Water for Elephants Review & Giveaway

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Water for Elephants Box Art

LIFE IS THE MOST SPECTACULAR SHOW ON EARTH
WATER FOR ELEPHANTS

Witness The Epic Tale of Forbidden Love Starring
Academy Award® Winner Reese Witherspoon and
Robert Pattinson On Blu-ray and DVD November 1!

Devastated by the sudden death of his parents at the height of The Depression, a young dreamer from the wrong side of the tracks, Jacob Jankowski (Pattinson), abandons his veterinary studies at Cornell University. With no other family, no house, and no money, Jacob stows away on a train carrying the circus performers of The Benzini Brothers Most Spectacular Show on Earth. Hired as a veterinarian to care for the troupe’s animals, Jacob is temporarily filled with the promise of an exciting life that comes with a traveling circus troupe. However, as he builds a rapport and falls in love with the star of the show, Marlena (Witherspoon), they become prey to the circus’s owner, Marlena’s violent and abusive husband August (Waltz). As the circus begins to crumble from within and against all odds, Jacob and Marlena come together and fall in love through their compassion for a special elephant. With their love on the line, Jacob and Marlena come to a crossroads that will forever change their destiny.

This title also includes bonus features including a Robert Pattison Spotlight, The Traveling Show: From Page to Screen, Secrets of the Big Top, and many more features! Water for Elephants is rated PG-13.

Water for Elephants Screenshot

I was able to review a copy of Water for Elephants. My husband watched it for our date night and we both enjoyed the film. There are parts of the storyline that are dark as one of the main characters is a very evil man so I wouldn’t suggest you watch this title with your kids. It was really interesting to get a bit of a behind-the-scenes look at what circus life might be like. Plus, I loved Reese Witherspoon!

Win It!

One A Mom’s Take readers will win
Water for Elephants DVD &
Water for Elephants Novel by Sara Gruen!

Ends 11/18/11 at 11:59 PM ET. Open to US/Canada. *No PO Boxes*

*** GIVEAWAY CLOSED***

Disclosure: I received a Water for Elephants DVD for free in order to try the product and form an opinion for this review. I was not compensated in any other manner. The opinions expressed above are my own and any claims should be verified on the sponsor’s site.


About Janel

Janel is the owner and lead blogger of A Mom's Take. She is the mother of 4 little boys ages 6 and under. She loves to play board games and digital scrapbook.

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  • vivian

    sound like good film ty.

  • Sand

    I read the book and the movie for the most part does the book justice.

  • Deborah Wallin

    I wanted to get to the theater and see it, but never made it. Now I really want it for Christmas. I would love to win it and put it under my tree.

  • loni

    My SO saw this in the theatre and loved it!

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  • DanV

    I think it would be great to watch with friends

  • Ashley Brauer

    It looks so sexy and steamy….great visuals.

  • Jaque R.

    This movie is so beautifully filmed…and after viewing the trailer, I am excited about seeing it. :-) Thank you.

  • Ed Nemmers

    I like the period detail!

  • Crsytal Faulk

    I think the trailer is beautifully done and really makes me anxious to see the movie!!! :o ) Can't wait!

  • http://www.beckysdirary.blogspot.com Becky

    I would like to see this movie. It looks interesting.

  • Claire M

    This is one of my favorite books and the trailer reminds me that I wanted to see it, but that I am not sure if I like the casting, LOL.

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  • Angie M

    Looks like a very emotional movie- cannot WAIT to see it when it comes out on video, so hopefully I win :)

  • Deb K

    I think this movie is set in the 1930's from what I can see in the trailer, and I really like that. This looks like a different sort of a film being that the story revolves around the circus. Looks interesting though, something I might like to see.

  • Autumn

    All I can think about is how gorgeous Robert Pattinson is ;) LOVE him and Reese!

  • kathy pease

    this looks really good id love to see it and i really like robert pattinson :)
    im a huge twilight fan

  • susan smoaks

    i watched the trailer and it looks like a great movie
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  • Tracy

    This looks SO good, I would love to see it!

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    It looks very interesting and romantic

  • Rebecca Orr

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  • Angela Cisco

    I'm not sure what I think, it doesn't seem like something I would like. When I see previews and read reviews I am drawn to it though. So I figure I need to at least watch it to truly judge.

  • Tricha

    Saw movie and it was great

  • Tesa S.

    I've been wanting to see this movie. After viewing the trailer, I want to see it even more. I love animals, and Reese Witherspoon is such a great actress. This is one of those movies that I would like to read the book first, then see the movie.

  • Kayla

    I actually saw the movie a few weeks ago after reading the book and it was AMAZING! I would love to win this!

  • Jamie

    Looks like an amazing dramatic romance with incredible actors! I've also heard the book is very good.

  • Stacy

    I read the book and the movie looks great. I love Reese and can't wait to see it.

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  • Theresa H

    looks like a good movie!!

  • melanie

    The trailer reminded me of The Notebook. I can't wait to see it. Robert is nummy!

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    It reminds me that i want to see this movie

  • Jill Myrick

    I love the Era in which this movie takes place. And would really love to see it.

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  • beth

    I really want to see this

  • Gemma

    This was a special at our theatre a little while ago and I missed it. It looks a good film!

  • mary gardner

    i think it will be a great movie and interesting because of them traveling in the circus

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    Looks like an interesting movie, and I love just about anything with Reese Witherspoon!

  • Lisa Dripps

    It looks like an interesting movie, not one I'd normally want to see.

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  • shirley pebbles

    Wow. This looks like a great movie.

  • Jen

    It's a very exciting clip – who doesn't love the circus?

  • Daniel M

    looks like a good one!

  • cindy

    looks great

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    It looks a bit different from the book but I still want to see it. With 11-month-old twins I don't get out to the movies much!

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  • Jenn S.

    I have had this book on my to-read list forever. From the trailerr, it looks like a great movie.

  • Niecey Docherty

    I watched the trailer and am intrigued. I've heard great things about the book.
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  • catherine thomas

    I wanna see this because Robert Pattison is a great actor and cute!!!

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    I thought the trailer made it seem like they stayed pretty close to the book. I read the book and loved it!

  • Lisa

    Trailer looks great and I love Reese Witherspoon!

  • Jennifer V

    This movie looks so good!!

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    The movie looks so good and i cant wait to see it! :)

  • Ann Fudge Cluck

    A beautiful love story between a man, a woman and an elephant!!!

  • Jim W.

    Not my type of movie but my wife really wants to see it.

  • The Litrenta Family

    It looks really good and I've been eager to read the book as well!

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    I think this movie looks fascinating! And I love Reese Witherspoon, as well. I hope I win so I can read the book and then watch the movie! I have wanted to read this book for a long time!

  • mechele johnson

    I think it looks like an awesome and interesting flick. And of course, Rober Pattinson! Sexy….

  • Amber Y

    It looks like it will be a very cute movie.

  • Nicole W

    It's set in my favorite time period and it's got both drama and romance.

  • Carolyn K.

    Looks like a unique love story!

  • Heather H

    I don't think life lived with a circus looks appealing but I do love a good love story, can't wait to see if he gets the girl
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  • tammy Lynch Sigond

    loved the book…loved the movie! Very nice romanitc film!

  • Alicia

    I'm a fan of Reese Witherspoon, but, the guy should stick to playing a pasty faced vampire.

  • Heather!

    I love the visual–cinematography–of the trailer, and expect the same from the whole film. I haven't read the book, but two of my friends did and LOVED it! I really wanted to see this when it came out in theaters but didn't get the chance. Maybe I'll get to see it soon! :)

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  • Aline

    I really want to read the book and see the movie.

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    I loved the book and think the movie looks amazing! Now I want to read the book again before watching the movie!

  • Laura W.

    I would love to see the movie. I read the book (and there were parts I did not like that they could have kept out), but I think the movie will skip some of that so I'd love to see it.

  • Sue14625

    i have not seen this movie or read the book but it looks so good

  • Pamalot

    I have wanted to see this movie for awhile but hubby isn't interested in a love story but I am!

  • susan hartman

    I've always hated circuses yet I would like to read tis book.

  • jenn

    Looks great and i have heard great reviews from friends

  • Tina M

    I loved Reese Witherspoon. I think it's a really good love story movies!

  • Missy

    I can't wait to see this movie. Thanks for the chance to win it!

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    I am not a robert PAttinson fan, but this movie looks great! Plus, i know it has Hal Holbrook in it, who is one of my all time favorite actors.

  • Vickie Couturier

    I have the book too an cant wait to see this,,looks like it will be better than the book

  • Rosie

    Where is the trailer? I've seen the trailer elsewhere several months ago and it would be interesting to see Robert Pattinson in something other than Twilight.

  • Jill Miller

    I couldn't find the trailer, but I read your description and this movie sounds incredible!

  • Melissa Shirley

    It looks like a great movie. Reese Witherspoon is my fave

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    I really want to see the movie, it's going to be great!

  • wizkey

    I couldn't find the trailer on this page, but I read your description and it sounds like a very romantic movie. I would love to watch it and read the book!!

  • Lauren

    I couldn't connect to the trailer here but saw it elsewhere. The cinematography is so rich and romantic looking — historical/period pieces are always a little fun with the costumes and such.

  • Cynthia R

    Looks really good, I hope its as good as the book was, carawling(at)hotmail(dot)com

  • Jamie

    Looks great! The movie came out shortly after I had my baby and I haven't had a chance to see it – can't wait!

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    I don't see a trailer/link. I remember seeing previews though and I think this looks like one of the best romantic movies ever.

  • Stephen N.

    This is a movie that my sister would love

  • Monique Rizzo

    It reminds me of The Notebook. Looks like an epic love story.
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  • Debbie Welchert

    I couldn't find a movie trailer. But what I read above makes me want to see the movie. It sounds really good.

  • Tarah

    I think it looks amazing! I've been wanting to see it for awhile!

  • Celeste Kautz

    I love the costumes.

  • ashley

    can't wait to see this movie! thanks for the chance

  • april yedinak

    I looked up the trailer on youtube and I really want to see this, it looks like the kind of movie I love

  • Colleen Maurina

    This looks like such an intriguing and unique movie. I have heard a lot of good things about it!

  • renee walters

    I think the movie looks great and I like Reese Witherspoon! Thanks so much for the fantastic giveaway!
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  • Madeline Jones

    It looks like such a great movie

  • Jill A. Collins

    I love the clothing styles from this era
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  • Gabriel Chow

    Looks like an interesting story, definitely a movie worth seeing.

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  • Anita Yancey

    I really like it, and I bet the movie is awesome.

  • Kathy

    This is an awesome book and movie.

  • stacey dempsey

    hmm i cant see a trailer to watch?? but i love robert pattinson and i have been really looking forward to seeing this , looks like and epic love story
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  • linda r

    The reviews have been realy good on this movie!

  • shannon o

    I think it looks good. Love Reese

  • Kristina Best

    This looks like an awesome movie.

  • Christina Burrell

    I love Reece and would love to see this…it looks very romantic.

  • Adrienne Gordon

    i want to like the movie, but the trailer is a little overly acted.

  • Linda Yan

    I'm excited to watch this! It sounds very interesting :)

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  • Kathy Davis

    I don't see anywhere to watch the trailer, but I have read the book and would love to see the movie.

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    It looks very good and an emotional movie

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    It looks great and a great movie to watch with y hubby! I would love to see this!
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  • Amber

    I love the trailer – it's way more exciting than the book! And Reese and Jake look incredible.

  • ritam4

    Sorry, I couldn't find the link for the trailer, but found it on YouTube – I loved the book & the movie looks equally interesting.

  • Fawn H

    I didn't see a Trailer to watch but I read what the movie is about and it looks really interesting. I like that the time period is at the height of the depression, looks like a good movie.

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    Looks like a good movie

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    Something I really want to see, I love Reese :)

  • Jennifer Clay

    I want to see this movie so bad! It looks really good!