{"id":9804,"date":"2022-10-08T12:12:22","date_gmt":"2022-10-08T19:12:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/?p=9804"},"modified":"2022-10-08T14:44:50","modified_gmt":"2022-10-08T21:44:50","slug":"boonie-bears-monster-plan-a-mad-scientist-crazed-hamster-a-forest-full-of-animal-friends-in-a-lighthearted-animated-comedy","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/2022\/boonie-bears-monster-plan-a-mad-scientist-crazed-hamster-a-forest-full-of-animal-friends-in-a-lighthearted-animated-comedy\/","title":{"rendered":"Boonie Bears: Monster Plan * A Mad Scientist, Crazed Hamster &#038; A Forest Full Of Animal Friends In A Lighthearted, Animated Comedy"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-full is-resized\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/222429.jpg?resize=110%2C162&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-9806\" width=\"110\" height=\"162\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>The crazy scientist, Doctor Rex Vector, and his hamster assistant, Mister Pete, return to Pine Tree Mountain with Vector\u2019s new, evil invention: a robo-monster complete with animal abilities. But first, Vector needs to collect these skills. He comes up with a power absorbing gadget, which he often disguises, in order to trap and steal abilities from the innocent animals. Vick, Briar and Bramble, along with other animal friends, must stand up against this \u201cmonster plan\u201d of Vector\u2019s. It\u2019s going to be a fierce fight between wild animals and poaching villains.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>KIDS FIRST! Film Critic Tiana S. comments, \u201cEntertaining, kid-friendly, and adventurous are just the words to describe the animated film,&nbsp;<em>Boonie Bears: Monster Plan 3<\/em>! From adorable characters to an amazing animation style, young kids are sure to love watching.\u201d Hanadie K. adds, \u201cWhat do you get when you combine a mad scientist, a crazed hamster sidekick, a pack of brave bears, and a forest full of animal friends? You get a lighthearted, adorable, funny animated comedy. Boonie Bears: Monster Plan is quirky and fun to watch.\u201d Selene W. wraps it up with, \u201cThe animation in Boonie Bears: Monster Plan is really superb.&nbsp; I love the detail and the movement of all the various characters, as well as the beautiful forest backgrounds.&nbsp; There is so much detail and movement in all of the character\u2019s facial expressions.\u201d See their full reviews below.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Boonie Bears: Monster Plan<br>By Tiana S., KIDS FIRST! Film Critic, age 12<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<span class=\"embed-youtube\" style=\"text-align:center; display: block;\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" class=\"youtube-player\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/UMjLlSklGlg?version=3&#038;rel=1&#038;showsearch=0&#038;showinfo=1&#038;iv_load_policy=1&#038;fs=1&#038;hl=en-US&#038;autohide=2&#038;wmode=transparent\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" style=\"border:0;\" sandbox=\"allow-scripts allow-same-origin allow-popups allow-presentation allow-popups-to-escape-sandbox\"><\/iframe><\/span>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignright size-medium is-resized\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Boonie_Bears_Monster_Plan_Screenshot_2.jpg?resize=225%2C127&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-9887\" width=\"225\" height=\"127\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Boonie_Bears_Monster_Plan_Screenshot_2.jpg?resize=300%2C169&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Boonie_Bears_Monster_Plan_Screenshot_2.jpg?resize=768%2C432&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Boonie_Bears_Monster_Plan_Screenshot_2.jpg?w=800&amp;ssl=1 800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 225px) 100vw, 225px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Entertaining, kid-friendly, and adventurous are just the words to describe the animated film,\u00a0<em>Boonie Bears: Monster Plan<\/em>! From adorable characters to an amazing animation style, young kids are sure to love watching.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Dr. Rex Victor, the evil and crazy scientist, and his hamster assistant are back in <em>Boonie Bears: Monster Plan 3<\/em> with a new, evil invention: a robo-monster with animal abilities. They are wreaking havoc on Pine Tree Mountain with their \u201cmonster plan\u201d and it\u2019s up to the bear brothers, Briar (Rick Jay Glen) and Bramble (Justin J. Wheeler) to stop them. With Dr. Victor trying to create a perfect monster, the Boonie Bears stand up against him, which sends the characters into endless adventures.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This is a great film that\u2019s sure to keep young viewers entertained<em>. Boonie Bears: Monster Plan<\/em>\u00a0is the third installment of the <em>Boonie Bears: Monster Plan<\/em> movie series. This is the most popular Chinese kid\u2019s television show and it\u2019s cool that it not only has been adapted into a film franchise but also is translated into English for non-Chinese speakers to watch and enjoy. I love the animation style as well as the voice acting which is very soft and cute, just like you would expect from a kids\u2019 show. My favorite part of this film is when Briar, Bramble and Logger Vick help save Dr. Rex Victor by dressing up as him and distracting the Badger from chasing Victor.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-medium is-resized\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Boonie_Bears_Monster_Plan_Screenshot_5.jpg?resize=225%2C127&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-9884\" width=\"225\" height=\"127\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Boonie_Bears_Monster_Plan_Screenshot_5.jpg?resize=300%2C169&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Boonie_Bears_Monster_Plan_Screenshot_5.jpg?resize=768%2C432&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Boonie_Bears_Monster_Plan_Screenshot_5.jpg?w=800&amp;ssl=1 800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 225px) 100vw, 225px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>There are multiple messages of&nbsp;<em>Boonie Bears: Monster Plan.<\/em>&nbsp;The film shows how important friendships are and that they are something worth saving, because a friend is someone who is there for you and always cares for your well-being. It also highlights the importance of teamwork and how, when you work together, you can accomplish more, whether it\u2019s to help someone or to accomplish a joint project.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Boonie Bears: Monster Plan <\/em>gets4 out of 5 stars from me and, since it is very kiddy, I recommend it for ages 5 to 12. You can watch&nbsp;<em>Boonie Bears: Monster Plan<\/em>&nbsp;on digital platforms and DVD starting&nbsp;October 4, 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Boonie Bears: Monster Plan<br>By Hanadie K., KIDS FIRST! Film Critic, age 11<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<span class=\"embed-youtube\" style=\"text-align:center; display: block;\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" class=\"youtube-player\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/6pnB9gzkyt4?version=3&#038;rel=1&#038;showsearch=0&#038;showinfo=1&#038;iv_load_policy=1&#038;fs=1&#038;hl=en-US&#038;autohide=2&#038;wmode=transparent\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" style=\"border:0;\" sandbox=\"allow-scripts allow-same-origin allow-popups allow-presentation allow-popups-to-escape-sandbox\"><\/iframe><\/span>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>What do you get when you combine a mad scientist, a crazed hamster sidekick, a pack of brave bears, and a forest full of animal friends? You get a lighthearted, adorable, funny animated comedy. Boonie Bears: Monster Plan is quirky and fun to watch.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignright size-medium is-resized\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Boonie_Bears_Monster_Plan_Screenshot_4.jpg?resize=225%2C127&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-9885\" width=\"225\" height=\"127\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Boonie_Bears_Monster_Plan_Screenshot_4.jpg?resize=300%2C169&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Boonie_Bears_Monster_Plan_Screenshot_4.jpg?resize=768%2C432&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Boonie_Bears_Monster_Plan_Screenshot_4.jpg?w=800&amp;ssl=1 800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 225px) 100vw, 225px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>The storyline follows Doctor Rex Vector and his dedicated hamster comrade, Mister Pete, as they set out on a vicious mission to create a robot monster. The wicked duo has a brilliant idea to steal the animal abilities from the forest animals and give their powers to the robo-monster. Led by the bears, Briar and Bramble, the animals join forces to prevent Doctor Rex Vector from stealing their special skills and taking over the forest they call home.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As a lover of animated films, I must admit that this cast presents some of the most unique and comical voices. For example, you might expect the bears would have deep baritone voices. Ironically, the bear characters in this film have high-pitched, squeaky voices; this makes them fun to watch. The storyline follows bear best friends, Briar (Rick Jay Glen) and Bramble (Justin J. Wheeler), as they team up with the other animals to defeat the evil scientist. This dynamic duo makes an excellent team and is incredibly entertaining to watch. They are best pals, but they are more like brothers. It is as if one bear always knows what the other is thinking without them having to say anything. Their connection ultimately helps save the day. My favorite part of the film is when the animals have an intense fight scene with Doctor Rex Vector, Mister Pete, and a weapon that fires jelly and ice. Despite a determined Doctor Rex Vector and Mister Pete, they are no match for the forest animals. The fight between the forest animals and the wicked villains kept me on the edge of my seat the entire time.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-medium is-resized\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Boonie_Bears_Monster_Plan_Screenshot_3.jpg?resize=225%2C127&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-9886\" width=\"225\" height=\"127\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Boonie_Bears_Monster_Plan_Screenshot_3.jpg?resize=300%2C169&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Boonie_Bears_Monster_Plan_Screenshot_3.jpg?resize=768%2C432&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Boonie_Bears_Monster_Plan_Screenshot_3.jpg?w=800&amp;ssl=1 800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 225px) 100vw, 225px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>This film empowers viewers to never accept defeat. Doctor Rex Vector is relentless in his mission to steal the forest animals&#8217; special skills, but they persevere and never give up. The story reminds us that, sometimes, the only way to be victorious is to work with others. The animals alone are not strong enough to fight Doctor Vector and Mister Pete, but together they are a mighty force.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I give Boonie Bears: Monster Plan 3 out of 5 stars and recommend it for ages 4 to 9; it is perfect for family movie night. Boonie Bears: Monster Plan releases on VOD and DVD October 4, 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Boonie Bears: Monster Plan<br>By Selene W., KIDS FIRST! Film Critic, age 14&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<span class=\"embed-youtube\" style=\"text-align:center; display: block;\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" class=\"youtube-player\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/SdG5LLHveEg?version=3&#038;rel=1&#038;showsearch=0&#038;showinfo=1&#038;iv_load_policy=1&#038;fs=1&#038;hl=en-US&#038;autohide=2&#038;wmode=transparent\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" style=\"border:0;\" sandbox=\"allow-scripts allow-same-origin allow-popups allow-presentation allow-popups-to-escape-sandbox\"><\/iframe><\/span>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Boonie Bears: Monster Plan<\/em> is a fun and upbeat romp through the forest!\u00a0 There are lots of fun forest friends and many loveable characters to get to know in this wildly popular animated series.\u00a0 You don\u2019t need to have watched the previous episodes to fall in love with these furry friends and join their adventures saving their home.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignright size-medium is-resized\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Boonie_Bears_Monster_Plan_Screenshot_1.jpg?resize=225%2C127&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-9888\" width=\"225\" height=\"127\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Boonie_Bears_Monster_Plan_Screenshot_1.jpg?resize=300%2C169&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Boonie_Bears_Monster_Plan_Screenshot_1.jpg?resize=768%2C432&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Boonie_Bears_Monster_Plan_Screenshot_1.jpg?w=800&amp;ssl=1 800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 225px) 100vw, 225px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>The story follows bear pals Briar and Bramble, along with their animal friends, who must stand together to defeat the \u201cMonster Plan\u201d of crazy scientist Doctor Rex Vector and his hamster assistant Mister Pete.\u00a0 Rex Vector returns to Pine Tree Mountain with his newest invention, a robo-monster, made with various animal abilities. Mister Pete is sent on a mission by his master to steal the best abilities from different animals and the Boonie Bears have their work cut out for them to defeat Rex Vector\u2019s technological wizardry and save their friends.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The animation in<em> Boonie Bears: Monster Plan<\/em> is really superb.&nbsp; I love the detail and the movement of all the various characters, as well as the beautiful forest backgrounds.&nbsp; There is so much detail and movement in all of the character\u2019s facial expressions.&nbsp; The forest scenes are so beautifully depicted that you can see each leaf and appreciate the depth of field.&nbsp; The voice actors in this series each take on multiple roles and really bring each character to life through dialogue and all their funny sounds.&nbsp; The music directors Kate Qin and Zhiping Li bring in a fun and upbeat tempo to the series as well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The message of this series is that you can choose to do the right thing and follow your instincts.&nbsp; It is important to pay attention and learn your lessons while supporting your friends.&nbsp; However, friendship can be complicated and it is interesting to watch the forest friendships evolve.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I rate&nbsp;<em>Boonie Bears: Monster Plan<\/em> 4.5 out of 5 stars and recommend it for ages 5 to 8.&nbsp;These new episodes will be released on October 4, 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/vimeo.com\/730539471\/e6afae9ccc\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">https:\/\/vimeo.com\/730539471\/e6afae9ccc<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The crazy scientist, Doctor Rex Vector, and his hamster assistant, Mister Pete, return to Pine Tree Mountain with Vector\u2019s new, evil invention: a robo-monster complete with animal abilities. 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