The Riddle in a Bottle

Award-winning sibling wildlife filmmakers Laura and Robert Sams have scored another triumph with this delightful children-of-all-ages film about water-related ecosystems. Viewers who appreciated Lost in the Woods: The Movie (VL-5/06) will enjoy trying to solve the mysterious riddle contained in a magic bottle found by “Riddle Solvers” Laura and Robert. As the pair follow clues on a journey that takes them from the Atlantic to the Pacific (with stops at rivers and lakes along the way), kids learn about the composition of the ocean, the significance of tides and currents, and the weather-related lifecycle of a pond, while following the fascinating paths that water takes to reach the sea. Featuring stunning nature footage—including amazing seasonal time lapses and gorgeous underwater marine life shots—The Riddle in a Bottle benefits from clever editing, not to mention fine animation, and excellent singing by fish, frogs, and a one-legged pirate. This fun adventure introducing young viewers to the natural aquatic world is highly recommended. Editor's Choice. Aud: K, E, I, P. (E. Gieschen)