Grizzly Mountain
Grizzly Mountain

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Grizzly Mountain

1997
Movie
96 min
English

Present-day Portland suburbs kids Dylan and Nicole go on the camping trip with their family, and when they enter a mysterious cave in the mountains, they're transported back in time to 1870, where they meet mountain man Jeremiah.

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IMDb6.4/10
Director: John C. KelleyGenres: Adventure, Family, Drama

Plot Summary

A young boy, escaping a troubled home life, finds solace and adventure in the wilderness when he befriends a wild grizzly bear. He embarks on a journey to protect his ursine companion from poachers and the encroachment of civilization.

Critical Reception

Grizzly Mountain received a generally lukewarm reception, often described as a well-intentioned but somewhat predictable family film. While praised for its scenic cinematography and the heartwarming bond between the boy and the bear, critics noted a lack of originality and depth in its storytelling.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its visual appeal and the positive portrayal of human-animal connection.

  • Criticized for a formulaic plot that offers little surprise.

  • Seen as a earnest, though unremarkable, family adventure.

Google audience: Audience reviews are sparse, but those available often highlight the film's appeal to younger viewers, with some parents appreciating the nature-focused themes and the absence of excessive violence.

Fun Fact

The film was shot on location in the scenic wilderness of Montana, aiming to capture the raw beauty of grizzly bear habitats.

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