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We Bought a Zoo (2011) Reviews

We Bought a Zoo (2011)
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A widower (Matt Damon) purchases a zoo in order to bring his family back together in this Twentieth Century Fox adaptation of Benjamin Mee's autobiographical memoir. Cameron Crowe (Almost Famous) writes and directs based on a script by Aline Brosh McKenna. ~ Jeremy Wheeler, Rovi

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Starring:
Matt Damon, Scarlett Johansson, (more)
Director(s):
Cameron Crowe
Theatrical MPAA Rating:
PG
Format(s):
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Marie F.

Before seeing the movie, I thought it had possibilities for viewing with my grandchildren. However, this is ultimately not a story about buying a zoo. It's a profoundly moving story about bereavement. The bizarre idea of buying the zoo is derived from Benjamin Mee's need to distract himself and his children from this terribly painful loss. As a dramatic slice of life as all too many can relate to, it is meaningful and encouraging.

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John and Jay F.

We thought this was an average story. The movie is mainly about a family who is dealing with the loss of the mother and how they emotionally are able to repair themselves through the purchase of a country property. I was expecting much more zoo story. No violence, which is good, but kids may be bored with the film.

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Rasoul S.

Wonderful story. Very enjoyable.

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Linda S.

Beatiful story. (Disney style) family movie. Some very moving, teary-eyed moments. I did not find it to be funny at all.

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Natalie P.

Great movie! Loved it! Very endearing and encouraging. Made me feel like adopting some pets or opening a zoo!! Very entertaining and great story about perseverance.

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Chris K.

Unexpectedly good. Very well done, great feel good movie. Don't we all wish we could just drop what we're doing and start a new life.

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Richard L.

Excellent family movie. A movie for a family who has lost a parent and spouse, and having to move forward with thier lives. The movie was paced perfectly. The movie is also wonderful for those who care about all aninmals.

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Rebecca G.

My Husband and I just loved this movie, it didn't really keep the intrest of our kids, but over all we think this is one to add to our "must own" list!

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William C.

Overall I liked this movie and so did my family, but is it that hard to make a movie without foul language and nobody kisses? PG movies like this make me consider buying one of those devices that block the bad language.

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William and Christine S.

Nice story concept but execution fell flat. Slow, boring and no chemistry between characters. Damon's performance was dissappointing.

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    Heather J.

    Very funny! Scarlett Johansson was wonderful. Benjamin Mee is a very likable character, someone you'd like to hang out with. Maggie Elizabeth Jones was Marvelous. As others have mentioned it is not meant to be a comedy but it is. It is also a movie about grief and figuring out how to survive it.

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    Shawann B.

    We rented this for a family movie night (kids 3, 5, 5). They liked the movie, but there were several instances where there's cussing. We weren't really prepared for it, and it pops up several times throughout the movie. If this isn't an issue for you, then I'd recommend the movie

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    Tawna B.

    What a good movie! The story was fulfilling, even better that it's based on real events. The acting was great, Maggie Elizabeth Jones did such a nice acting job for her age! Entirely fantastic!

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