An enjoyable movie as it tells the tale of a father’s struggle (Matt Damon) in trying to keep everything together while coming to terms with the death of his beloved wife. He feels stuck and needs a change, and what better way to do this then moving and running away from your problems by buying a neglected property which comes with it’s very own set of wildlife features. Toss a few other likely scenarios (son hates father for neglecting him) and you have the very loveable film that is We Bought a Zoo. Yes the Zoo is real and so is Matt Damon.
Besides the running cost, Ben had to deal with the Circle of Life too
Have to say I probably even doubted the entertainment value when I was dragged to watch this film. It looks and sounds way to family orientated for my liking and fixing a run down zoo just might not be my thing. I was way surprised when after 20 minutes of the film I was still hooked! Okay sure I wasn’t screaming with excitement but you really wanted to see how this movie would turn out. Hooray for animals!
Growl? Purr? Woof? Hi?
We bought a Zoo is an enjoyable light hearted drama even if it deals with topics such as father-son relationship, buying crappy properties and the passing of a loved one. In the end it celebrates the human spirit and that itself will draw out most people to watch it.
Rating
Thumbs up! 3/5 Stars.
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