Piglet's Big Movie

Plot synopsis:
Eeyore, Rabbit, Tigger, and Pooh are working on a plan to get honey from a beehive. Piglet wants to help, but his friends tell him that he is too small. When the plan goes awry, Piglet saves the day by trapping the bees in a decoy hive; but nobody notices what Piglet has done. Feeling ignored and unappreciated, Piglet sadly wanders away.
Piglet's friends realize that he is missing, so they search for him by using a scrapbook Piglet has made of their past adventures as a guide. On the way to Kanga's house, they reminisce about when Kanga and Roo arrived in the Hundred Acre Wood. Everyone is afraid of the newcomers and Rabbit concocts a plan to use Piglet as a decoy so they could kidnap Roo. Kanga pretends to believe that Piglet is Roo and gives him a dose of fish oil and a bath. She gives him a cookie afterwards and Piglet realizes that she is actually very nice. Roo and Rabbit have become friends and everyone agrees that Kanga and Roo should stay.
Back in the present, Roo joins the search party and they head to the next destination in the scrapbook: the North Pole. They remember the story of the expedition to find the Pole. Partway through the expedition, Roo falls into the river. Tigger, Rabbit and Eeyore try to save him but to no avail. Piglet uses a very long stick to catapult Roo out of the river and hands it off to Pooh as he runs to try and catch Roo. Christopher Robin arrives on the scene, sees Pooh holding the stick, and declares that Pooh has discovered the North Pole; Piglet's role in both Roo's rescue and the Pole's discovery went unacknowledged.
Back in the present, Piglet's friends express their regrets for not celebrating Piglet's heroism. They become increasingly worried as a storm rolls in; to reassure Roo, Eeyore and Pooh tell him about the time Piglet built a house for Eeyore. Piglet has pointed out to Pooh that Eeyore did not have a house to keep him warm. Pooh decides that they should build Eeyore a house on that very spot, which he names "Pooh Corner." Pooh briefly considers calling it "Pooh and Piglet Corner" before deciding that "Pooh Corner" sounds nicer. Tigger joins Pooh in trying to build the house while Piglet struggles to keep up; eventually, Pooh and Tigger give up. Then they learn that Eeyore has already built himself a house out of sticks, though it has gone missing. Pooh and Tigger realize that they are using Eeyore's old house to build Eeyore's new house. As they struggle to explain, Piglet arrives and leads them back to Eeyore's newly completed house. Once again, Piglet's contributions are overlooked as the wind gets the credit for moving Eeyore's house.
As the rain begins to fall, Tigger wants to skip to the end of the book to find where Piglet is, but Rabbit insists that they go through it in order; they begin fighting over the book, which falls in the river. The friends sadly return to Piglet's house to keep Roo from catching a cold. They draw new pictures of Piglet, then set out to look for him again. They find the scrapbook bindings, suspended on a hollow log, overhanging a raging waterfall; Pooh goes to retrieve it, but falls into a hole in the log.
Pooh's friends form themselves into a rescue rope, but it is not quite long enough and Pooh is stuck hanging precariously over the waterfall. Piglet appears and pulls Pooh to safety, but the log begins to break, which knocks Piglet's scrapbook into the river below. Rabbit, Eeyore, Tigger, and Roo all make it to solid ground, just in time to see half of the log plummet to the water below. Tigger, Rabbit, Roo and Eeyore begin to cry and almost fail to notice Pooh and Piglet emerging from inside of the other half of the log. Piglet's friends take him home and show him the drawings they have made of him, demonstrating their appreciation for everything Piglet has done. They have a party and Pooh shows Piglet the new sign for the renamed "Pooh and Piglet Corner."

Tags: cute, entertaining

Review:
This movie has captivated not only my almost three-year-old's attention, but the hearts of our entire family!
This movie is sweet, charming, and chock-full of reminders of how we should value and treat our precious friendships!
Being the "tiny voice" in the group, Piglet and his kindnesses are often overlooked, leaving him feeling alone and insignificant...how many of us can relate to that, especially our children?!
I know my children have thought twice about how they are treating their friends after having seen this movie!
Songs include, "A Few Good Friends", "A Mother's Intuition", and Simon's own, softer version of Pooh's theme song.Don't miss this delightfully enchanting film...you'll be "singing" its praises too!!.
Sweet children's movie.
Piglet's Big Movie is a sweet children's movie, though I don't think it is as good as the Tigger Movie.
There are flaws with the movie, the characters due to the voice actors changing have drastically changed, Rabbit especially.
The plot is a little unfocused, it is nice that adorable Piglet has his own movie, but only the last quarter of or so of the film was dedicated completely to Piglet, there were parts when it was suggestive of an extended TV episode.
However, the voice acting is very good, Jim Cummings is marvellous as Tigger and Pooh, and John Fiedler voices Piglet beautifully.
The art work, while not as good as the animation in the Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh, is still decent, and the songs by Carly Simon, especially the stirring Sing Ho For the Life of the Bear are surprisingly memorable.
7/10 Bethany Cox. A fantastic Disney film and the best of the Pooh Bear series..
It's a wonderful film for children and adults bringing together all the various Winnie the Pooh stories.
Piglet's Big Movie gives you insight into many of the Pooh Bear characters.
Having seen this film, I find that reading the Pooh Bear stories is more interesting.
You can sing along with many of the songs (and learn them if you let the subtitles run with the film).
We keep coming back to this film because it has the most entertaining elements for the Pooh series.
The film pulls together all the elements of Winnie the Pooh.
Our 9-year-old got very sad at the middle and near the end of the movie.
My son especially liked it when Pooh changed the end of the "House at Pooh Corner" story..
Disney is certainly guilty of releasing a long string of disappointing, soulless, superficial animated features, e.g., The Lion King.
However, Piglet's Big Movie has soul, and is extremely well-crafted.
I'm 43, and I enjoy this movie just as much as my five year old daughter.
The flashback sequences work well for me, particularly since I read the original Milne books to my daughter, the source material for these flashbacks.This movie is much better than other Disney attempts at Pooh I've seen, such as the Tigger movie from a few years ago.
In Piglet's Big Movie, the key elements of the soundtrack are from Carly Simon (New York), and the animation was crafted in Japan.I don't quite understand why this movie receives such poor reviews in IMDb. Perhaps viewers have been fed so much garbage from Disney for so long that, like sugar and high fructose corn syrup, viewers' tastes have become dulled and swollen to the point that craftsmanship is no longer appreciated, nor can viewers appreciate an elegantly executed, yet simple storyline.
I'd like to blame Disney for just "giving its audience what it wants", but then, this is a democracy, and ultimately, the people decide where quality lies..
Any review looking at this movie as anything short of entertainment for kids is missing the point.
There were laughs, but mostly this was a very good movie to make people and kids realize value and worth.
As always Disney manages to end with a great deal of the realization of friends and family being important.
It isn't the most stimulating of all movies (i.e. Shrek, Monsters, Inc) but it's for the kids, not the adults..
Our children are four (boy) and two (girl) and have only seen two other Pooh movies.
Piglet's Big Movie is...
Trying to prove that he really can be helpful, Piglet goes missing in the Hundred Acre Wood, which prompts his friends to go look for him.
The first highlight of this film is that we get to see many of the A.A. Milne stories (Kanga and Roo Come to the Wood, Pooh Corner, and the North Pole) when the characters remember Piglet, although they have been slightly altered in Piglet's favor, which is fine.The second highlight is that the movie itself is made beautifully.
You really feel the emotion that the characters go through, which is strange for an animated film.
It is not cheesy or forced - it is simply sweet.But I must give you warning: as soon as Tigger and Rabbit lose the scrapbook, tears will be shed - and they won't stop until the movie ends.
But that's okay, because we could always use a good cry.This is by far the BEST animated Disney film ever, and the greatest animated movie period.
Seeing as Winnie The Pooh is one of Disney's most recognisable and popular characters, I guess it didn't take them long to realise that multiple sequels, each one focused on a different character, would be a sure-fire money-maker.
Thus, we have "Piglet's Big Movie" for any fans of the diminutive pink pig.Essentially three short stories, "Piglet's Big Movie" is the tale of the smallest resident of the Hundred Acre Wood - Piglet (voiced by John Fiedler).
When he disappears, it's up to Winnie the Pooh (Jim Cummings, who also voices Tigger) and the rest of the gang to go looking for him.
Yep, this is as sugary and as sweet as they come - all the Christmas cake in the world won't get near to this.Despite some venomous remarks from Disney purists, this is actually a very traditional picture.
A shame that they couldn't quite get the voices right - they sound like impressions of the original films back in the Sixties (which, of course, they actually are).
This is lazy film-making, a bland and unexciting outing for some much loved characters.
I just hope they can work wonders with Eeyore's movie because everyone knows that Eeyore is the best....
"Piglet's Big Movie" seems to be another Disney sequel treated with total disrespect and disregard, only this time, it's not straight to video - it's in the theaters.
Tigger had his own movie a few years ago (which was a joyful movie filled with a fair amount of humor), so with the success of that film Disney has decided to target a brand new film specifically at Piglet fans, though fans of the classic Piglet may be disappointed, as the new voice of Piglet sounds wholly different, and his size has decreased significantly (he used to be about half the size of Winnie the Pooh, now he's about the size of Pooh's paw).I've personally always hated Piglet.
Pooh's had his own children's book series, his own short films from the mid-sixties, a cartoon series in the nineties, and a complete franchise built upon him.
Tigger is the most widely-loved character from the series (and I agree), and so he has had his own movie and is featured in many merchandise tie-ins.
Quite honestly, many people favor Eeyore over Piglet, and so the next film will probably be "Eeyore's Big Adventure" or something.
The question is whether we need films based soley upon characters who were never meant to be totally expanded upon in the first place."Piglet's Big Movie" starts off in the Hundred Acre Wood.
Winnie the Pooh (voice of Jim Cummings), Tigger (also Cummings), et al, are working on something and exclude Piglet because he is too small.
It is then that the gang reflect on many different adventures they had in which Piglet paid major parts of (although Piglet's feats in "Pooh's Grand Adventure: The Search for Christopher Robin" are left unexplored, as that would be ripping off an audience even more than they already are being ripped off).I realize "Piglet's Big Movie" is for children, and in that respect I don't blame Disney for making it.
Second, I know that there are a lot of Piglet fans out there (mainly women) who absolutely adore the character, who wear pirated shirts with irons of Piglet stained on them, and by making this crap they're hurting their chances at respect from big-time fans.There isn't any wonder in this film, there isn't anything fresh, to say it is a film entirely about Piglet and his Big Movie is lying.
This is a rip-off cash-in that Disney has crafted just to make some extra cash through Piglet fans.
Midway through this cartoon adventure, a seven-year-old I was watching the movie with said, "This is stupid." She then advised a friend, "Whatever you do, don't buy 'Piglet's Big Movie,' it's stupid." If a seven-year-old has enough cinematic taste to realize "Piglet's Big Movie" is a rip-off, Disney may have to remarket their strategy - kids aren't as stupid and devoid of cinematic taste, it seems, as they think.2/5 stars -John Ulmer.
I saw the Disney's animated pooh stories as a child.
Now I am old enough to have my own kids (I'm 24) and I'm so glad Disney has continued to make such lovely kiddy movies.
There's really nothing to dislike when it comes to choosing something sweet, innocent and good for children.the song are fun.However!
As this movie is not really a movie at all but a series of short stories revolving around piglet.
And little kids again won't CARE about movie quality animation.
This is made for CHILDREN and not adults like so many movies are nowadays.
Not much to say, above that it is a childrens movie and for a time brings ones mind off the ugliness that most other movies present - when seen as an adult :-).My thumps up comes forth as my girlfriend dropped a few tears watching Pooh and the gang make drawings of Piglet and remembering him as a good friend..
I took a 5 year old to this and she liked the songs, she said but she wiggled and squirmed the whole time because the film drags along going over former tales about the friends of piglet.
Previous comments have already covered that this movie basically recycles old Winnie The Pooh stories (including the original book) - the little kids may not care but don't the authors owe more to the fans of the series and actually produce a decent screenplay?
They were cute but rather intelligent.This movie borders on the sadistic at times - such as the scene where Kanga puts Piglet through the ordeal of giving him a bath, while perfectly knowing that he is Roo. Now, I realize that this is yet another recycled story but the way it is handled resembles something from the Animaniacs.
The writers basically said 'let's make something that'll make the kiddies laugh before they are old enough to realize it is not funny.' There is no sensitivity or creativity shown whatsoever.My advice to parents - buy Milne's book or, if you are desperately looking for a rental, get your kid a Miyazaki..
A big disappointment for both kids and adults alike.
I bought this movie on DVD as a present for my 3 year old nephew.
This movie just regurgitates all the old Pooh stories and is not really about Piglet at all.
What a total waste of time and a complete rip off by Disney.
If you want to see an animated feature that is entertaining for kids and adults then see Finding Nemo, Monsters Inc or Shrek instead.
This is a great children's movie.
When you think of Disney you think of children's movies and children's cartoons.
Piglets Big Movie is for a child.
My brothers and sisters enjoyed it and after watching the movie myself I have to say the movie was exactly like a children's movie should be.
There was no cussing no violence it was like any other Winnie the pooh movie, and who can say poohs silly ways are ever dull and boring.
I know I always get in at least ten laughs with each Winnie the pooh movie which is saying something when it is a children's movie.
This movie is a must see for younger children, and I guess anyone who doesn't have a problem with realizing that most Disney movies are stories made for young children.
It's great that Piglet has his own movie but....
'Piglet's Big Movie' could have been much better.
While watching it, it felt as though one was watching a straight to video Disney film.
Piglet being the littlest one in the group and often ignored, the characters walk down memory lane while as they reminisce their little friend while searching for him.
The songs have beautiful lyrics but most of them are poorly sung except for the one beautifully sung by Carly Simon herself which is one of the highlights of the movie.
'Piglet's Big Movie' may have its flaws but it's far from Disney's worst.
Overall, I'm still glad that Piglet got his own movie..
Tired of always been overlooked and unappreciated by his friends due to his size and quiet manner, Piglet goes missing without letting anyone know.
On the way they begin to realise that Piglet is much more important than they gave him credit for.With so much of children's animated films being aimed at both children and adults these days, I didn't feel I was out of place sitting down to watch the Piglet movie - surely it will have something to offer me I reasoned.
Sadly this is old school animation in so many ways and was a severe disappointment to me - even at less than 80 minutes I was struggling not to stop the video (and the toddlers who it had been rented for had long since given up on it).I didn't expect it to be full of sharp wit aimed at adults but I was prepared for just how simplistic the whole affair would be.
The songs are all good example of how the film was - they are all bland and old fashioned.
Piglet's internal hurt could have been explored better but in the end it is just resolved and accepted all too easily.Overall I am struggling to find anything good to say about this film.
I do like the Pooh characters and it is sad to see them being presented like this..
here, nothing needs to be removed(and why should it-at 75 minutes long?) My review statement is this is a fine movie to watch, but not numerous times or the viewing experience will die out..
For anyone who has seen a previous Winnie the Pooh cartoon this will be a disappointing movie.
The characters are presented in a callous manner in regard to each other and especially Piglet.
Rabbit is as close to a villian as portrayed in any Disney movie.
And a scene near the end left one of my kids crying well after the movie because she thought that Pooh and Piglet had been hurt.
The barest redemptive value would be the series of scenes where the characters are making drawing for Piglet and the scenes come to life.
This film is great just like the others.
I nearly cried when Pooh lost Piglet's scrap-book.
This film is cute just like all the others and I have a friend who thinks Pooh cares more about his honey than his friends, which this movie prooves is false.Piglet feels left out because of his size and runs away.
Pooh, Tigger, Eeyore, Roo and Rabbit are concerned and look for him using his scrap book.
Along the way they learn that Piglet is a big part in their lives and that they took advantage of him.
In the end Pooh is almost killed, but Piglet saves him.
This film is good and is underrated just like all the Pooh films!Plus, Carly Simon ain't half bad at singing the songs.POOH ROCKS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!.
Piglets big movie is the best movie I've seen, nd I'm 15!
it is an emotional film about friendship, if only we all had friends like them!
Piglets big movie shows that no matter how small you are you are big in peoples lives and that meant something to me as I'm short!
it made me see that no matter how much you think no one needs you, at least one person needs you and would do anything to make sure you are ok1 i was so thankful for my friends after i saw this film!!.
Although it starts out slow in the beginning, it gets interesting after the part where Pooh and the others lose their map for finding Piglet after he goes missing.
This movie makes you realize how much you love your friends, and had me in absolute tears by the end.
Mystery, friendship, music, drama, Winnie the Pooh, this movie's got it all!.
I don't normally give 1 as a score, especially to a Winnie the Pooh movie.
Obviously, no one who was writing or editing has ever seen The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh, which is the release of the three main vignettes created by Disney himself with his original artists, etc.
Never buying this movie and maybe even sending mail to Disney to let them know fans of Pooh weren't napping on this one.