Christopher Robin: Blu-Ray Review
Arriving this week on Blu-ray is Marc Forster’s live-action Winnie-the-Pooh tale, “Christopher Robin”. The film centers on a now grown-up Christopher (Ewan McGregor) who is married with a daughter of his own. Christopher has become a slave to his work, not only forgetting about Pooh, Tigger, Eeyore, Piglet, Rabbit and the rest of his childhood friends, but also putting his job ahead of his family. He has grown into an unhappy man that is unable to see what is truly important in his life. Those familiar with Stephen Spielberg’s “Hook” will be able to tell exactly how “Christopher Robin” will play out. Despite the similarities between the two films, “Christopher Robin” is far superior. There is much more heart here and it can be a bit of a tear jerker. If you are a fan of Winnie the Pooh and looking to add a solid family film to your collection, I recommend picking up “Christopher Robin”.
Bonus Features
- A Movie Is Made for Pooh – Filmmakers and cast share their passion for this story in a behind-the-scenes look at the making of the movie.
- Pooh Finds His Voice – Discover what it’s like to voice Winnie the Pooh, from voice actors Sterling Holloway to Jim Cummings.
- Pooh and Walt Become Friends – How did Walt Disney and Pooh meet? Take a journey through time to explore the legacy of Walt’s first encounter with Pooh.
- Pooh and Friends Come to Life – See how Winnie the Pooh and Friends were brought to life as walking and talking stuffed animals in this magical live-action world.
By: Marc Ferman