Bambi: A Tale of Life in the Woods

This French adventure documentary follows the life of a male roe deer named Bambi from birth through adulthood. After spending his early days exploring the forest with his mother and various animal companions, Bambi is orphaned when hunters kill his mother. The story tracks his growth as he learns to survive alone, finds a mate, and receives guidance from his father regarding the perils of human hunters.

The film was directed by Michel Fessler, who also co-wrote the screenplay with Laurence Buchmann. The production was handled by Kinology, Gébéka Films, and MC4, featuring the voice of Mylène Farmer as the narrator. With a runtime of 78 minutes, the movie earned 1 million USD at the worldwide box office. Audience reception is mixed, with a rating of 5.6 on IMDb based on 441 votes and a slightly higher score of 6.5 on TMDB from 80 votes.