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Directed by Cameron Crowe
Produced by
Cameron Crowe
Marc Gordon
Julie Yorn
Screenplay by
Aline Brosh McKenna
Cameron Crowe
Based on We Bought a Zoo by Benjamin Mee
Music by Jón Þór Birgisson
Cinematography Rodrigo Prieto
Editing by Mark Livolsi
Studio Vinyl Films
Distributed by 20th Century Fox
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(Plot)
Recently widowed, Benjamin Mee (Matt Damon), still grieving his loss, starts life over by buying a large house with a zoo in the back. Although reluctant to take on a zoo and all its animals, he decides to give it a try, delighting his 7-year-old daughter, Rosie (Maggie Elizabeth Jones), but causing his 14-year-old son, Dylan (Colin Ford), to unhappily retreat into his artwork. The zoo staff, led by head keeper, Kelly (Scarlett Johansson), help Benjamin to start renovating the zoo. Ben soon runs into financial trouble, however, and the workers' morale sinks, fearing the property will be sold. Meanwhile, Dylan befriends a young girl named Lily (Elle Fanning), who has a huge crush on him that he is completely oblivious to; when she tells him that his family might be leaving, he is overjoyed, which hurts her feelings.
Benjamin discovers that his late wife has left him an investment account with instruction to use the money wisely while listening to his heart. While this lifts the zoo workers' morale, Dylan is unhappy about having to stay. He confronts his father, and a heated argument ensues. They reconcile the next morning, and Dylan admits he misses Lily. Benjamin gives his son advice on reconciling with her.
Prior to the zoo's grand opening, the facility passes a very stringent inspection, and Dylan, following his father's advice, confesses to Lily that he loves her.
The worst rainstorm in 100 years threatens to wash out the zoo's grand opening. Although the weather clears in time, they are disappointed when no visitors arrive, until they discover that a fallen tree has blocked the access road, leaving visitors unsure if the zoo is open. Eventually, the zoo is well received by the community. Kelly admits to Benjamin that she has a crush on him but, "can't get a handle on it." She kisses him, telling him maybe they can do that again on New Years. Benjamin says he is looking forward to New Years.
Benjamin takes his children to where he met their mother, explaining that it was the point in both their lives where they became a "possibility". He takes them through that day's encounter, and they feel their mother is there with them.
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(Cast)
Matt Damon as Benjamin Mee, the father of Dylan and Rosie Mee as well as the owner of the zoo. He is trying to start over after his wife passes away.
Scarlett Johansson as 28-year old Kelly Foster, the lead zookeeper of Rosemoor Animal Park. She is a long-time employee at the zoo and had witnessed many of the employees quitting.
Thomas Haden Church as Duncan Mee, the older brother of Benjamin Mee and an accountant.
Colin Ford as Dylan Mee, the 14-year old son of Benjamin Mee. He is very skilled at drawing. He is initially drawn to Lily and eventually develops feelings for her.
Maggie Elizabeth Jones as Rosie Mee, the 7-year old daughter of Benjamin Mee. She is very curious about all of the animals in the zoo and thinks living at a zoo is a grand adventure.
Angus MacFadyen as Peter MacCready, the carpenter of the zoo. He had made many innovative enclosures for the zoo, and he claims that his ideas were "stolen" by Walter Ferris. Because of this, he has a huge grudge against Walter.
Elle Fanning as Lily Miska, the 12-year old home schooled cousin of Kelly and worker at the zoo's restaurant who lives within the zoo. Although she is too young to legally work, she is paid "under the table" out of her cousin's salary. She likes Dylan (who is unaware) at first, but later gives up after Dylan doesn't listen to her and unintentionally hurts her feelings. After Dylan apologizes to her and tells her of his feelings for her, she forgives him and they resume their friendship.
Patrick Fugit as Robin Jones
John Michael Higgins as Walter Ferris, a zoo inspector. He is very strict in his inspections, earning him the dislike of many people.
Carla Gallo as Rhonda Blair, the secretary of the zoo.
J.B. Smoove as Mr. Stevens
Stephanie Szostak as Katherine Mee, the deceased wife of Benjamin Mee.
Desi Lydic as Shea Seger
Peter Riegert as Delbert McGinty
Michael Panes as the Principal
Directed by Cameron Crowe
Produced by
Cameron Crowe
Marc Gordon
Julie Yorn
Screenplay by
Aline Brosh McKenna
Cameron Crowe
Based on We Bought a Zoo by Benjamin Mee
Music by Jón Þór Birgisson
Cinematography Rodrigo Prieto
Editing by Mark Livolsi
Studio Vinyl Films
Distributed by 20th Century Fox
==================================
(Plot)
Recently widowed, Benjamin Mee (Matt Damon), still grieving his loss, starts life over by buying a large house with a zoo in the back. Although reluctant to take on a zoo and all its animals, he decides to give it a try, delighting his 7-year-old daughter, Rosie (Maggie Elizabeth Jones), but causing his 14-year-old son, Dylan (Colin Ford), to unhappily retreat into his artwork. The zoo staff, led by head keeper, Kelly (Scarlett Johansson), help Benjamin to start renovating the zoo. Ben soon runs into financial trouble, however, and the workers' morale sinks, fearing the property will be sold. Meanwhile, Dylan befriends a young girl named Lily (Elle Fanning), who has a huge crush on him that he is completely oblivious to; when she tells him that his family might be leaving, he is overjoyed, which hurts her feelings.
Benjamin discovers that his late wife has left him an investment account with instruction to use the money wisely while listening to his heart. While this lifts the zoo workers' morale, Dylan is unhappy about having to stay. He confronts his father, and a heated argument ensues. They reconcile the next morning, and Dylan admits he misses Lily. Benjamin gives his son advice on reconciling with her.
Prior to the zoo's grand opening, the facility passes a very stringent inspection, and Dylan, following his father's advice, confesses to Lily that he loves her.
The worst rainstorm in 100 years threatens to wash out the zoo's grand opening. Although the weather clears in time, they are disappointed when no visitors arrive, until they discover that a fallen tree has blocked the access road, leaving visitors unsure if the zoo is open. Eventually, the zoo is well received by the community. Kelly admits to Benjamin that she has a crush on him but, "can't get a handle on it." She kisses him, telling him maybe they can do that again on New Years. Benjamin says he is looking forward to New Years.
Benjamin takes his children to where he met their mother, explaining that it was the point in both their lives where they became a "possibility". He takes them through that day's encounter, and they feel their mother is there with them.
================================
(Cast)
Matt Damon as Benjamin Mee, the father of Dylan and Rosie Mee as well as the owner of the zoo. He is trying to start over after his wife passes away.
Scarlett Johansson as 28-year old Kelly Foster, the lead zookeeper of Rosemoor Animal Park. She is a long-time employee at the zoo and had witnessed many of the employees quitting.
Thomas Haden Church as Duncan Mee, the older brother of Benjamin Mee and an accountant.
Colin Ford as Dylan Mee, the 14-year old son of Benjamin Mee. He is very skilled at drawing. He is initially drawn to Lily and eventually develops feelings for her.
Maggie Elizabeth Jones as Rosie Mee, the 7-year old daughter of Benjamin Mee. She is very curious about all of the animals in the zoo and thinks living at a zoo is a grand adventure.
Angus MacFadyen as Peter MacCready, the carpenter of the zoo. He had made many innovative enclosures for the zoo, and he claims that his ideas were "stolen" by Walter Ferris. Because of this, he has a huge grudge against Walter.
Elle Fanning as Lily Miska, the 12-year old home schooled cousin of Kelly and worker at the zoo's restaurant who lives within the zoo. Although she is too young to legally work, she is paid "under the table" out of her cousin's salary. She likes Dylan (who is unaware) at first, but later gives up after Dylan doesn't listen to her and unintentionally hurts her feelings. After Dylan apologizes to her and tells her of his feelings for her, she forgives him and they resume their friendship.
Patrick Fugit as Robin Jones
John Michael Higgins as Walter Ferris, a zoo inspector. He is very strict in his inspections, earning him the dislike of many people.
Carla Gallo as Rhonda Blair, the secretary of the zoo.
J.B. Smoove as Mr. Stevens
Stephanie Szostak as Katherine Mee, the deceased wife of Benjamin Mee.
Desi Lydic as Shea Seger
Peter Riegert as Delbert McGinty
Michael Panes as the Principal
