We Bare Bears: The Movie

Having always been an avid fan of this series, I was a bit disappointed when the film adaptation didn't make it to theaters, but seeing the result, I can understand why. It isn't that it is bad in anyway, it's just not the strongest the film could have been, which is a bit disappointing considering its the end of the series. However, through some magic on the sweet side of things, the film can be quite charming, providing a decent amount of chuckles throughout, as well as quite heartwarming with an ending that truly wraps things up quite nicely. Some moments of the film can be a bit predictable, a bit familiar, and even a bit cringy. There things you have seen countless times before in films of similar plot and nature, and I just wish that throughout the process of making it they could have found a way to be a bit more original. The film also has a very different feel from the series itself, with the original tv show being rather lighthearted fun, never anything too deep. The film however seems to almost be going for a social commentary kind of approach, which I mean does fit given the films circumstances, but feels a bit out of place in the whole scheme of things. In the end, I enjoyed this film. It wasn't great, and certainly not the best film adaptation of a cartoon i have seen, but more often than not I enjoyed myself, and it left me with a smile on my face.

My Rating: 5.5/10.

The entire movie felt like a parody of every internet thing out there from memes to dance moves and I found it kinda cringy to watch. Also, out of nowhere, the bears are suddenly talking like modern-day teens as opposed to their more adult-like speech from before. But the movie was good. I would've preferred more screen time for Chloe, Ranger Tabes etc. but meh. It was okay.

It a really good movie for all ages and really sweet throughout the run time. I do wish there was more chole and Charlie but it can't be helped. The ending is really good and shows that you don't have to be blood to be family. I really hope they work the new bears into the show next season.

The show has lots of social commentary that addresses immigration, integration, and the fickleness of human nature. It is very well-thought out and enjoyable to watch, not to mention that it leaves the audience reflecting on current American society. Some reviews say that the movie is "cringey," but the messages being delivered throughout the film overweigh whatever some might call "cliché." (It really was not cringey at all; there are many other films that are way more cringe-worthy, and that do not deliver a purposeful message as well as We Bare Bears did.) The movie goes into depth about real issues in a way that is extremely fascinating to see. It is not a long movie, so I highly recommend giving it your time.

I feel like they could have finished the show instead of ending with a movie, the movie was enjoyable but I am sad that they left it their with a bunch of loose string just waiting to be tied up. I might have missed episodes where they tied everything up but for now, 6 stars.