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Angela Bassett, Anne Archer, Betty White

Whispers is an unusual hybrid, a family film that looks like a documentary, but sounds like a Disney cartoon. No wonder--it's a little of both. Although not quite as moving as Dumbo or...( read more  read more... ) The Lion King, the 72-minute feature provides an evocative portrait of elephant life on the plains of Africa. The gentle creatures are voiced by a constellation of talented actors: Groove, for instance, as portrayed by Angela Bassett, is the crotchety elephant who adopts Whispers after he's separated from his mother, Gentle Heart (Anne Archer). Other voices include Absolutely Fabulous' Joanna Lumley and Joan Rivers. The effect is initially disconcerting and not as successfully realized as in Homeward Bound, but the human voices probably do make the story easier for younger viewers to follow. Less corny dialogue might have also contributed to a stronger result, but the fascinating cinematography and Trevor Rabin's lively score are a plus. For ages 6 through 12. --Kathleen C. Fennessy

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G, 72 min.

Directed by: Dereck Joubert

Release Date: December 31, 2000

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DVD Release Date: October 23, 2001

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  • jossie88ojo
    October 14, 2008
    jossie88ojo
    I have to say. I cried. it so lovely puts new meaning to the elephants
  • SweetCFHoney
    June 24, 2007
    SweetCFHoney
    i love love LOVE elephants
  • foxychick181
    May 30, 2007
    foxychick181
    i haven't seen it before but then it was on telly and it was fab!!
  • charliehorse86
    March 26, 2007
    charliehorse86
    Not to be confused with a documentary, this film is meant to be heartwarming. Very enjoyable for kids.
  • elphie93
    March 10, 2007
    elphie93
    pretty cute, but kinda cheesy
  • tombowling49
    February 19, 2007
    tombowling49
    This is different kind of movie and tales, a nice change of pace from many others....
  • sparklingglitter241
    October 2, 2006
    sparklingglitter241
    i love elephants my fav animal i didnt wana get this movie coz i new i would cry my eyes out and i did
  • lilbabylou2
    July 18, 2006
    lilbabylou2
    awww the lil elephant!! *sniffs* and they talk!!!!

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