Grizzly, 1976, PG, 1 hr 29 min

Grizzly
Age Rating: PG

Runtime: 89 minutes
Studio: Film Ventures International
Country of Origin: United States

Franchise: Standalone
Franchise Position: N/A

A monstrous 18-foot grizzly terrorizes a national park, forcing a ranger, a naturalist, and a helicopter pilot into a deadly hunt for survival.

Ratings:
My Rating: 4.0/10
The Dove Foundation: Not listed
IMDb: 5.2/10
Rotten Tomatoes: 45%
Metacritic: 25
TMDb: N/A

Plot Summary:
When hikers are found mauled in a Georgia national park, Chief Ranger Mike Kelly must confront the horrifying truth: an enormous grizzly bear is hunting people. Despite bureaucratic pushback from park officials who want to keep the park open for tourism, Kelly and his small team — a naturalist and a helicopter pilot — set out to track down the creature before more lives are lost. The hunt escalates into a bloody battle between man and nature, as the grizzly proves shockingly intelligent and relentless.

Critics Review:
Critics largely dismissed Grizzly as a blatant imitation of Jaws, replacing the ocean with the forest. While some praised the scenic wilderness cinematography and a few suspenseful moments, most found the story predictable and the special effects unconvincing. Despite harsh reviews, the film became a surprise box office success for its low budget, solidifying its reputation as a cult B-movie creature feature.

Christian Perspective:
Grizzly provides a cautionary theme about human arrogance and our failure to respect creation. The park administrators’ greed and denial mirror how ignoring truth and conscience can lead to destruction. Chief Ranger Mike Kelly displays courage, leadership, and sacrifice — traits of a moral protector. However, the film’s graphic violence and horror elements can dull empathy or glorify death if watched without discernment. Christians can reflect on stewardship, responsibility, and valuing life over profit.

Family Friendliness:
Though rated PG, the violence and gore push this film far beyond what families should consider suitable. Maulings, bloodshed, and scenes of terror make it inappropriate for children and younger teens. Not recommended for families.

Notable Songs: N/A

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