'Christopher Robin' review: A nostalgic throwback the whole family will enjoy
The story of Winnie the Pooh, Christopher Robin and their band of furry friends in the Hundred Acre Wood has been a beloved tale since as early as the 1920s. There have been countless tellings of this story, however, there is not one like 'Christopher Robin,' Disney's newest live-action installment of the cherished 'Winnie The Pooh' franchise. As Christopher Robin is taken down a road of nostalgia and reflection, the audience is as well, which makes this the perfect film for both children and adults alike.
The story follows a middle-aged Christopher Robin (played by the delightful Ewan McGregor) who has lost the magic and zest for life that he once had. Now an overworked World War II vet who rarely sees his wife Evelyn and daughter Madeline (played by Hayley Atwell and Bronte Carmichael respectively), Christopher Robin seems to have forgotten all of the important lessons that Winnie the Pooh had once taught him. It is rather tragic seeing how Christopher Robin didn't try to pass on his love for adventure and creativity to his daughter and is making the same mistakes his parents made with him. After Christopher Robin's world seems to come crashing down when he finds out that he will lose his job if doesn’t make large layoffs at work, Winnie the Pooh suddenly appears when he needs him the most.