The Jungle Book | Film Review

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Many of us spent our younger years singing the ‘bear necessities’ at the top of our voices and wanting to know how to be as cool as Baloo.
You would think such a classic movie doesn’t need a 21^st century remake but rest assured, the latest recreation of the Jungle Book does it justice.
The Jungle Book is directed by Jon Favreau, who is most known for his work on the Marvel avengers movies. Favreau has taken the reins for this film and has produced a visually stunning and creative take on an old school classic.
The Jungle book features around a young child called Mowgli who was abandoned and left in the jungle. He is then adopted by a panther called Bagheera, who raises him along with a pack of wolves.
Mowgli’s presence in the jungle isn’t wanted by some, most notably Shere Khan, a fearsome Tiger who rules the jungle and try’s to hunt Mowgli out of the jungle.
A story of fear, triumph and camaraderie follows as Mowgli fights Shere Khan to stay in the jungle with his friends and aims to stop his rein of fear and terror over the jungle.
The film can be strange for someone who grew up watching the cartoon version of the film as Favreau has created a realistic interpretation of characters which dramatically takes away from the family friendly feel of the 1967 classic.
Despite the sometimes scary and dark scenes, the Jungle Book contains some of the most visually stunning landscapes. The highly detailed animals that makes for incredible viewing, sometimes even making you wonder if he is actually standing next to a real grizzly bear.
If you are looking for a funny, family friendly, light hearted movie, maybe just watch the 1967 version. But if you are seeking a visually stunning story of self-realisation, resilience and triumph, then strap yourself in for one great movie.