The Jungle Bunch
The Jungle Bunch

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The Jungle Bunch

2017
Movie
97 min
French

Maurice may look like a penguin - but he's a real tiger inside! Raised by a tigress, he's the clumsiest kung-fu master ever. Along with his friends, The Jungle Bunch, he intends to maintain order and justice in the jungle, as his mother did before he. But Igor, an evil koala, wants to destroy the jungle once and for all—helped by his army of silly baboons.

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IMDb5.5/10
Google Users73%
Director: David AlauxGenres: Animation, Adventure, Comedy

Plot Summary

In the heart of the jungle, a young boy named Junior, who was raised by a pack of jungle animals, accidentally stumbles upon a tiger cub that has escaped from a circus. He decides to help the cub get back to its mother, embarking on an adventure with his animal friends.

Critical Reception

The Jungle Bunch received a generally mixed to positive reception, primarily praised for its vibrant animation and suitability for young children. Some critics found the plot predictable, while others appreciated its lighthearted humor and positive messages about friendship and diversity.

What Reviewers Say

  • Visually appealing animation and colorful characters.

  • Engaging for very young audiences with simple humor.

  • Familiar story with a straightforward, albeit predictable, narrative.

Google audience: Audiences generally enjoyed The Jungle Bunch for its bright, colorful animation and its suitability for young children. Many found the characters endearing and the story to be a fun, lighthearted adventure. Some parents noted that while it might be simple for older children, it holds the attention of toddlers and preschoolers effectively.

Fun Fact

The film is based on the popular French animated TV series of the same name, which first aired in 2011.

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