The Son of Bigfoot
The Son of Bigfoot

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The Son of Bigfoot

2017
Movie
92 min
English

Teenage outsider Adam sets out on an epic and daring quest to uncover the mystery behind his long-lost dad, only to find out that he is none other than the legendary Bigfoot! He has been hiding deep in the forest for years to protect himself and his family from HairCo., a giant corporation eager to run scientific experiments with his special DNA. As father and son start making up for lost time after the boy's initial disbelief, Adam soon discovers that he too is gifted with superpowers beyond his imagination. But little do they know, HairCo. is on their tail as Adam's traces have led them to Bigfoot!

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IMDb6.1/10
Google Users73%
Director: Ben Stassen, Jérémie DegrusGenres: Animation, Adventure, Comedy, Family

Plot Summary

Young Adam ventures on a daring quest to find his long-lost father, who has been living as a hermit in the forest for years. He soon discovers that his father is none other than Bigfoot, who has been hiding from a nefarious corporation that wants to exploit his scientific discoveries. Together, they must evade the corporation's agents and protect the forest and its inhabitants.

Critical Reception

The Son of Bigfoot received a mixed-to-positive reception from critics and audiences, generally praised for its vibrant animation and heartwarming message about family and environmentalism. However, some found the plot to be somewhat predictable and derivative of other animated films. It performed moderately well at the box office, particularly in international markets.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its colorful and engaging animation style.

  • Appreciated for its positive messages about environmental protection and family bonds.

  • Criticized by some for a predictable storyline and lack of originality.

Google audience: Audiences generally enjoyed the film's visual appeal and its themes of finding one's identity and protecting nature. Many found it to be a fun and engaging watch for families, although a few viewers noted that the plot didn't offer many surprises.

Fun Fact

The film was produced by nWave Pictures, a Belgian animation studio known for its 3D animated family films.

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