The Big Year

2011 "Everyone is searching for something."
6.2| 1h42m| PG| en| More Info
Released: 14 October 2011 Released
Producted By: 20th Century Fox
Country: United States of America
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Three fanatical bird-watchers spend an entire year competing to spot the highest number of species as El Nino sends an extraordinary variety of rare breeds flying up into the U.S., but they quickly discover that there are more important things than coming out on top of the competition.

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adonis98-743-186503 Three men pursue the Birder of the Year title: Kenny Bostick, Stu Preissler and Brad Harris, who narrates the story. Life gets in the way: Bostick's wife wants a baby, Stu's firm needs him for sensitive negotiations, and Brad, divorced and underemployed at 36, has an encouraging mom and a disapproving dad. They criss-cross the continent, follow migration patterns, and head for storms that force birds to ground. The Big Year is a film that elevates mostly from Owen Wilson, Steve Martin and Jack Black's involvement but it's also a very good comedy with some heartful moments and a terrific cast in general that fans of the 3 actors but people who want to see a comedy in general will enjoy. (A+)
AlexanderRohdeJ I love this movie. And I believe that it is highly underrated. The actors are great, the story is very sweet. The entire premise of the movie is very entertaining. It's also very funny at times. But in general I don't think that this movie is a comedy. I didn't laugh many times. But I sure did smile all the time while I saw it. I think I have seen this movie 4-5 times, and I enjoy it every time. I strongly believe that everyone should watch this movie, don't go in with any expectations. Just enjoy it.The scenery and nature shots in the movie are so stunning, I couldn't believe what I was seeing. This movie is a MUST WATCH! Check it out guys.You won't regret it.
thekarmicnomad This is a film about bird spotting. A three way race to see the most birds in one year.I switched this on with some trepidation, mainly because of the cast. I was expecting lots of zany antics and was sure at some point Jack Black would jump out of a pond with a plastic duck on his head. This did not happen.The film is gentle, restrained and articulate.The story is very plain, don't expect any action or any belly laughs. This restraint works well against the backdrop of bird watching. The writers go to lengths not to poke fun at the "Birders" which was quite refreshing.The main themes look around motivation of people with obsessive hobbies and their relationships with those outside their hobby.This isn't going to make it in to my DVD collection but I do recommend it for a watch. Don't expect too much and you won't be let down.
imdbowley This is not a comedy, but it doesn't mean its not a good movie. Its quite a shame that this is classified as a comedy when its clearly not, its not even about the birds.This is a film about relationships, and how those relationships are affected during this time of the big year, Its a very light hearted film with a dramatic undertone.Its teaches us about life, and that it's a journey, not a competition. It shows the sacrifices people can make to achieve their dreams & the journey of these three men that find more than just birds on this adventure.Some beautiful landscapes throughout this movie and beautiful birds... this is worth a watch but take it as it is. and not a laugh out loud comedy 7/10.