Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #13606 in VHS
• Released on: 2004-10-05
• Rating: Unrated
• Number of discs: 1
• Format: NTSC

From Amazon.com
In the winter of his life, Grandfather embarks on a somewhat mystical journey to the fabled Great Bear Ridge to search for a polar bear refuge to ease his old heart. Seems he has always disliked seeing polar bears in captivity, but forever believed himself too young or too old to do anything about it--until now. Based on the children's story by Harry Horse, this animated version of The Last Polar Bears captivates from the moment "Dear Child" appears over the opening scene in which the smiling Grandfather and his canine compatriot Roo sail to the Arctic aboard their rather weathered boat. Gentle music accompanies the equally supple voice of Nigel Hawthorne (Oscar nominee from The Madness of King George) who, as Grandfather, tells this story through narrated letters to his grandchild. It's a tough journey--lasting well beyond the "32nd of October"--but one touched by many moments of joy and humor. Crisp, detailed characters (mostly animals) are set against dreamy watercolor backgrounds. The emotion and wonder of the 30-minute film's beautiful ending will surely touch young (starting at age 4) and young-at-heart-viewers in a lasting way. --Liane Thomas

From the Back Cover
Join us in this whimsical animated tale of a sea-going Grandfather who writes letters to his grandchild - and his comical, heart-warming quest in search of The Last Polar Bears. Accompanied by his faithful companion, Roo the Dog, Grandfather sets out on a voyage to the distant North Pole to achieve his life-long dream, to see Polar Bear families frolicking among the icebergs! Along the way, he regularly writes home about his encounters with a delightfully offbeat assortment of penguin, rabbit, walrus and more. Will Grandfather and Roo ever reach the fabled Great Bear Ridge and its plentitude of playful Polar Bears?