Synopsis
When an impulsive boy named Kenai is magically transformed into a bear, he must literally walk in another's footsteps until he learns some valuable life lessons. His courageous and often zany journey introduces him to a forest full of wildlife, including the lovable bear cub Koda, hilarious moose Rutt and Tuke, woolly mammoths and rambunctious rams.
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Cast
- Joaquin PhoenixKenai (voice)
- Jeremy SuarezKoda (voice)
- Jason RaizeDenahi (voice)
- Rick MoranisRutt (voice)
- Dave ThomasTuke (voice)
- D.B. SweeneySitka (voice)
- Joan CopelandTanana (voice)
- Michael Clarke DuncanTug (voice)
- Harold GouldOld Denahi (voice)
- Paul ChristieRam #1 (voice)
Recommendations
- 75
USA Today
A sweet celebration of brotherhood in its many forms. It gently encourages human communion with animals, nature and our fellow man. - 70
The Hollywood Reporter
A playful movie that celebrates nature and the spirit world with striking imagery and a smooth blend of drama and comedy. - 60
Variety
A very mild animated entry from Disney with a distinctly recycled feel. - 50
Entertainment Weekly
Mark it: Phil Collins officially has nothing more to teach us. The tunes he's composed for Brother Bear are so generic, they're modular. - 50
Christian Science Monitor
All the old Disney trademarks are here, except the wit and surprise that were once the studio's stock in trade. There's little appeal to grownups, but kids should enjoy it. - 50
The New York Times
This opulent movie, with gorgeous rainbow animation, is heavy on message but light on humor. - 50
New York Daily News
Though Brother Bear is as beautiful as any of Disney's hand-drawn features, the gang-written script is deadly flat. - 40
Village Voice
Tykes may giggle at the Rick Moranis/Dave Thomas–voiced moose, but there's little for adults.
