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The Wild Thornberrys Movie

Eliza and Debbie are two sisters who don�t always get along. But their relationship is put to the test when Debbie�s life is in danger, and Eliza might have to give up her power to talk to animals.

Starring: Lacey Chabert, Tom Kane
Directed by: Cathy Malkasian, Jeff McGrath
Runtime: 1 hour 26 minutes
Release year: 2002
Studio: Paramount

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Synopsis: Eliza and Debbie are two sisters who don�t always get along. But their relationship is put to the test when Debbie�s life is in danger, and Eliza might have to give up her power to talk to animals.

Starring: Lacey Chabert, Tom Kane

Supporting actors: Cree Summer, Tim Curry, Lynn Redgrave, Jodi Carlisle, Danielle Harris, Flea, Crystal Scales, Kimberly Brooks, Alfre Woodard, Brock Peters, Melissa Greenspan, Alexandra Boyd, Moira Quirk, Tara Strong, Hynden Walch, Mae Whitman, Roger Jackson, Cathy Malkasian, Jeff McGrath, Eryk Casemiro

Directed by: Cathy Malkasian, Jeff McGrath

Genre: Adventure, Animation, Family, Comedy, Fantasy

Runtime: 1 hour 26 minutes

Captions and Subtitles: Details

Release year: 2002

Studio: Paramount

MPAA Rating: Rated PG for some adventure peril

ASIN: B000IYY612 (Rental) and B000ID3LB4 (Purchase)

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Rental rights: 48 hour viewing period Details

Purchase rights: Stream instantly and download to 2 locations. Details

Format: Amazon Instant Video (streaming online video and digital download)

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5.0 out of 5 stars A rollicking adventure through the African jungle March 5, 2003

By Sarah TOP 500 REVIEWERVINE™ VOICE

It has to be said: although I'm a twentysomething, I still *love * to watch Nickelodeon cartoons, my absolute favourite being "The Wild Thornberrys." I've seen every episode (many more than once), and I was a little skeptical at the thought of a full-length animated movie.

Happily, the movie far surpassed my wildest expectations. The animation looks great, including the use of several CGI elements not present in the series (at some moments it reminded me of "The Lion King"). There is enough background information included (including the opening credits of the series) that newcomers won't feel left behind. The whole Thornberry gang is here, including the addition of Nigel's parents, and several new characters as well. The voice work is fantastic, including such well-known names as Tim Curry as Nigel, Red Hot Chili Peppers' Flea as Donnie, Rupert Everett as the baddie, and Marisa Tomei. The music is an eclectic mix of traditional and modern, featuring such talents as Sting, Dave Matthews, P. Diddy and Brandy, Youssou D'Nour, Sting, Baha Men, Nick Carter, Peter Gabriel and Hugh Masekela.

The story finds Eliza Thornberry, a twelve-year old with the magical ability to talk to animals, on a hunt for migrating elephants with her family, who are award-winning naturalists. Eliza's older sister Debbie is a moody, pop culture-obsessed Valley Girl who hates all the wilderness trekking. Donnie is the Bornean wild boy that the Thornberrys adopted, who is always causing trouble by making messes and stuffing things up his nose or down his pants. Darwin is Eliza's best friend, a chimpanzee with very human tastes, including his obsession with Cheese Munchies. Eliza starts out playing with the cubs of a cheetah friend, but when one of them is stolen by a poacher Eliza must rescue him. However, her parents send her to a London boarding school, where Eliza is miserable and doesn't fit in. The rest of the movie you'll have to see to believe!

There are some scary chase scenes, wounded animals and tense moments that might upset younger viewers, but overall "The Thornberrys Movie" does an excellent job of bringing the show to the big screen while remaining faithful to the humour, excellent ethnic music, and magical elements of the original series. One of the things that I love the most about the "Wild Thornberrys" is that the episodes take viewers all around the world, and the show's producers try to avoid ethnic stereotypes with the various characters, as well as adding authentic music and traditions. This is one cartoon that is witty, educational and downright fun for the whole family. There's something for everyone with "The Wild Thornberrys Movie."

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7 of 7 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent Movie for All Ages January 5, 2003

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This cartoon movie, based on the kids' tv series, is an excellent movie to entertain people of all ages. It is visually stimulating and fast paced, capturing the attention of even young children for the duration of the movie. It delivers a wonderful message, without forcing it on the audience. You will walk away from this movie feeling great.

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8 of 9 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Entertaining for young and old alike! January 3, 2003

By Donn C. Richardson

The theme of this movie is revealed on the theatrical posters. "You don't have to have extraordinary powers to do extraordinary things." What an empowering message for children saturated by super-powered heros every day of the week, as well as on the big screen!
The Thornberrys are a weekly cartoon and we'd never seen it, but the previews in the theaters looked so good, we thought we'd try it.
Needless to say, at 62, I and my wife were the oldest people in the theater by far.
We weren't disappointed. There was a lot of business thrown in for the younger set, (Mud, food fights, etc.) but also a lot of funny things which appealed to adults. Especially the sarcastic valley girl older sister, who learns some lessons herself. It's the kind of humor animators have been slipping into kids shows on television to keep the adults in the audience too. The story is good if you are willing to go along with it, after all, it is a cartoon!
As soon as I got home, I emailed my sisters suggesting they might want to take their grandchildren to see it. (If they need an excuse to be seen at a "kids" movie.) I'd say there are a few scenes which may be intense for anyone under five, but everyone above that age should really enjoy it, even "grand-parent aged" people.

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