Wild America (1997)

I wanted to watch it because it's one of the very few 90's films that I have never seen. I like to share my childhood with my daughter, so I thought, "A 90's movie not even I'VE seen before... It'll be nice to watch it with Alize". Boy, was I wrong. This movie was a complete waste of time. Our movie night, ruined. Jonathan Taylor Thomas was an amazing child actor. This movie is beneath him. And his brother who played Casper in the original Casper film... I've always loved him. Good actors, stupid movie. Doesn't deserve the score it has on IMDb. This movie is a 2, maybe 3, tops, but only because of the good actors. However, no matter how good of actors there are in this movie, not one of them was convincing. I don't blame them though. The movie doesn't know which direction it's going, whether it's drama, comedy, coming of age, etc. It's overly dramatic, and the characters have random outbursts. Reminds me of a Spanish soap opera, a "telenovala". Being that this movie was based on a true story, I wonder how the real brothers felt about the movie and how their characters were portrayed. Let's just say, I wouldn't be a happy camper if that were me.

Okay.. So, this is my first review without a spoiler. It's because I watched a Nat.Geo documentary called Wild America in 1998 in my 5th grade classroom and wanted to watch it at home. Unfortunately my dad got the VHS of the movie called Wild America and I had no choice but to watch it. But, I was delighted as the youngest kid in the film was at that time my age and I could really connect some events. Yes, there are some immature moments in the film and it is heavily relied on the fact that this film is pure fiction as no parent would allow their kids to go on an expedition. Now, I have watched thousands of movies and I know that watching a movie like this would make you twitch as you've seen better. But, this movie is meant to be seen at the appropriate age -- the early teen years. There's no way you can really enjoy it unless you see it at that time. I don't know if I will enjoy this if I watch it now. But, as my title reads, I will remember this film as one that I watched when I was young and innocent, because that's what the movie's characters are, young and innocent.

This movie was very good!! Jonathan Taylor Thomas is why i decided to see to it!! And to my surprise it was very good!! That is why my family bought!! If your a JTT fan you will love it and if your not it is still an good movie!! The movie is about three brothers in the 60s achieving their dreams!! IT is based on a true story but they do all this wild stuff it is hard to believe this actually happen!!! This is perfect for a movie night!!! They go to so many places and do all this stuff you probably wont want to get up for a bathroom break!! IT has humor, adventure, and a pretty good story for the little ones!! When you are at blockbuster or something and your out of ideas you should try Wild America if your seeking adventure!!!!

Wild America was one of my brother's favorites growing up. We watched it ritually whenever we went over to our aunt's house. Wild America tells the story of three brothers who wish to film a nature film for their town to show them the beauties of their country. Jonathon Taylor Thomas stars in this story of brotherly love, ambition, and beauty. The script is filled with laughs, and even if you may not cry at this wonderful family film, you may be close to tears. From the rolling hills to the desert, this is truly an American movie. Though smaller children may not enjoy it, an audience of ages 8 and above will find it a treat. I recommend this film to anyone who has had a brother or has had a dream.