Bethany Cox.
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It's better than you think.
GiraffeDoor18 March 2022
This is one of the movies I had on VHS as a kid and must have watched it fifty times. At least I would be surprised if I hadn't.
I actually admire it a lot more now. Yes, it may lack an antagonist but there is material conflict here as familiar characters leave their greenhill zone for a pretty formidable experience that puts a lot in perspective.
Like the amazing Russian adaptation, the human boy is mostly absent but his small role is significant, poignant and life-affirming.
This cosy tale does the original stories justice far more than most of disney's Winnie stories that are not adaptations; it really feels like a larger scale version of those stories.
Along the way we get some laugh out loud comedy (pink!), some super tunes and some moments that will pull at your heartstrings for ever.
I guess it's really about growing up but we don't have to dwell on that.
I actually admire it a lot more now. Yes, it may lack an antagonist but there is material conflict here as familiar characters leave their greenhill zone for a pretty formidable experience that puts a lot in perspective.
Like the amazing Russian adaptation, the human boy is mostly absent but his small role is significant, poignant and life-affirming.
This cosy tale does the original stories justice far more than most of disney's Winnie stories that are not adaptations; it really feels like a larger scale version of those stories.
Along the way we get some laugh out loud comedy (pink!), some super tunes and some moments that will pull at your heartstrings for ever.
I guess it's really about growing up but we don't have to dwell on that.
Pretty damn good
bennygagnon15 October 2016
Warning: Spoilers
This movie was released in 1997 and is the third direct to video sequel after Return of Jafar and Aladdin and the King of thieves (which I haven't seen them). The movie is about Winnie and his friends going on a quest to find Christopher Robin after he left a letter that said that he was at the lair of the Skullasaurus. As you can see, it's more adventurous than most Pooh movies, which is a complain for most critics. But I like the adventure aspect, it makes the movie more entertaining that other Pooh movies (in my opinion) and also makes it more thrilling. Another positive point is that compared to return of Jafar and Aladdin and the king of thieves, the animation is a big upgrade, the movements feels more fluid, the colors are nice and the backgrounds are very pretty. The song wherever you are is also pretty good (both the version sung by Winnie and the one in the credits). I had to point a flaw it would be the ending, which feels very anticlimactic, manly because the fact that there is no Skullasaurus, which I would have liked to see one. But even with that flaw, Pooh's grand adventure is still a great movie that deserve more attention and love.
It isn't that bad it just seems that way because the style doesn't belong with Winnie the Pooh.
rggcandy8 June 2006
The style doesn't belong but it works, somehow.
When this film was new and I was young I thought it was cheesy and spoilt Winnie the Pooh.
Now I'm older and am interested in things I've seen as a young child. I've dug out those old videos to see what sort of things I liked and hated back then (in case your wondering this was my brother's video that's why it's been left intact). I watched it and actually found myself laughing at those silly jokes and feeling quite emotional at Pooh's little song.
Also is it just me or did that tree look like a skull when Pooh looks at it from Owl's window? It's a fun film to watch when you want to look back to the past. It's nice to watch in the gloom of early evenings in winter when the house is empty and quiet. A relaxing film.
I did find bits of it still a little cheesy (I won't say what because I don't want to spoil the film).
It's not really exciting but it doesn't need to be.
The ending is a bit obvious if you can spell but who cares. You'll understand if you see the film.
It's worth seeing. It's both funny and sad and possibly a little creepy for kids (it's a good point). And it is quite amusing to see how the characters deal with life with no Christopher Robin.
When this film was new and I was young I thought it was cheesy and spoilt Winnie the Pooh.
Now I'm older and am interested in things I've seen as a young child. I've dug out those old videos to see what sort of things I liked and hated back then (in case your wondering this was my brother's video that's why it's been left intact). I watched it and actually found myself laughing at those silly jokes and feeling quite emotional at Pooh's little song.
Also is it just me or did that tree look like a skull when Pooh looks at it from Owl's window? It's a fun film to watch when you want to look back to the past. It's nice to watch in the gloom of early evenings in winter when the house is empty and quiet. A relaxing film.
I did find bits of it still a little cheesy (I won't say what because I don't want to spoil the film).
It's not really exciting but it doesn't need to be.
The ending is a bit obvious if you can spell but who cares. You'll understand if you see the film.
It's worth seeing. It's both funny and sad and possibly a little creepy for kids (it's a good point). And it is quite amusing to see how the characters deal with life with no Christopher Robin.
Prefer The More Quiet, Gentler Pooh Movie
ccthemovieman-130 April 2007
I watched this one after a handful of looks over the years of "The Many Adventures Of Winnie The Pooh." I guess I expected the same sort of movie, but I didn't get it. This wasn't in the latter's class and category. The charm of that earlier movie was its laid-back stories and mood.
This movie is more like today's fare where there is action taking place most of the time. Perhaps it's the shorter attention spans most of us - especially youth - have today. They need something loud and exciting happening almost every minute. That's what this movie was in a lot of spots: loud and harsh.
I don't mean to knock it; the film is okay. I just prefer the easy-going collection of stories. I think it fits "Pooh" better.
This movie is more like today's fare where there is action taking place most of the time. Perhaps it's the shorter attention spans most of us - especially youth - have today. They need something loud and exciting happening almost every minute. That's what this movie was in a lot of spots: loud and harsh.
I don't mean to knock it; the film is okay. I just prefer the easy-going collection of stories. I think it fits "Pooh" better.
Can't be compared to the original, but not Disney's worst.
Norway126 September 1998
Keeping in mind that most of the crew from the original Classic are not "just around Pooh corner" this sequel could have been much more disappointing (Did I say "much"?). Disney did what they could by at least using the original voices to both Piglet and Tigger, but it appears to be just another attempt at raking in some cash. Jim Cummings shows amazing talent in his attempt to mimic the timeless voice of Sterling Holloway, however as the narrator, David Warner can't hold a candle to Sebastian Cabot. Disney could have made an extreme improvement had they chosen to follow the original technique of having it as though read from a book with chapters (showing the pages turning, etc.). Children will probably enjoy it (as is it's aim), but try not to set your hopes too high if you're over 10-12.
But it lacked emotion, commotion, regular...
RosanaBotafogo23 August 2021
Cute, but the dullest of them all, it had so much potential for a drama like that, with cute characters looking for their owner, who mistakenly thought they needed help, the adventure took on a somber air, which I liked for being a differential from the others in the franchise, and even the "death" of Pooh, but it lacked emotion, commotion, regular...
A fun little adventure for children and their parents.
kevnar16 May 2005
This is a great movie that both my children watched extensively as toddlers. It has good messages for kids, as all Winnie the Pooh cartoons do, and the animation and voice acting are top quality. It's also got some great lines that make me laugh no matter how many times I hear them.
"Look at the biceps on that bear! I'm not worthy to dangle from the same precipice." - Tigger.
"Never trust that thing between your ears. Haven't had a need for mine in years." - Rabbit.
"What's up, buddy bear?" "Piglet is up, Tigger." - Pooh, pointing a Piglet in the top of a tree.
"Jump down, Piglet! We'll catch you, likely as not!" - Tigger.
"End of the line. Nothing to do, and no hope of things getting better. Sounds like Saturday night at my house." - Eeyore.
"There's no difference between falling ten-thousand feet to the jagged rocks below, and tumbling out of bed. Except for the splat at the end, they're practically similar." - Tigger.
I find it hard to believe that people would actually criticize this movie negatively. It's a kids' movie for crying out loud. If you've got nothing better to do than watch and criticize kids' movies, you really need to get a life.
I gave it a ten. I can't think of anything that could have made it better.
"Look at the biceps on that bear! I'm not worthy to dangle from the same precipice." - Tigger.
"Never trust that thing between your ears. Haven't had a need for mine in years." - Rabbit.
"What's up, buddy bear?" "Piglet is up, Tigger." - Pooh, pointing a Piglet in the top of a tree.
"Jump down, Piglet! We'll catch you, likely as not!" - Tigger.
"End of the line. Nothing to do, and no hope of things getting better. Sounds like Saturday night at my house." - Eeyore.
"There's no difference between falling ten-thousand feet to the jagged rocks below, and tumbling out of bed. Except for the splat at the end, they're practically similar." - Tigger.
I find it hard to believe that people would actually criticize this movie negatively. It's a kids' movie for crying out loud. If you've got nothing better to do than watch and criticize kids' movies, you really need to get a life.
I gave it a ten. I can't think of anything that could have made it better.
"You're braver than you believe...stronger than you seem...smarter than you think."
brchthethird5 April 2023
If Mickey Mouse is the face of Disney, then Winnie-the-Pooh is its soul. No other character so perfectly captures a child's innocence, purity of heart, and sense of wonder. With this direct-to-video film, in contrast to the previous theatrical ones, Pooh and the gang get the full-length treatment (the 1977 film was an anthology film composed of previously released shorts) as they go on a quest to find and rescue Christopher Robin. The strength lies in the various characters and their interactions rather than the thin plot or the cutesy (but mid) songs. So even though it runs a little long, I still liked the message it conveys about self-confidence.
By far the most theater worthy made for video Disney flick.
TOMNEL20 June 2006
I found this movie to be really charming. The plot is that one day Christopher Robin goes missing, and a note is left. Owl translates his note to say that he is in the Skull, and Pooh, Piglet, Tigger, Rabbit and Eeyore all go on an adventure to find him. Most notable about this movie are its songs. The songs in here are worthy of classic Disney musicals. The characters really do have a lot of development over the course of the movie, especially Piglet overcoming his fears. The only problem with this is the animation, which isn't bad, it just isn't great. I highly recommend this charming adventure, and personally think it's only second best to the original 1977 Pooh film.
My rating: ****1/2 out of *****. 71 mins. Rated G.
My rating: ****1/2 out of *****. 71 mins. Rated G.
A different Winnie the Pooh movie
Rectangular_businessman25 August 2012
Warning: Spoilers
Well, from all the Winnie the Pooh animations that I've seen (so far) this has to be the "darkest" one (At least, for the usual Winnie the Pooh standards) However, I don't consider that to be a bad thing, in fact, it was one of the main reasons of why this little film kept my interest from beginning to end, being a bit (just a bit) more serious than the other films based on the same character, but it does still have the charming quality that the Winnie the Pooh have.
Even when this isn't a masterpiece, or a life-changing experience, I consider "Pooh's Grand Adventure: The Search for Christopher Robin" to be a pretty good film, being very well animated (With beautiful sceneries and very appealing designs) and being also very enjoyable to watch.
This was a cute film, with a good message. Like I said before, even when this could be considered as a bit "darker" (Not very much, actually) than the other animations based on the same characters, it is still something pleasant, tender and good-spirited, appropriate for the whole family.
8.5/10
Even when this isn't a masterpiece, or a life-changing experience, I consider "Pooh's Grand Adventure: The Search for Christopher Robin" to be a pretty good film, being very well animated (With beautiful sceneries and very appealing designs) and being also very enjoyable to watch.
This was a cute film, with a good message. Like I said before, even when this could be considered as a bit "darker" (Not very much, actually) than the other animations based on the same characters, it is still something pleasant, tender and good-spirited, appropriate for the whole family.
8.5/10
7/10
arielsiere17 May 2022
Eerie
silveredspirit16 August 2021
"Christopher Robin and I could do nothing."
StevePulaski28 July 2011
Pooh's Grand Adventure, while inferior to the previous installment, is still perfectly acceptable in its own right. This is the saddest Winnie the Pooh film in my memory, but is yet the most delightful because of its message and the way it shows it. The moral is even if you're not accompanied by that special someone, you have them in your heart at all times. What animated film dares tell you something as strong as Winnie the Pooh? My favorite thing that I've admired about the Pooh cartoons is the fact that they are an act of innocence and are as gentle as a feather. There is never any mention of "death" in the show, or even the slightest hint. Even if someone falls from an very high ledge or tree, they brush themselves off, and move on to the next activity.
The plot is reminiscent of the latest movie installment. Christopher Robin is going back to school, but because of Pooh's desire not to hear the news he has, he doesn't tell him. Pooh wakes up to an unaccompanied tree, and no Christopher Robin in sight. Only a note and a jar of honey on Pooh's doorstep. He rounds up the gang, with the exception of Kanga and Roo, and head over to Owl's with the note and jar of honey. Owl says the note says something about Christopher Robin needs help over at School, which he mistakes for "skull." They all become braver than a bee, and stronger than they seem and go on a hunt for their friend.
The sadness and tear-jerking moments flood this short but sweet special. But they aren't like a crying fit more than like a beautiful sadness. Even though things look down, the gang is optimistic about Christopher Robin's return and they keep smiling all the way through the trip.
Like many Pooh specials, there isn't much to say either than they are wonderfully animated, wonderfully told, and just an all out pleasure on screen. Each character all targets a specific feeling or emotion in one's character, and together, it's like they fill everyone's set of emotions. It's beautiful beyond the simplicity and happiness it brings to children.
Voiced by: Jim Cummings, Ken Sansom, John Fiedler, Paul Winchell, Peter Cullen, and Brady Bluhm. Directed by: Karl Geurs.
The plot is reminiscent of the latest movie installment. Christopher Robin is going back to school, but because of Pooh's desire not to hear the news he has, he doesn't tell him. Pooh wakes up to an unaccompanied tree, and no Christopher Robin in sight. Only a note and a jar of honey on Pooh's doorstep. He rounds up the gang, with the exception of Kanga and Roo, and head over to Owl's with the note and jar of honey. Owl says the note says something about Christopher Robin needs help over at School, which he mistakes for "skull." They all become braver than a bee, and stronger than they seem and go on a hunt for their friend.
The sadness and tear-jerking moments flood this short but sweet special. But they aren't like a crying fit more than like a beautiful sadness. Even though things look down, the gang is optimistic about Christopher Robin's return and they keep smiling all the way through the trip.
Like many Pooh specials, there isn't much to say either than they are wonderfully animated, wonderfully told, and just an all out pleasure on screen. Each character all targets a specific feeling or emotion in one's character, and together, it's like they fill everyone's set of emotions. It's beautiful beyond the simplicity and happiness it brings to children.
Voiced by: Jim Cummings, Ken Sansom, John Fiedler, Paul Winchell, Peter Cullen, and Brady Bluhm. Directed by: Karl Geurs.
This movie can do no wrong!
nilanna99910 June 2011
I'm 20 years old and still a Pooh fan. I remembered this movie as a kid so I dug it out and watched it again. Right now, I've taken writing and acting classes so I'm a pretty good judge of movies now.
And this movie succeeds on every single level. It's heart warming without being sappy. It's witty and funny without being cheesy or just stupid. It teaches a message without being too obvious. The songs are catchy and well written with fitting visuals to go along with them. This is one of those movies that doesn't feel like a kid's movie as much as it does a family movie. It's appealing to all ages and can bring a smile to anyone, even during a bad day. Very few kid's movies live up to their potential but you can rest assured that Pooh's Most Grand Adventure delivers more you would expect.
Bottom line, I would recommend this masterpiece to everyone. Your kids shouldn't go through childhood without seeing it at least once.
And this movie succeeds on every single level. It's heart warming without being sappy. It's witty and funny without being cheesy or just stupid. It teaches a message without being too obvious. The songs are catchy and well written with fitting visuals to go along with them. This is one of those movies that doesn't feel like a kid's movie as much as it does a family movie. It's appealing to all ages and can bring a smile to anyone, even during a bad day. Very few kid's movies live up to their potential but you can rest assured that Pooh's Most Grand Adventure delivers more you would expect.
Bottom line, I would recommend this masterpiece to everyone. Your kids shouldn't go through childhood without seeing it at least once.
Lovely for adults and children:)
in_the_shadows_she_crawls7 October 2003
Much better film for children and everybody than many other children movies. Less violent and more true and loving. Tells more about the true things in life the child is good to know about. Wise movie and moving and touching on the deeper level, I- the adult- truly enjoyed the child within me:) Winnie the Pooh really gets to you!!!!!
Too scary for the very young and barely watchable for adults
venividivictoria9 January 2019
I'm a fan of Winnie the Pooh and I find this movie almost offensive. The continued theme of this movie is A.A. Milne's most beloved quote, which is used as a punchline and misspoken over and over again. The tone is dark and spooky and completely lacking of the carefree nature of the original Winnie the Pooh. It's pretty much slapstick from beginning to end. Slapstick isn't comedy for young two and three year olds, it's stressful; and if the adult tells them it's funny, then they will try to mimic it afterwards. I hated it.
Classic Pooh great grins for everyone Not a money grab rip off of an original
davidkinney12 April 2006
Warning: Spoilers
I just got the DVD for my 2 and a half yr old daughter. She loves the silly Ole bear as much as I did as a kid. With all of the sequels to really great classic Disney movies, you would think that the newer pooh would be really awful. (see the book of Pooh for example), however there is not a huge difference between this title and the academy award winning short: Winnie The Pooh and the Blustery Day, which is a bonus feature on the DVD. Rabbits singing voice sounds a bit forced and squeaky, But this isn't American Idol. My daughter sits and watches this one instead of checking in on it while playing or getting into mischief. There are great quote lines, already listed in other reviews, and sight gags that make me laugh and keeps my kids grins and giggles going even in the scarier parts. I don't believe that even young kids will have trouble with nightmares. On the other hand I myself am a Stephen King reader and my daughter is used to seeing movies based on his works, She doesn't really watch with me but she comes in and out of the room without being scared. I guess I would be sure I knew my child and watch with them the first viewing or screen it yourself first if being lost in an unknown woods and strange monster growling (Poohs hungry for honey tummy) might scare them.
I just wish everyone at Disney would stay closer to Walts original vision. Hopefully The Search for Christopher Robin and Bambi 2 are signs of good things to come.
I just wish everyone at Disney would stay closer to Walts original vision. Hopefully The Search for Christopher Robin and Bambi 2 are signs of good things to come.
Winnie the Poohs finest adventure yet
c-583921 May 2018
Warning: Spoilers
Winnie the Pooh: Pooh's Grand Adventure: The Search for Christopher Robin is the best Winnie Movie ever made.
Since its release in 1997, Pooh's Grand Adventure has haunted movie goers with its interlocking story lines that build up the grand scope that is the Pooh Cinematic Universe. It's somber and at times darker theme can appeal to younger and older audiences alike. What sets Pooh's Grand Adventure apart from the rest of the franchise is that this isn't a story based around a gimmick or a newly introduced antagonist. No, this story, is about the characters.
Time and time again, David Warner has should just how powerful plot told through visuals and character interaction can be. Every single character, Piglet to Rabbit, has a time to shine in this movie. Whether it's Eeyore learning about trust, or Tigger learning that his strength comes not from the size of his spring, but of the size of his heart, every character develops in their own way. Now with these kind of movies, you can really only tell two kinds of stories, an adventure to make a new friend, or an adventure to better build a bond between characters. Pooh's Grand Adventure breaks the formula by not telling a story of how friends come together, but rather of how they come apart. Of course the movie begins with Christopher Robin leaving Pooh to go to school, this of course is hurtful to Pooh because he does not know where his friend has gone, he thinks he has abandoned him. Pooh rounds up his bravest, wisest, and toughest friends, being Piglet, Rabbit, Tigger, and Eeyore. There adventure takes them all across the map, even beyond the hundred acre wood. Along the way, the friends come across obstacles that they cannot overcome on their own, but instead of working together with the cliche power of friendship, the friends take the surprising, if not realistic, conclusion that their friends are weighing them down.
This is where Pooh's Grand Adventure really shines, our beloved characters are at their lowest at the climax of the movie, for the first time, not even Pooh had hope. That makes the end of Pooh's adventure and the reunion with Christopher Robin that more satisfying to see. Winnie just never gets old.
Since its release in 1997, Pooh's Grand Adventure has haunted movie goers with its interlocking story lines that build up the grand scope that is the Pooh Cinematic Universe. It's somber and at times darker theme can appeal to younger and older audiences alike. What sets Pooh's Grand Adventure apart from the rest of the franchise is that this isn't a story based around a gimmick or a newly introduced antagonist. No, this story, is about the characters.
Time and time again, David Warner has should just how powerful plot told through visuals and character interaction can be. Every single character, Piglet to Rabbit, has a time to shine in this movie. Whether it's Eeyore learning about trust, or Tigger learning that his strength comes not from the size of his spring, but of the size of his heart, every character develops in their own way. Now with these kind of movies, you can really only tell two kinds of stories, an adventure to make a new friend, or an adventure to better build a bond between characters. Pooh's Grand Adventure breaks the formula by not telling a story of how friends come together, but rather of how they come apart. Of course the movie begins with Christopher Robin leaving Pooh to go to school, this of course is hurtful to Pooh because he does not know where his friend has gone, he thinks he has abandoned him. Pooh rounds up his bravest, wisest, and toughest friends, being Piglet, Rabbit, Tigger, and Eeyore. There adventure takes them all across the map, even beyond the hundred acre wood. Along the way, the friends come across obstacles that they cannot overcome on their own, but instead of working together with the cliche power of friendship, the friends take the surprising, if not realistic, conclusion that their friends are weighing them down.
This is where Pooh's Grand Adventure really shines, our beloved characters are at their lowest at the climax of the movie, for the first time, not even Pooh had hope. That makes the end of Pooh's adventure and the reunion with Christopher Robin that more satisfying to see. Winnie just never gets old.
How can I hate Pooh?
americandragonfreak19 April 2006
Warning: Spoilers
I can't! A Pooh film has never been bad. Pooh's cool. Christopher Robin goes to school, and leaves Pooh a note that says where he is, but Owl misreads it and says Christopher Robin has been captured by a skullasauras. Pooh and his friends go on a journey to find him and run into obstacles.Yjey finally find a cave where they each meet a fate that can be humorous.Children will think some of the film is scary, but it turns out all right in the end. Also, Pooh does have a snack with him. Pooh just can't be bad. He's a sweet bear who loves sweets.
Forever and ever Pooh! The film runs 70 minutes and is unrated although it should have a G rating.
Forever and ever Pooh! The film runs 70 minutes and is unrated although it should have a G rating.
Pooh and pals go on a distressingly scary and risky hunt for Christopher Robin
crescentaluna11 July 2007
Sigh ... another underwhelming Pooh product. I have extreme prejudice for the A. A. Milne books, which makes it very hard for me to enjoy any movie other than the original, but I try to set that aside to let my 2-year-old develop her own love of Pooh. She found this movie alternately scary and boring. Why, why oh why, must films ostensibly for tykes be so, A), amped-up and frightening, and B), based on the morality of sitcoms? You know what I mean -- if you reeely reeely *want* to do it, why, you *can* do it! And then then you all talk about the lesson you just learned! I miss the gentle randomness of the original. I also missed the look of the 100 Acre Wood. I did find this better than our last rental attempt, "Roo's Springtime Adventure," which was flat-out icky
The GREATEST film of all time
j-44132-3464813 May 2021
This film should undoubtedly take its rightful place upon the pantheon of cinema. No one has ever truly watched this film with a critic's eye. All of the so called"critics" giving this movie a 3/10 fail to see this as a work of art. By merely viewing it as children's film, critics fail to unveil the deep, societally challenging overarching themes present with this masterpiece. I shouldn't give any spoilers away, so I won't dive into the plot, but every person alive should watch this film. The runtime says 1 hour and 16 minutes, but your whole worldview can be changed in that short-time. A well-put together plot combines with truly talented voice acting and a fantastic score in order to provide a viewing experience. This film manages to challenge your viewpoint, reflect on your own inadequacies, and round things together with a wholesome reality check addressing the unity of humanity and how we need to see ourselves as a piece of a greater unit, a well-cared for and loved cog in this madness that we call life. Pooh's Grand Adventure is truly a "cinematic masterpiece"
It's a decent flick
oonaheartsnonny9620 November 2014
This is one of the films that I grew up with, so you can imagine all the childhood nostalgia I feel for this movie. I was actually a little surprised at how much people were complaining about the "dark elements" of this movie. I'll admit the Skull stuff is a little avant garde for Winnie the Pooh. However, there's plenty of other children's films that are dark and much worse than this. Something I really like about this film is that our characters travel beyond the Hundred Acre Woods to far off locations in order to "rescue" their human companion. The characters also get into peril in order to find themselves, which is actually pretty impressive for a kid's film. Overall, this is a great adventure that proves "you're braver than you believe, stronger than you seem, and smarter than you think".
Easily a cinematic masterpiece
sammalone-3650512 May 2021
I am not kidding when I say that this movie deserves a place on the pedestal of the greatest movies of all time. I am shocked to see that the movie is under an hour and a half, because of the way the thrilling, fast-paced plot is able to progress while still producing touching, heart-warming moments between the characters. Children can take out simple lessons from this movie: not being afraid of school, bravery within challenges, etc. But when someone older can truly psychoanalytically dissect this movie, it is clear that there is more to the story than meets the eye. We get to see Pooh, Piglet, Eeyore, Rabbit, and Tigger join together on a journey to reunite with their dear friend Christopher Robin. Each character is forced to recognizer and address their own hamartia, relying on each other for support throughout the epic journey. Eeyore's storyline can be viewed as a battle with depression, attempting to find motivation and break out of a cycle of disappointment. Through a bonding adventure with his friends, Eeyore is able to bond and have a cheerful time. Piglet is forced to show bravery at inopportune times. While Piglet is used to being along for the ride and watching other take action, he is forced to confront his own demons and courageously act for himself. Rabbit can clearly be seen as an analogy to leaders in today's world. Rabbit tries to present himself as in charge and capable, but really lacks understanding of just what he is supposed to be doing. Only by opening up to the gang of friends is he able to overcome this particular weakness of his. Tigger is forced to confront his own inadequacies though the form of bouncing. He is never able to quite jump just high enough. In this way, he is like many of us in life, feeling like we are able to and should reach a goal, yet struggling to get there. But when he is called upon in the most critical moment, Tigger is able to come through for the crew. Lastly and most importantly, we come to the case study of Pooh. Pooh is clearly struggling with the grief of his friend Christopher Robin no longer being with him. He is like a child moving away from home, or someone who has lost a close loved one. Pooh is forced to rely upon and friends and confront the necessary demons in order to obtain the strength needed to move on. I could go on further with this analysis, but this review should likely contain some brevity. The soundtrack is impeccable, with small songs sung by many of the characters. Quotable lines are abundant, and needless to say, I use many of them in my daily life. "How I envy you" "if it says so, then it is" "oh bother" "An adventure...is a wonderful thing" "A QUEST!" And the classic "You are braver than you believe, stronger than you feel, and smarter than you think". I haven't even mentioned the classic brand of Pooh humor so hilariously utilized within the movie. Needless to say,I could talk about this movie which i grew up with for countless hours. I highly recommend that every man, woman, and child watch this movie to better their lives. I wish I could give this a higher rating than a 10, that is how good this masterpiece of cinema truly is.
Winnie the Pooh meets Lord of the Rings
klchu18 October 2008
My five year old did not enjoy this movie because Pooh and friends spend most of the movie scared and in perceived peril. Much of the movie looks like they are walking through the Mines of Moria. Everyone is scared, everyone is nervous and it translates right to the kids watching. The gang just goes from one bad situation to another. What is the point? At the end of the movie (which does end sweetly) my daughter exclaimed, "I never want to see that movie again!" As for the DVD extras, I've never been a fan of how Disney handles the heffalumps. Every heffalump sequence seems like an acid trip. The DVD includes an older episode featuring morphing heffalumps. It was just more disturbing stuff that my kid didn't enjoy.
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