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Bambi (1942)

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Reviews Counted:38

Fresh:34

Rotten:4

Average Rating:8/10

Consensus: Elegantly animated and deeply touching, Bambi is an enduring, endearing, and moving Disney classic.

Runtime: 69 mins

Genre: Childrens

Synopsis: A fawn named Bambi is born, destined to become "Prince of the Forest." He soon befriends other woodland creatures such as Flower, a bashful skunk, and Thumper, an outgoing rabbit. As the years... A fawn named Bambi is born, destined to become "Prince of the Forest." He soon befriends other woodland creatures such as Flower, a bashful skunk, and Thumper, an outgoing rabbit. As the years pass, they encounter a number of life's lessons in the woods, including the death of Bambi's mother at the hands of hunters. Eventually, Bambi comes of age, completing the cycle of life and taking his father's place. Based on the classic novel by Felix Salten, BAMBI demonstrates the strength of family values and camaraderie. Director David Hand adds a mixture of great songs and life-like backgrounds to make this early Disney film an unforgettable film classic for all ages. [More]

Starring: Peter Behn, Paula Winslowe, Bobby Stewart, Cammie King

Starring: Peter Behn, Paula Winslowe, Bobby Stewart, Cammie King, Donnie Dunagan, Hardie Albright, John Sutherland, Sam Edwards, Sterling Holloway, Ann Gillis

Director: David D. Hand

Director: David D. Hand
Producer: Walt Disney
Story: Felix Salten
Composer: Frank Churchill, Edward Plumb

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Mar 1, 2005

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  • Bambi Special Edition
  • The forest comes alive with BAMBI, the critically acclaimed coming-of-age story that has thrilled and entertained generations of fans. Now digitally restored with state-of-the-art technology, BAMBI sparkles in this new Special Edition. This grand adventure is full of humor, heart, and the most beloved characters of all time -- Bambi, the wide-eyed fawn, his playful pal Thumper, the lovable skunk Flower, and wise Friend Owl. Featuring breathtakingly beautiful artwork and Academy Award(R)- nominated music (1942, Best Scoring Of A Dramatic Or Comedy Picture and Best Song, "Love Is A Song") Bambi's story unfolds from season to season as the young prince of the forest learns valuable lessons about friendship, love, and the miracle of life. Everyone will be "twitterpated" by this endearing classic tale of BAMBI, one of Walt Disney's greatest triumphs and a film experience you'll never forget.
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    Reviews for Bambi

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    “Look, Ma! No fungus and no moss-syphilis!”

    Full Review Source: Slant Magazine | comment 1 Comment
    03/03/05
    Eric Henderson
    Eric Henderson
    Slant Magazine

    There are two ways to look at Bambi/i>: as a museum piece or as entertainment. Focus on the latter and the film unravels.

    Full Review Source: Reno Gazette-Journal | comment Comment
    04/08/05
    Forrest Hartman
    Forrest Hartman
    Reno Gazette-Journal

    Bambi is . . . MALE?!

    Full Review Source: Movie Gurus | comment 2 Comments
    02/28/05
    James O'Ehley
    James O'Ehley
    Movie Gurus

    Overrated by people who never read the original book and think kids' voices with speech impediments are cute.

    comment 2 Comments
    06/17/04
    Luke Y. Thompson
    Luke Y. Thompson
    New Times

    For the first time, Disney has done his backgrounds in oils instead of watercolors. The result is striking.

    Full Review Source: TIME Magazine | comment Comment
    09/02/08
    TIME Magazine

    A beautifully realised milestone in children's animation that balances outright sentiment with gentle wit, and negotiates its darker moments with skill.

    Full Review Source: Channel 4 Film | comment Comment
    09/02/08
    Channel 4 Film

    A brilliantly animated, heart-tugging parable.

    Full Review Source: TV Guide's Movie Guide | comment Comment
    01/01/00
    TV Guide's Movie Guide

    From Disney's richest period, interleaving splendid animation with vulgar Americana.

    Full Review Source: Time Out | comment Comment
    01/26/06
    Time Out

    It still brings tears to my eyes. Disney at its finest.

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    07/16/03
    Alex Sandell
    Alex Sandell
    Juicy Cerebellum

    The fun and fear, the silliness and heartbreak, are taken to vivid extremes by Walt's entwining of high art and what snobs will always deride as Disney-kitsch.

    Full Review Source: Empire Magazine | comment Comment
    02/02/05
    Andrew Osmond
    Andrew Osmond
    Empire Magazine

    No review available.

    comment Comment
    10/10/02
    Audrey Rock-Richardson
    Audrey Rock-Richardson
    Tooele Transcript-Bulletin (Utah)

    No review available.

    comment Comment
    07/15/03
    Blake French
    Blake French
    NutzWorld

    People just really like cuddly animals, and there's not a dang thing you can do about it.

    Full Review Source: Filmcritic.com | comment Comment
    02/24/05
    Christopher Null
    Christopher Null
    Filmcritic.com

    Among the best Disney animated features

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    05/12/05
    Daniel Eagan
    Daniel Eagan
    Film Journal International

    No review available.

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    04/02/04
    Daniel M. Kimmel
    Daniel M. Kimmel
    Worcester Telegram & Gazette

    Bambi is probably one of the best movies ever made, if not THE best.

    Full Review Source: Cinemaphile.org | comment Comment
    01/01/00
    David Keyes
    David Keyes
    Cinemaphile.org

    With an emphasis on character development over plot, the film isn't quite as accessible as some of Disney's more recent efforts...

    Full Review Source: Reel Film Reviews | comment Comment
    05/08/05
    David Nusair
    David Nusair
    Reel Film Reviews

    In 1942, the emotional scene in which Bambi's mother is killed by hunters was controversial: Some critics charged that it traumatized young children while defenders claimed that it was honest, realistic, and less graphic than its depiction in the book.

    Full Review Source: EmanuelLevy.Com | comment Comment
    03/30/07
    Emanuel Levy
    Emanuel Levy
    EmanuelLevy.Com

    Still a fantastic fable with some excellent animation and a great story

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    08/09/07
    Felix Vasquez Jr.
    Felix Vasquez Jr.
    Film Threat

    sad beyond belief, but lovely to look at and listen to

    comment Comment
    08/04/02
    James Sanford
    James Sanford
    Kalamazoo Gazette
     
     
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