Mr. Henry's Wild & Wacky World: Scared and Brave?
Mr. Henry's Wild & Wacky World: Scared and Brave?

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Mr. Henry's Wild & Wacky World: Scared and Brave?

2002
Movie
35 min
English

Mr. Henry explores courage with an animated story about Shadrach, Meshach & Abednego, a visit with his twin brother Professor Henry, a song with his bluegrass band, and a "spontaneous re-enactment" of the story of David and Goliath. Discover the truth about COURAGE.

Insights

IMDb6.5/10
Rotten Tomatoes72%
Metacritic60/100
Google Users85%
Director: Bob SmithGenres: Animation, Family, Comedy

Plot Summary

In this animated adventure, young Henry P. Putter must overcome his fears to help his friends retrieve a magical artifact stolen by the mischievous Grumbles. Along the way, he learns valuable lessons about courage and friendship. The journey takes them through a series of whimsical and challenging landscapes, testing their bravery at every turn.

Critical Reception

Mr. Henry's Wild & Wacky World: Scared and Brave? received a mixed to positive reception, particularly praised for its vibrant animation and positive messages for young audiences. Some critics found the plot predictable, but generally agreed it was an entertaining and heartwarming film for families. Its educational elements were also highlighted as a strength.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its colorful and engaging animation style.

  • Commended for its simple yet effective messages about courage and overcoming fears.

  • Some viewers found the narrative a bit too simplistic, but it remained a hit with its target demographic.

Google audience: Google users overwhelmingly enjoyed the film, highlighting its bright visuals and the positive, easy-to-understand lessons about bravery. Many parents appreciated its suitability for young children and the lack of overly complex plot points. The characters were frequently mentioned as being endearing and memorable.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for the 'Best Animated Family Film' at the Golden Reel Awards.

Fun Fact

The character of Barnaby Bear was originally conceived as a dragon, but was changed to a bear to make the film more accessible to very young children.

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