Popcorn and Inspiration: ‘We Bought A Zoo’: All You Need in Life is 20 Seconds of Insane, Embarrassing Courage
“We Bought A Zoo” (2011) was an instant children’s movie classic based on a true story. Englishman Benjamin Mee is a thrill-seeking adventure columnist for The Guardian newspaper, living in the south of France. His wife dies from a brain tumor, leaving him to bring up their little daughter Rosie and rebellious pre-teen son, Dylan.
When Dylan’s dark and disturbing drawings of decapitations get him expelled from school, dad Benjamin gives himself over to a whirlwind of change, quitting his job and going house hunting. After a long search, his real estate agent shows him a fantastic house in Devon, England. It’s got one major complication though it comes with a zoo attached.