Saw Brother Bear over the weekend with big group of fam and friends, and really enjoyed it.

Critics were definitely way too harsh in judging the film. I thought the story was great (much deeper than the simple fish out of water story shown in the trailers) and the animation was beautiful.

Lots of good jokes that weren't in the tv spots, especially the Moose "I spy" game and the stuff that plays with the credits (definitely don't leave early)

Don't want to give any spoilers, but the film isn't sappy and actually surprised me a little with some plot twists. Overall a solid 7.5/10. Entertaining, warm, funny, and visually impressive.

Just my $2 (my opinions are worth more!)