Family Hunting Adventures: 10 Films to Watch

Description: Bambi's story is a timeless tale of a young deer's life in the forest, including the tragic moment when his mother is killed by a hunter. This film subtly introduces children to the realities of hunting and the circle of life.

Fact: Bambi was the first Disney film where the animals did not wear clothes, reflecting a more naturalistic approach. It was also one of the first films to be re-released by Disney, starting a tradition of re-releases.

Description: This film follows two dogs and a cat as they travel 300 miles to return home after being left at a ranch. While not about hunting per se, it showcases animals' survival instincts and their encounters with hunters.

Fact: The film was based on the novel by Sheila Burnford and was remade in 1993 as "Homeward Bound: The Incredible Journey."

Description: While primarily about Mowgli's adventures, the film includes scenes where Mowgli interacts with hunters, particularly in the climax where he leads them away from the jungle.

Fact: The song "The Bare Necessities" from this film won an Academy Award for Best Original Song.

Description: This intense drama focuses on the lives of steelworkers from Pennsylvania whose lives are changed by the Vietnam War. Hunting scenes are used to symbolize their bond and the harsh realities they face.

Fact: The film won five Academy Awards, including Best Picture, and is known for its controversial Russian roulette scenes.

Description: While not exclusively about hunting, this Disney classic explores the friendship between a fox named Tod and a hound dog named Copper, whose natural instincts eventually lead to conflict. It's a poignant look at the dynamics between hunters and their prey.

Fact: This was the last film to have any involvement from Walt Disney himself, as it was in production when he passed away. It also features the song "Best of Friends," which became quite popular.

Description: This French film tells the story of a young bear cub who loses his mother and is pursued by a hunter. It's a beautiful, almost silent film that captures the essence of the wild and the relationship between man and nature.

Fact: The film was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Foreign Language Film and was a major success in France.

Description: Based on true events, this film follows a big-game hunter hired to kill two man-eating lions in Kenya. It's a thrilling tale of survival and the clash between man and nature.

Fact: The lions in the film were real, and their taxidermied bodies are now on display at the Field Museum in Chicago.

Description: After a plane crash, a billionaire, his wife's lover, and a photographer must survive in the Alaskan wilderness, facing a bear and their own survival instincts. It's a film about hunting, but also about being hunted.

Fact: The film was inspired by the real-life story of a plane crash survivor who had to fend off a bear.

Description: This animated comedy follows Boog, a domesticated grizzly bear, and Elliot, a one-horned mule deer, as they navigate the wild after being released by a hunter. It's a light-hearted take on hunting, showcasing the bond between animals and the misadventures that ensue.

Fact: The film was Sony Pictures Animation's first fully computer-animated feature film. It also features a voice cast including Martin Lawrence, Ashton Kutcher, and Gary Sinise.

Description: While not strictly a family film due to its intensity, this epic survival tale involves hunting and being hunted. Hugh Glass's journey for revenge after a bear attack showcases the raw beauty and brutality of nature.

Fact: Leonardo DiCaprio won an Academy Award for Best Actor for his role, and the film was shot in harsh conditions to capture the realism of the wilderness.