WE BOUGHT A ZOO MOVIE (DVD) REVIEW + GIVEAWAY

WE BOUGHT A ZOO is “a sweet-natured tale…that you’ll want to see with your kids”

Directed by acclaimed filmmaker Cameron Crowe (Almost Famous, Jerry Maguire) and starring Matt Damon (Contagion, True Grit), Scarlett Johansson (Iron Man 2, Vicky Cristina Barcelona) and Thomas Haden Church (Easy A, Sideways).

Benjamin Mee (Damon) is a Los Angeles newspaper columnist and adventure writer who, as a single father, faces the challenges of raising his two young children. Hoping that a fresh start and a new life will restore their family spirit, Mee quits his job and buys an old rural house outside the city with a unique bonus feature: a zoo named the Rosemoor Animal Park, where dozens of animals reside under the care of head zookeeper Kelly Foster (Johansson) and her dedicated team. With no experience, limited time and a shoestring budget, Mee sets out with the support of his family and the local community to reopen the zoo. Now, Benjamin is no longer reporting an adventure story; he’s living it in his own backyard.

When I saw this movie advertised when at the theatre I knew this was a movie I definitely would want to see, I was right! I love how heartwarming this movie is. As a parent I can relate to Benjamin Mee who just wants to do what’s right for our children. Along the way we make mistakes but we have their interest at heart. The movie will defintely keep you wanting more! They even offer this movie with a Dove Seal of Approval! You can also print off the faith based study guide for free to go with the movie.