Alaska
Alaska

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Alaska

1996
Movie
109 min
English

Jake Barnes and his two kids, Sean and Jessie, have moved to Alaska after his wife died. He is a former airline pilot now delivering toilet paper across the mountains. During an emergency delivery in a storm his plane goes down somewhere in the mountains. Annoyed that the authorities aren't doing enough, Jessie and Sean set out on an adventure to find their father with the help of a polar bear which they have saved from a ferocious poacher. Conflict ensues.

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IMDb6.1/10
Google Users78%
Director: Fraser HestonGenres: Adventure, Family

Plot Summary

A young girl, Jessie Barnes, finds herself stranded in the Alaskan wilderness with an orphaned polar bear cub. She forms a deep bond with the cub, whom she names Nanook, and must protect him from poachers and the harsh environment. As they face numerous challenges together, Jessie learns about survival, responsibility, and the profound connection between humans and animals.

Critical Reception

Alaska was a modest family film that received a mixed to negative reception from critics, primarily due to its predictable plot and perceived lack of originality. However, audiences, particularly younger viewers, found it to be a heartwarming and enjoyable adventure, praising the animal performances and the beautiful Alaskan scenery.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its stunning cinematography of the Alaskan landscape.

  • The bond between the young protagonist and the polar bear cub is considered charming.

  • Criticized for a predictable storyline and underdeveloped characters.

Google audience: Google users generally found "Alaska" to be a heartwarming and visually appealing family film. Many appreciated the story's focus on the bond between a girl and an animal, and the beautiful scenery was frequently highlighted as a positive aspect. Some reviewers noted that while the plot was simple, it was nonetheless engaging for younger audiences.

Fun Fact

The film features a number of real polar bears, including one named 'Cool' who was trained to interact with the actors.

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Dan_Tebasco

Dan_Tebasco

**Actually pretty good, one of the better wildlife/animal family films of the 90's.** Definitly ALOT better than for instance THE AMAZING PANDA ADVENTURE which was released the year before, with some perfectly fine acting from even the k...

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