Have you heard the buzz?
Dolphin Tale 2 is getting ready to be released by Warner Bros. Home Entertainment on December 9th on Blu-ray combo pack, DVD and Digital HD in stores across the country. ($35.99) Pretty exciting stuff for the millions of fans that fell in love with the famous dolphin, Winter, from Dolphin Tale!
If you are one of the few like me that have not see Dolphin Tale, let me catch you up a bit. (Lucky for you, my kids have seen it!) Clearwater Marine Aquarium is a true to life facility dedicated to the rescue, rehab and release of injured marine life. Winter, the feature dolphin, came to the facility severely injured and eventually had to have her tale amputated. While fictitious in some ways, the movie tells the story of how she was rescued and then rehabilitated with the help of a prosthetic tail.
The movie became an instant hit and inspired people all over the world, not only for animal rehab, but for people who had lost limbs as well. Winter became a symbol of strength and determination, and she inspired amputees to live life to the fullest. A
special webcam was even set up so people could watch Winter from their own home.
Enter
Dolphin Tale 2! In it, Winter has lost her companion, Panama, and has lost interest in food and socialization. Because of laws meant to protect dolphins, if she does not find another compatible dolphin to reside with, she is at risk of being moved to a different facility. That's where Hope comes in!
Hope is a tiny female dolphin that was rescued by Clearwater Marine Aquarium much as Winter was. Their story is one that will have you cheering and wanting to visit them! So sweet!
One of the first things that stood out to me about this movie was that while a sequel of sorts, you can watch it without ever having seen Dolphin Tale. Not that I would recommend it, of course! But is is possible. It may take you a few minutes to figure out how some of the characters fit together, but you will be able to follow the story well.
The
second thing I loved about this movie it that it truly is family friendly. We are pretty strict about our movie choices here and this one passed with flying colors. Ages 7 to adult watched and we all loved it!
The
last thing that stood out to me was that this is a movie that shows compassion played out as well as the acceptance of others. In the movie, as well as in the special features that shows live footage, amputees are a natural, yet powerful part of the story. I would imagine that, especially for younger kids, seeing someone "like" them would be reassuring and inspiring.
All of the original cast returned for this sequel, to the delight of those that loved them in the first movie, and a special appearance is made by surfer Bethany Hamilton.
“Dolphin Tale 2” Blu-ray Combo Pack contains the following special features:
· Dolphin Tale 2: Underwater Magic Dolphin Tale 2: True Story
· Look Who's Running The Show
· Bethany Hamilton Meets Winter
· Dolphin Tale 2: The Mission
· Cozi Zuehlsdorff - "Brave Souls"
· Gavin DeGraw - "You Got Me"
· Blooper Reel
Good music, good theme, and two dolphins that will capture your heart. It is no wonder that the release of Dolphin Tale 2 on DVD is so eagerly awaited! This would make a great addition to your Christmas List for friends and family!
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