The movie is a well told story of childhood decision-making (kids don't always make the right choices, even if choosing to do something for the right reasons) set into a sometimes stunningly beautiful tour of South Africa. Directed by Carrol Ballard (who directed one of the most photographically beautiful film made in color, The Black Stallion), with excellent use of many familiar archetypes. My 8 year old boy was fully engaged and loved it. (note on my scoring: I indicate "educational" because with a good post-viewing discussion, there is much to learn).
Duma
(2005, Rated PG, Family and kids, Starring Campbell Scott, Hope Davis, Alexander Michaletos)Ratings at a Glance
| 100% | of parents say there are good role models |
| 100% | of parents say it gives kids positive messages |
| 100% | of parents say it's educational |
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- I rate this title on for age 8 and give it
- My highlights are:
- Educational
- Good role models
Well told, highly engaging story, beautifully photographed
- I rate this title on for age 5 and give it
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- I rate this title on for age 8 and give it
Parent & Educator Reviewers Say | Kid Reviewers Say
- I rate this title on for age 2 and give it
- My highlights are:
- Educational
- Good role models
Beautiful, Touching Portrayal of Growing Up
Duma is a touching tale about a boy learning to let his loved-ones go when they need to be. Set in gorgeous South-Africa, Duma takes you on a colorful and engaging journey about growing up- a very enchanting story.
- I rate this title on for age 2 and give itMy concerns are:
- Excessive violence
- My highlights are:
- Educational
- Good role models
I love it
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- I rate this title on for age 2 and give it
A Great Movie
This movie was great. It takes place in South Africa, where a boy lives out in the savannah with a cheetah which he and his dad picked up on the road. After the dad dies, the boy and his mother must move for more financial opportunities in the city, while still taking the cheetah, which by now has become mature. It one day escapes and police are called, and the boy finds the cheetah. Knowing that the cheetah will most certainly get put in the zoo, he decides to go out into the wild where he found the cheetah originally. I don't want to reveal the rest of the story as it will surely wreck it for people who want to see it, but the ending is something not to miss.
- I rate this title on for age 2 and give it
