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DOLITTLE features a strong Christian, morally uplifting worldview promoting marriage, helping others, friendship, and teamwork. Set in a Christian world, the movie includes references to Eden and scenes where a man appears to pray and someone says, “Thanks be to God.”
The Queen of England’s health is failing, and if she dies, Dr. Dolittle loses his animal palace. Dr. Dolittle and Stubbins (Harry Collett), his voluntary apprentice, take a grand adventure full of animals, pirate-like fights, and treasures to find the Tree of Eden that will save the Queen and restore Dolittle’s palace.
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While the movie diverges greatly from the book, it still was an entertaining story. The original story was written in 1920, and one would have a very difficult time adhering to the book in the present day. (And it is better than Cats). Overall, our family enjoyed Dolittle. The CGI was better than The Lion King, however, there were still a few chees...
Dolittle learns that he needs people. Early in the movie, he says, ”If you let humans get too close, you will get hurt.” This is a true statement. However, you will never know love. Dolittle begins to let his guard down during the movie to help others. Eventually, he learns that “It’s only by helping others that we can truly help ourselves.”
Many of Dolittle’s animals from the book appear in the film, however, there are some animals that are missing such as the pushmi-pullyu. Polynesia, the parrot, is named Polly.
While this movie will not win any awards, it was entertaining. I would recommend it for ages 8 and up. Some children may have a hard time with some of the fight scenes in the movie. Recently, my children saw Cats. My 17-year old son, Marcus, said, “It was better than Cats.” He also stated that if you like Robert Downey, Jr. you will probably like t...
Jan 18, 2020 · Dolittle, rated PG *** Dolittle, based on the children’s books of Hugh Lofting, is an enjoyable film, starring Robert Downey Jr. in his first non-Iron Man role since 2014’s The Judge. The film is directed by Oscar winner Stephen Gaghan (Traffic), who wrote the screenplay with Dan Gregor (How I Met Your Mother), Doug Mand…
Jan 23, 2020 · Things begin on a solemn note as a flashbacks recount Dolittle’s doomed romance with, and marriage to, courageous explorer Lily (Kasia Smutniak). Her loss at sea turns the devastated widower into a recluse.
Dr. Dolittle therapeutically helps animals with various issues, including mental issues and physical wounds. He helps a gorilla named Chee-Chee overcome his constant fear of nearly everything, for instance. He also works hard to save Stubbins’ squirrel from a buckshot wound.
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A physician who can talk to animals embarks on an adventure to find a legendary island with a young apprentice and a crew of strange pets.
