As we all grow older and become busier in our lives, it is important that we remain grounded. We must always be grateful for the Earth and the resources it provides for us. Keep reading to discover 5 unique movies that portray various environments and ecosystems around our beautiful planet.
What better way to admire the wildlife and environments of this planet than to sit back and enjoy a movie with intense visual beauty and animation. Disney’s The Lion King (1994) is a gorgeous example of ecological harmony. Originally adapted from Shakespeare’s: Hamlet, Disney takes a different approach with this film and uses African Sahara environments and species to portray conflict and resolution. The plot is mature enough to allow all ages to enjoy the film and learn its lessons. With visual beauty, and an easy-to-follow storyline, this film is a great choice for easy entertainment.
(Image – The Lion King (1994). IMDB.com. 11 November, 2024
2. Rio
If you’re looking for a film set elsewhere, then 20th Century Fox’s: Rio (2011) is a perfect choice! Portrayed on the other side of the planet, Rio takes place in South America’s Brazil and more specifically in the Rio de Janeiro region. This animated film shows the beauties of South American tropical rainforests, while informing the viewer of the importance of biodiversity. This movie follows Blu, a macaw captured by smugglers, trying to find another member of his species. While portraying difficult topics of species endangerment and rainforest destruction, Rio maintains colorful visuals and catchy songs to engage viewers and carry positive messages of hope.
(Image – Rio (2011). DisneyMovies.com. 11 November, 2024 https://movies.disney.com/rio)
3. WALL-E
If science fiction is more your thing, then WALL-E is the perfect movie for you! This movie depicts humanity in a future defined by overconsumption, along with heightening the importance of sustainability as a whole. With very serious themes, this topic uses beautiful animations in order to display a story following the last robot on Earth whose purpose is to clean up the planet. We follow his journey as he explores space and discovers the last plant life on Earth. If you want to learn more about sustainability while enjoying beautiful visuals, then this movie is for you!
(Image – WALL-E (2008). IMDB.com. 11 November, 2024
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4. Bambi
If you’re looking for a more timeless classic, Walt Disney’s Bambi is the perfect movie for you! This movie displays the beauties of nature through the lens of a young deer. Learning about the inner workings of the forest along with human poachers. This story portrays life, loss, and adventures in between. A simple yet effective film portraying journeys into adulthood. If you want to view a simple animated movie portraying age-old lessons of hunting and environmental protection, this movie can be a great option for you.
(Image – Bambi (1942). DisneyMovies.com. 11 November, 2024 https://movies.disney.com/bambi)
5. Dolphin Tale
If you are more of a fan of aquatic environments, Dolphin Tale can be a wonderful option for you. This movie follows the story of a dolphin who gets her tail caught in a fishing trap. Following the event we see marine biologists and a devoted young boy work hard to develop and design a prosthetic tail to make the dolphin able to swim again. If you want a sweet, heart-warming story of friendship between man and animal this movie is a great option for you. This movie does an incredibly great job of portraying the downsides of overfishing, and encourages sustainability for ocean wildlife. By having overfishing tragedies affect a dolphin, the movie allows for the audience to form a connection and watch the bond between the boy and the animal.
(Image – Dolphin Tale (2011). IMDB.com. 11 November, 2024 https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1564349/)
Sophie Tompkins is a freshman at Indiana University majoring in Environmental Science and Sustainability along with minoring in Fine Arts. This is the start of her first year at Media Services and she is excited to experience her second semester at the Herman B Wells Library!
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