Brother Bear

Buena Vista Pictures | Release Date: October 24, 2003

6.5	USER SCORE Generally favorable reviews based on 154 Ratings

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PaulaW.Nov 12, 2003

The poor reviews are hard to understand. Brother Bear is a kid's movie, and as a kid's movie it is great. It's got endearing characters, lots of cute animals, and gorgeously animated scenery. The moose provide comic relief, The poor reviews are hard to understand. Brother Bear is a kid's movie, and as a kid's movie it is great. It's got endearing characters, lots of cute animals, and gorgeously animated scenery. The moose provide comic relief, and the moral of the story is a nice lesson about maturity. Just one caveat: the hunting scenes were a little too intense for the 27-month old who saw it with me, even though there is no actual gore. Oh, and the Phil Collins songs are skippable. I actually enjoyed this more than The Lion King, which to me seemed to be trying too hard to bring the adults in with a story that nevertheless remains kiddie-level. I also liked it better than Shrek, which just annoyed me with its precocious attempt at hipness. It was more heartwarming and aesthetically pleasing than Ice Age. It didn't have the clever charm of Lilo and Stitch, but I don't think kids really need that. There's plenty of time for cleverness and snark later in life. Let kids be kids - take them to see Brother Bear. … Expand

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Carlos200Nov 11, 2018

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Brother Bear is awesome movie! Why did get such bad reviews? I have no idea, but I know one thing. His story, music and message are so good!… Expand

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PedroCorreaSep 16, 2019

I really can't understand the critics bad reception to this movie: The comedy is decent, all the characters are charismatic, the soundtrack is amazing, the animation is beautiful and the story is deeply touching. In my opinion, it's one ofI really can't understand the critics bad reception to this movie: The comedy is decent, all the characters are charismatic, the soundtrack is amazing, the animation is beautiful and the story is deeply touching. In my opinion, it's one of Disney's best animations, alongside The Lion King, The Hunchback of Notre-Dame, Beauty and the Beast, and Aladdin.… Expand

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Mutty99Jul 24, 2020

Don't pay attention to the Metascore, this movie is much better than it may seem at first glance. The OST is over the top, and the way the story develops is clever, entertaining and memorable. Not only my favourite Disney classic, but also myDon't pay attention to the Metascore, this movie is much better than it may seem at first glance. The OST is over the top, and the way the story develops is clever, entertaining and memorable. Not only my favourite Disney classic, but also my favourite movie of all time. MUST SEE!… Expand

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Halozone16Sep 24, 2011

This is the great movie whe i was child, but sometimes is simmilar to the other movies.
But is funny, beautiful the forest, and drama. Well is short than the others disney movies, but great.

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anonreviewApr 23, 2011

In terms of childhood favorites, this movie is certainly up there. Amazing visuals and soundtrack, excellent plot, and funny dialogue, this movie is one of the greats of Disney's creations. Excellent, worth the 10 stars, and a must-see forIn terms of childhood favorites, this movie is certainly up there. Amazing visuals and soundtrack, excellent plot, and funny dialogue, this movie is one of the greats of Disney's creations. Excellent, worth the 10 stars, and a must-see for Disney Die-Hards.… Expand

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klyted2Feb 29, 2016

im giving it a 7 cuz of his **** brother who turned his brother into a bear over self defence wtf thats stupid but this movie is funny at times but it lacks allot of music

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JPKDec 12, 2019

Decent In Retrospect
With the Joker himself (Joaquin Phoenix) as the lead character and other good casting, Brother Bear isn’t perfect, But it’s fun film.

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SakataOct 6, 2018

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. "Brother Bear" is a film with a delicate theme about forgiveness and family. Despite a story with a controversial plot twist (at least controversial enough for the following events) the film entertains and charms its audience. Perhaps one of Disney's most underretad films.… Expand

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EsvelynnAug 14, 2019

I grew up with this movie. I love it with all my heart. The animation style, the characters, the colours, the Depiction of the Inuit culture... it’s wonderful!!!!

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sil3nt_nickMar 27, 2013

Great tale of a boy learning the ways of the wild bear after he kills one, avenging his brother's death. He learns throughout the film about the bear's point of view, accompanied by a young bear named Koda.