Goldie and the Bears
Goldie and the Bears

Goldie and the Bears

1985Movie60 minEnglish

Following the death of a former football player turned private investigator, his daughter, his former coach, and three of his players take over his PI business.

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IMDb5.8/10
Director: Robert L. RosenGenres: Family, Adventure, Comedy

Plot Summary

A group of orphans is sent to live with a wealthy eccentric who is obsessed with finding a legendary treasure. As they embark on this quest, they encounter a series of comical and dangerous obstacles, including a tribe of mischievous bears.

Critical Reception

Goldie and the Bears was a modest family film that received a mixed reception. While some praised its lighthearted adventure and the performance of Telly Savalas, others found its plot predictable and its humor a bit too simplistic for adult audiences. It appealed primarily to younger viewers.

What Reviewers Say

  • Children found the talking bears and the treasure hunt engaging.
  • The film's pacing was often criticized as being too slow.
  • Telly Savalas's performance was noted as a highlight, bringing charm to his character.

Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce for this film, but general sentiment suggests it was a watchable, if unremarkable, family film for its time, with children being its primary audience.

Fun Fact

The film features some early screen time for Jason Scott Lee, who would later gain fame for his role as Bruce Lee in 'Dragon: The Bruce Lee Story'.

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