A Strong Disney Film

Rating: 7/10 (14 May 2015)

Bagheera the Panther and Baloo the Bear (Phil Harris) have a difficult time trying to convince a boy to leave the jungle for human civilization.
Although this movie appeared after the Golden Age and before the Second Golden Age, it was a pretty strong entry in the Disney catalog. Most people are familiar with the "Bear Necessities" song, even if they do not know the words. And a whole new generation was introduced to the characters in the 1990s through the cartoon series "Tailspin".
What is most interesting is how Ka is voiced by the same man who did Winnie the Pooh, and there is very little difference in how he presents them (beyond extending the hiss sound for Ka). If you close your eyes, you could hear Pooh make threatening comments... it is rather strange.