The movie is mostly centered around Jack Black's character who is divorced, living with his parents, and hates his job. He decides that this is the year he will do his 'Big Year' (the 'big year' as many birdwatchers know is when in one calendar year you try to see as many bird species as you can). Steve Martin's character is newly retired and also is attempting his big year for he fears he might not have many years left. Lastly Owen Wilson's character, who is the defending world champion for the most species seen in a big year, is trying to beat his old record.
The three of them run into each other all around the country while looking for birds. Two of the characters are a little more friendly than the third and they find more joy in searching for the birds. The least friendly one will loose something this years while he is taking on the big year, something that he wont ever be able to replace. He lost sight of his passion for bird watching because he got so focused on finding the most species, but winning is not everything, as the other two characters learn.
This movie was surprisingly inspirational (It was surprising because the actors are notorious for their funny movies) and is jam packed with witty humor and numerous familiar faces form popular T.V. shows including The Office and The Big Bang Theory. I hope you guys check out this movie! Leave a comment telling me what you thought and what your favorite part was!
Until next time, watch on. (OH! P.S. the movie is called: The Big Year)
Details:
Directed by: David Frankel
Premiered:2011
Rated: PG
Starring:
- Jack Black as Brad Harris
- Steve Martin as Stu Preissler
- Owen Wilson as Kenny Bostick
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