We Bought a Zoo

Is We Bought a Zoo right for your family?

Movie 2011 124 min

Benjamin has lost his wife and, in a bid to start his life over, purchases a large house that has a zoo – welcome news for his daughter, but his son is not happy about it. The zoo is in need of renovation and Benjamin sets about the work with the head keeper and the rest of the staff, but, the zoo soon runs into financial trouble.

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Likely present: Family themesHeavy emotional content

The title and synopsis indicate themes of family new beginnings, overcoming loss, and financial challenges.

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