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Brother Bear is an animated movie from the year 2003, directed by Aaron Blaise and Robert Walker. The movie tells the story of Kenai, a young Inuit boy living in North America around 10,000 years ago. Kenai is eager to become a man and win the approval of his tribe, especially his brother Sitka who he admires. In his quest for manhood, Kenai goes on a hunting trip with his brothers, Sitka and Denahi, in the hope of catching a bear. During the hunt, Sitka is killed by the bear, and Kenai is overcome with grief and anger.

Filled with rage, Kenai vows to seek revenge on the bear that killed his brother, and he attacks it. But in the midst of the attack, the spirits intervene, transforming Kenai into a bear, and thus beginning his journey of self-discovery and redemption.

As a bear, Kenai encounters a young bear cub, Koda, and they become unlikely friends. Together, they embark on a long journey to discover the truth about bears, the importance of brotherhood, and most importantly, themselves. Along the way, they meet a number of different animals, including a pair of moose, a talkative herd of caribou, and hilarious Canadian geese.

Though the story is heartbreaking, it is ultimately a heart-warming and hopeful tale about forgiveness, growth, and the acceptance of others. The animation is breathtaking, and the film features beautiful landscapes and incredibly detailed depictions of the wildlife that will keep audiences enthralled.

The voice cast is outstanding, with Joaquin Phoenix delivering a standout performance as Kenai, Jeremy Suarez providing an equally impressive voiceover work as Koda, and Rick Moranis providing some hilariously memorable moments as Rutt.

The music is another highlight of Brother Bear, with a beautiful orchestral score composed by Phil Collins that complements the story's emotional depth perfectly. The highlight of the movie's music is the fan-favorite tune "On My Way," sung by Phil Collins in his signature style.

Brother Bear is a movie that offers a compelling narrative that is sure to resonate with viewers of all ages. It is a powerful story of acceptance, brotherhood, and redemption woven seamlessly by the film's stunning visuals and extraordinary voice cast. With each character being so captivating, it's an experience that audiences won't forget anytime soon.

Brother Bear is a 2003 adventure movie with a runtime of 1 hour and 25 minutes. It has received mostly poor reviews from critics and viewers, who have given it an IMDb score of 6.9 and a MetaScore of 48.