Charlotte’s Web
Year | 1973 |
Starring | Dakota Fanning, John Cleese, Julia Roberts, Kathy Bates, Oprah Winfrey, Robert Redford, Steve Buscemi |
Director(s) | Gary Winick |
Rating | G |
Genre(s) | Comedy, Family, Fantasy |
Runtime | 97 min |
Wilbur is the runt pig of the farm, and before her father’s ax finds him, Fern rescues the tiny pig.When Fern saves the runt of a litter of piglets, she and Wilbur form an instant bond. Sent to live on Zuckerman’s farm, Wilbur’s destined for the dinner table unless his friends can save him. With the help of a barn full of characters, the ever-enchanting Charlotte crafts words in her web over the door.
Sample F.I.L.M. Curriculum Questions:
How does Charlotte demonstrate generosity in the film? Why does she offer to help Wilbur?
Why do you think Charlotte appears so straight-forward and brave about facing her own death? Do you think she is really scared or sad?
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