BORN IN CHINA

BORN IN CHINA:  First of all, I am a sucker for a good nature documentary and when it's done by Disney, I'm in heaven.  This latest offering (they always come out on Earth Day) doesn't disappoint in the least. This is a visually stunning look at three animal family in the China that you and I may never see. From the frigid mountains of the snow leopard to the bamboo forest of the panda and the golden monkey, this is mesmerizing. It is funny.  It is sad.  It is thrilling. And we follow them through all of the seasons and see what hardships and joys these animals experience.  Along the way we meet all sorts of other creatures...elk, cranes, villainous wolves and birds and even a butterfly or two. While it is not the best of this Disney series (Next year..."Dolphins") it will hold your interest for the beauty of the landscape, not to mention a baby panda who  keeps falling down.... And  Kudos to John Krasinski for his wonderful narrative skills.  He helps to make the film what it is.....A joy!