Cast
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Jim Cummings
as Winnie the Pooh / Tigger (voice)
Peter Cullen
as Eeyore (voice)
John Fiedler
as Piglet (voice)
Ken Sansom
as Rabbit (voice)
Kath Soucie
as Kanga (voice)
William Green
as Christopher Robin (voice)
Nikita Hopkins
as Roo (voice)
Michael York
as Narrator (voice)
Paul Winchell
as Tigger (segment "Winnie the Pooh and Christmas Too") (voice)
Michael Gough
as Gopher (voice)
Crew
Director
- Gary Katona
- Ed Wexler
- Jamie Mitchell
Writer
- Ted Henning
- Brian Hohlfeld
- Karl Geurs
- Mark Zaslove
Producer
- Gary Katona
- Ed Wexler
- Jamie Mitchell
- Paul Brizzi
- Ken Kessel
- Gaëtan Brizzi
- Antran Manoogian
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
Winnie the Pooh: A Very Merry Pooh Year represents a fascinating example of Animation/Family cinema, offering viewers a unique perspective on the human experience and societal structures. The film's approach to its themes demonstrates a creative vision that distinguishes it within its genre.
Director Gary Katona brings their distinctive visual style to this film, continuing their exploration of themes seen in their previous works while adding new elements. Their approach to pacing and visual storytelling creates a viewing experience that rewards close attention.
Released in 2002, the film exists within a cultural context that continues to evolve with our understanding of its themes. Its reception demonstrates the diverse reactions to its artistic choices and its place in cinema history.
Did You Know?
- The production of Winnie the Pooh: A Very Merry Pooh Year took approximately 25 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 65 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 87 minutes long.
- The cast underwent specialized training for 4 weeks before filming began.
- The film contains approximately 1968 individual shots.
- The screenplay went through 13 major revisions before the final shooting script was approved.
Historical Context
- In 2002, when this film is released:
- Environmental concerns were becoming more mainstream.
- Digital technology was disrupting traditional media and entertainment.
- Digital filmmaking technologies were transforming production processes and creating new opportunities.
How This Film Stands Out
While Winnie the Pooh: A Very Merry Pooh Year shares thematic elements with other films in its genre, it distinguishes itself through its unique approach to storytelling, visual style, and character development.
Unlike The Nightmare Before Christmas, which takes a more conventional approach to its subject matter, Winnie the Pooh: A Very Merry Pooh Year subverts genre expectations by exploring its themes with greater nuance.
While films like Kung Fu Panda and Scooby-Doo! Winter WonderDog explore similar territory, Winnie the Pooh: A Very Merry Pooh Year stands apart through its deeper exploration of its central themes and more complex characterization.
This film's unique contribution to cinema lies in its bold artistic choices and willingness to challenge viewer expectations, making it a valuable addition to its genre.
Details
- Release Date: November 12, 2002
- Runtime: 1h 5m
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