There’s even a moment when Bambi hides in deep grass from two circling black hounds who, from high above, look like swimming sharks. But I must admit, I’m glad this one’s here!īambi II overcomes a thin story and a few prefab, Disney Channel-style pop songs by throwing in plenty of cute bits and filling the screen with lush, beautiful scenery. Was anyone clamoring for a Bambi sequel? What’s next, Sleeping Beauty 2: Back to Bed? In case it isn’t obvious, I’m pretty skeptical when Disney raids the intellectual property vault to put a profitable new spin on an old favorite. Such moments of peer conflict can be used to illuminate that spiritual parallel. Also, Ronno is a jealous, proud deceiver bent on berating Bambi and convincing him that his father is ashamed of him-much the way Satan tries to alienate us from God. As children of the King, young Christians can apply this to their own need for bravery when the right thing to do isn’t necessarily the easy thing to do. Dad reinforces the need for courage (“A prince may be afraid, but he can’t let fear stop him from acting”). Thumper challenges Bambi to reach new heights and tells him that a well-timed growl can calm fears (“Just be scarier than whatever’s scaring you”). Thumper notes that dads like to answer lots of questions, and echoes his father’s sage advice: “A family that plays together stays together.” When Thumper’s spunk borders on insolence, he’s quickly humbled by a loving, no-nonsense mom. By contrast, the narcissistic bully Ronno is looked down upon, in part for saving his own hide in that tight spot.ĭad charges to Bambi’s rescue. Bambi is also selfless and brave when a dire crisis arises, during which he leads a pack of dogs away from a doe caught in a trap. Bambi’s kind heart earns a secret smile from Dad when he frees a ladybug caught in a spider’s web.
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It’s a wonderful reminder to dads that, although professional goals and an authoritative presence in the home are important, a boy also needs open communication, playfulness, warmth and quantity time.Īt first The Great Prince dismisses Bambi’s desire to reminisce about his mother (“A prince does not look back, only ahead”), but learns to value those memories. He softens to his son, even allowing himself to show tenderness at times. (He eventually proves his mettle.) The regal stag has some growing to do, too. That’s why Bambi feels compelled to model bravery after locking up in the face of danger. Not only does the fawn need The Great Prince’s wisdom, but also his love and approval. While it’s great that Bambi has pals to help him find his way through the thicket, the inestimable value of a father’s tutelage comes through loud and clear. As winter gives way to spring, Dad’s cold, aloof dignity mellows and both boys learn what it means to be complete alpha males.
So this stately buck goes about protecting the herd and tossing Bambi table scraps of wisdom, only to discover the importance-and satisfaction-of raising Bambi himself.
He reluctantly offers to care for Bambi through the winter, but intends to delegate parenting duties to a worthy doe come spring. However, Dad has important work to do and mustn’t be slowed down by a hanger-on, even his own flesh and blood.
Bambi wants desperately to follow in the snowy hoofprints of The Great Prince. Bambi has also attracted the attention of a sweet doe (Faline) and an arrogant young rival (Ronno).īut the central relationship is paternal. In Bambi II, the young deer is still trying to get his spindly legs under him with help from his best friends a cocksure bunny named Thumper, and Flower, a subdued skunk. Perhaps it was inevitable that, in this age of straight-to-DVD sequels, the folks at Disney would venture back into the forest for another round with the playful fawn. But what of Bambi’s father? We got a glimpse of the majestic stag in the first film, but that story focused on Bambi’s self-discovery and budding friendships. Indeed, a half-century before Mufasa succumbed to a wildebeest stampede in The Lion King, Bambi’s mother fell prey to Man in a scene that stigmatized deer hunters forever. More than a mere cartoon character, Bambi has become emblematic of childhood innocence cut short by the tragic loss of a parent. Since 1942, the original Bambi has both charmed and (let’s be honest) traumatized young audiences.
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