Disneynature Bears

About Disneynature Bears

Released in 2014 by Disneynature, the movie "Bears" is a heartwarming documentary that offers a close-up view into the lives of a family of brown bears. The movie is an adventurous journey that takes you through the Alaskan wilderness, where life can be harsh and challenging. You will meet a bear mother named Sky and her two cubs - Amber and Scout. The film captures their struggle to survive and thrive - Sky takes on threats of predators to protect her cubs and teach them life skills. Throughout the film, viewers witness a testament to the power of a mother's love and the incredible life cycle of nature.

Making / Production

Disneynature’s Bears was directed by Alastair Fothergill and Keith Scholey. These filmmakers had previously worked on successful Disneynature films like "African Cats" and "Chimpanzee." Filming took place in the Alaskan Peninsula's national parks where the crew had limited access, making it a challenging experience. The crew had to be careful not to disturb the wild animals and their natural behavior during the filming process.

Actors

• John C. Reilly - He was the narrator of the film. His warm and humor-filled voice added depth to the journey of the brown bear family, giving viewers a vivid depiction of the lives of Sky, Amber, and Scout.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• This was Disneynature’s seventh theatrical release since its establishment in April 2008.
• Unlike previous Disneynature's films, 'Bears' only features one narrator instead of a variety of voices for different characters.

Quotes

• "Motherhood - It's beautiful, it's moving, and it can even be downright heroic."
• "Sky has got to eat enough to last her all winter because this is her last chance, as those mountains start calling her to sleep."

Music, Soundtrack

• The musical score for Disneynature’s Bears was composed by George Fenton, who has collaborated on previous Disneynature films.
• The film also features the song "Carry On" from Olivia Holt.