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Posketonta bongausta

Original title: The Big Year
  • 20112011
  • K-7K-7
  • 1h 42min
IMDb RATING
6.2/10
44K
YOUR RATING
  • Cast & crew
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  • Trivia
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Steve Martin, Owen Wilson, and Jack Black in The Big Year (2011)
Three avid bird watchers compete to spot the rarest birds in North America at a prestigious annual event.
Play trailer1:54
6 Videos
57 Photos
Comedy

Two bird enthusiasts try to defeat the cocky, cutthroat world record holder in a year-long bird-spotting competition.Two bird enthusiasts try to defeat the cocky, cutthroat world record holder in a year-long bird-spotting competition.Two bird enthusiasts try to defeat the cocky, cutthroat world record holder in a year-long bird-spotting competition.

IMDb RATING
6.2/10
44K
YOUR RATING
  • Director
    • David Frankel
  • Writers
    • Howard Franklin(screenplay)
    • Mark Obmascik(book "The Big Year: A Tale of Man, Nature, and Fowl Obsession")
  • Stars
    • Owen Wilson
    • Jack Black
    • Steve Martin
Top credits
  • Director
    • David Frankel
  • Writers
    • Howard Franklin(screenplay)
    • Mark Obmascik(book "The Big Year: A Tale of Man, Nature, and Fowl Obsession")
  • Stars
    • Owen Wilson
    • Jack Black
    • Steve Martin
  • See production, box office & company info
    • 165User reviews
    • 107Critic reviews
    • 53Metascore
  • See more at IMDbPro
    • Awards
      • 1 win

    Videos6

    U.S. Version
    Trailer 1:54
    U.S. Version
    "The Bridge"
    Clip 1:09
    "The Bridge"
    "Stu's Advice"
    Clip 0:45
    "Stu's Advice"
    "Sea Sick Stu"
    Clip 1:06
    "Sea Sick Stu"
    "Stu and Brad Scare Kenny"
    Clip 1:16
    "Stu and Brad Scare Kenny"
    The Big Year
    Interview 0:44
    The Big Year

    Photos57

    Steve Martin, Owen Wilson, and Jack Black in The Big Year (2011)
    Steve Martin and Jack Black in The Big Year (2011)
    Jack Black and Rashida Jones in The Big Year (2011)
    Owen Wilson in The Big Year (2011)
    Steve Martin and Owen Wilson in The Big Year (2011)
    Jack Black in The Big Year (2011)
    Jack Black, Rashida Jones, and Tim Blake Nelson in The Big Year (2011)
    Steve Martin and Jack Black in The Big Year (2011)
    Steve Martin in The Big Year (2011)
    Owen Wilson and Tim Blake Nelson in The Big Year (2011)
    Steve Martin, Owen Wilson, and Jack Black in The Big Year (2011)
    Steve Martin, Owen Wilson, and Jack Black in The Big Year (2011)

    Top cast

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    Owen Wilson
    Owen Wilson
    • Kenny Bostickas Kenny Bostick
    Jack Black
    Jack Black
    • Brad Harrisas Brad Harris
    Steve Martin
    Steve Martin
    • Stu Preissleras Stu Preissler
    John Cleese
    John Cleese
    • Narratoras Narrator
    • (voice)
    Zahf Paroo
    Zahf Paroo
    • Prasadas Prasad
    Stacey Scowley
    Stacey Scowley
    • Vickias Vicki
    Michael Karl Richards
    Michael Karl Richards
    • Vicki's Fiancéeas Vicki's Fiancée
    Rosamund Pike
    Rosamund Pike
    • Jessicaas Jessica
    Kevin Pollak
    Kevin Pollak
    • Jim Gittelsonas Jim Gittelson
    Joel McHale
    Joel McHale
    • Barry Loomisas Barry Loomis
    JoBeth Williams
    JoBeth Williams
    • Edithas Edith
    Paul Campbell
    Paul Campbell
    • Tonyas Tony
    Cindy Busby
    Cindy Busby
    • Susieas Susie
    Greg Kean
    Greg Kean
    • Computer Birderas Computer Birder
    Eva Bourne
    Eva Bourne
    • Birder's Daughteras Birder's Daughter
    • (as Eva Allan)
    Bill Dow
    Bill Dow
    • Dr. Paul Elkinas Dr. Paul Elkin
    Barry Shabaka Henley
    Barry Shabaka Henley
    • Dr. Neil Krameras Dr. Neil Kramer
    Dianne Wiest
    Dianne Wiest
    • Brendaas Brenda
    • Director
      • David Frankel
    • Writers
      • Howard Franklin(screenplay)
      • Mark Obmascik(book "The Big Year: A Tale of Man, Nature, and Fowl Obsession") (inspiration)
    • All cast & crew
    • See more cast details at IMDbPro

    Storyline

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    In birding, a Big Year is seeing or hearing as many different species of birds as possible in a calendar year. Three men pursue the Birder of the Year title: Kenny Bostick, who's seen a record 732 in a past big year, Stu Preissler, newly retired, and Brad Harris, who narrates the story. Life gets in the way: Bostick's wife wants a baby, Stu's firm needs him for sensitive negotiations, and Brad, divorced and underemployed at 36, has an encouraging mom and a disapproving dad. They criss-cross the continent (including a trip to Alaska's westernmost island), follow migration patterns, and head for storms that force birds to ground. Who will win, at what cost, and with what rewards? —<jhailey@hotmail.com>
    attu alaskastormcompetitionalaskabirding49 more
    • Plot summary
    • Plot synopsis
    • Genre
      • Comedy
    • Certificate
      • K-7
    • Parents guide

    Did you know

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    • Trivia
      Steve Martin wrote much of the music in his 2011 album, "Rare Bird Alert" (Steve Martin and the Steep Canyon Rangers), while on the set for this movie.
    • Goofs
      Attu island is not closer to Tokyo than Anchorage. Anchorage is 1440 miles from the island, Tokyo is closer to 2000 miles away.
    • Quotes

      On Screen Text: [first lines, the text that appears on screen] This is a true story.

      On Screen Text: Only the facts have been changed.

    • Crazy credits
      During the end credits, photos of every bird found by the winner are shown.
    • Alternate versions
      UK BluRay sports an Extended Cut of the film, adding a good six minutes of minor background information on the three main characters and special birds. It also replaces Jack Black's narration of the story with a new narration by John Cleese who also receives a credit in the opening title sequence.
    • Connections
      Featured in The Tonight Show with Jay Leno: Episode #20.14 (2011)
    • Soundtracks
      Minor Swing
      Music by Django Reinhardt and Stéphane Grappelli

      Performed by Django Reinhardt

      Courtesy of Bluebird/RCA Victor

      By arrangement with Sony Music Licensing

    User reviews165

    Review
    Top review
    9/10
    Don't expect a laugh out loud comedy...
    This i a highly underrated movie, about human interaction. I can't believe that people don't get it.

    I've always admired people who where passionate about things in life. Be it model trains, woodworking, stamps or traveling. This movie serves as inspiration to get out and do something and is a celebration of the people who do.

    I've seen this movie 3 times, and each time it leaves me with a sense of community with the characters, and i wan't to spend more time with then.

    Ignore the critics, and just enjoy.
    helpful•103
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    • peter260973
    • Jul 27, 2012

    FAQ1

    • What are the differences between the Theatrical Version and the Extended Cut?

    Details

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    • Release date
      • October 14, 2011 (Canada)
    • Countries of origin
      • United States
      • Canada
    • Official site
      • Official site (Japan)
    • Language
      • English
    • Also known as
      • The Big Year - posketonta bongausta
    • Filming locations
      • Attu, Alaska, USA
    • Production companies
      • Fox 2000 Pictures
      • Red Hour Films
      • Deuce Three Productions
    • See more company credits at IMDbPro

    Box office

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    • Budget
      • $41,000,000 (estimated)
    • Gross US & Canada
      • $7,204,138
    • Opening weekend US & Canada
      • $3,251,884
      • Oct 16, 2011
    • Gross worldwide
      • $8,179,416
    See detailed box office info on IMDbPro

    Technical specs

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    • Runtime
      • 1h 42min
    • Color
      • Color
    • Sound mix
      • Dolby
      • SDDS
      • Datasat
      • Dolby Surround 7.1
    • Aspect ratio
      • 2.35 : 1

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