
Big Miracle
A family of whales trapped beneath the ice. One unforgettable rescue.
Directed by Ken Kwapis
Produced by Working Title Films, Universal Pictures
An uplifting, earnest true-story adventure about unlikely allies uniting to rescue trapped whales, balancing environmental concern with feel-good spectacle.
A small-town news reporter and a Greenpeace volunteer enlist the help of rival superpowers to save three majestic gray whales trapped under the ice of the Arctic Circle.
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Does Big Miracle end with hope? Yes, very. More hopeful than 97% of films.
Is Big Miracle scary? Barely. Less frightening than 84% of films.
Is Big Miracle easy watching? Yes. More comforting than 82% of films.
Is Big Miracle violent? Barely. Less violent than 76% of films.
Is Big Miracle sad? Not especially. Less sad than 73% of films.
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