Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle facts for kids
Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle is a super fun fantasy adventure comedy movie that came out in 2017. It was directed by Jake Kasdan. This movie is part of the exciting Jumanji series. It's a sequel to the first Jumanji movie from 1995. That first movie was based on a children's book by Chris Van Allsburg.
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About Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle
This movie takes the idea of a magical game to a whole new level. Instead of a board game, it's now a video game! Four teenagers get pulled into the dangerous world of Jumanji. They have to work together to survive and escape.
The Story of Jumanji
The movie starts in 1996. A young man finds the Jumanji board game. He doesn't want to play a board game. So, the game magically changes into a video game cartridge. He starts playing it and disappears.
Years later, in 2017, four high school students are in detention. Spencer, Fridge, Bethany, and Martha are very different. They find an old video game console with the Jumanji game. They decide to play it.
Inside the Game World
When they pick their characters, something amazing happens. They are sucked into the game! Each teen turns into the avatar they chose. But there's a twist! They don't get the bodies they expect.
- Spencer becomes Dr. Smolder Bravestone. He is a strong explorer played by Dwayne Johnson.
- Fridge becomes Franklin "Mouse" Finbar. He is a small zoologist played by Kevin Hart.
- Bethany becomes Professor Sheldon "Shelly" Oberon. He is a cartographer played by Jack Black.
- Martha becomes Ruby Roundhouse. She is a tough fighter played by Karen Gillan.
They quickly learn the rules of the game. They have three lives each. If they lose all their lives, they will truly disappear. Their mission is to find a special jewel called the "Jaguar's Eye." They must return it to a giant jaguar statue. This will save Jumanji from a bad guy named Van Pelt. Only then can they return home.
Facing Challenges and Learning Lessons
The jungle world of Jumanji is full of dangers. They face wild animals, tricky puzzles, and dangerous traps. They also meet a pilot named Jefferson "Seaplane" McDonough. He is another player who has been stuck in the game for a long time.
As they try to complete their mission, the teens learn important lessons. They have to use their unique strengths. They also learn to overcome their weaknesses. Spencer, who is shy, learns to be brave. Fridge, who is big, learns to appreciate his small size. Bethany, who is self-centered, learns to care about others. Martha, who is awkward, learns to be confident. They discover the true meaning of teamwork and friendship.
Making the Movie
The movie was filmed in beautiful locations. Much of it was shot in Hawaii. The amazing jungle scenes make the movie feel very real. The actors did many of their own stunts. This helped make the action scenes exciting.
The movie uses lots of special effects. These effects bring the wild animals and the magical jungle to life. The filmmakers worked hard to create a world that felt both dangerous and fun.
Why Kids Love It
Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle is popular with kids and teens for many reasons.
- It's full of exciting action and funny moments.
- The idea of being pulled into a video game is very cool.
- The characters are relatable. They learn to be better versions of themselves.
- It shows that even very different people can work together.
- It teaches about friendship, bravery, and self-discovery.
The movie was a big success. It showed that the Jumanji story can keep changing and stay exciting for new audiences.
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Dwayne Johnson and Kevin Hart on the film's set at Kualoa Ranch in Hawaii.
See also
In Spanish: Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle para niños
