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***Gentle Ben in the wilds of Northern California with Dean Cain and Ashley Laurence***
A boy from Los Angeles (Reiley McClendon) visits his ranger uncle (Dean Cain) in remote Northern California where he tries to save a friendly black ...
Gentle Ben
2002Movie100 minEnglish
When Mark goes for a visit with his uncle he's thrown into a world he knows not much about. Little does he know it'll be a world he's going to have to become very familiar with. One character Mark becomes very familiar and friendly with is a very tame black bear who he later names Ben
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IMDb6.3/10
Director: Dean Hamilton•Genres: Family, Adventure, Drama
Plot Summary
A young boy named Mark forms a deep bond with a gentle black bear named Ben in the Florida Everglades. Their friendship is threatened when a greedy hunter sets his sights on Ben, forcing Mark and his father to protect their beloved companion.
Critical Reception
The 2002 television film 'Gentle Ben' was generally well-received by audiences, particularly families, for its heartwarming story and portrayal of the human-animal bond. Critics often noted its wholesome nature and suitable content for younger viewers, though some found the plot predictable.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its touching depiction of friendship between a boy and a bear.
- Commended for its family-friendly themes and scenic Everglades setting.
- Some viewers found the narrative to be straightforward and somewhat simplistic.
Google audience: Audience feedback is limited due to its TV movie nature and age, but general sentiment often highlights its appeal as a gentle, albeit predictable, family film that successfully conveys themes of conservation and animal companionship.
Fun Fact
This 2002 film is actually a remake of the 1967-1969 CBS television series of the same name, which also focused on the bond between a boy and a black bear.
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