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Deep Dive: Penguins (2019)

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Penguins
Penguins is a nature documentary that follows an Adélie penguin named Steve in Antarctica as he seeks to build a nest, find a mate, and start a family. The film captures Steve's attempts to impress a female penguin named Adeline, leading to their eventual partnership and the hatching of their two eggs. The narrative emphasizes the challenges Steve faces, including searching for food and protecting his family from predators like skuas and a leopard seal. The documentary is produced by Disneynature and was released in the United States on April 17, 2019. It features narration by Ed Helms and is noted for its beautiful cinematography. The film is the thirteenth release under the Disneynature label and received positive reviews, with an approval rating of 92% on Rotten Tomatoes.

Why Watch

  • •Meet Steve, the Adélie penguin in Antarctica.
  • •See the challenges of penguin parenting.
  • •Follow the adorable chicks as they grow.

Did You Know

•The film was released five days before Earth Day on April 17, 2019.
•Steve and Adeline have two eggs, which later hatch into chicks.
•The film made $503,000 on its first day in the U.S. and Canada.

Perfect For

Nature documentary fansAnimal loversFamilies with children