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Sea Lions of the Galapagos

2025 · 83 min

A gentle, visually stunning nature documentary that follows a sea lion pup's journey with warmth and mild suspense, perfect for family viewing.

Directed by: Hugh Wilson
Genres: Documentary
Starring: Brendan Fraser

Tagline: A home like no other.
Overview: Follow Leo, a handsome sea lion pup who's learning how to navigate life alongside his mother, Luna.

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Directed by: Hugh Wilson
Genres: Documentary
Starring: Brendan Fraser

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Tone: warmstrength 2 of 3
earneststrength 2 of 3
tensestrength 1 of 3
Pacing: measured, 2 of 4, from slow-burn to relentless
Attention: easy-watch, 2 of 4, from background-friendly to demanding
Themes: survival
coming-of-age
family
nature
isolation
Places: wilderness
sea
Era: contemporary
Audience: family
Form: true story
Content intensity: Gore none
Language none
Violence mild
Sex none

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Action	3
Horror	1
Humour	3
Realism	9
Romance	0
Tension	3
Darkness	2
Complexity	2
Emotional weight	4

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