The Beaver

2011 • 90 minutes

About this movie

Two-time Academy Award winner Jodie Foster directs and co-stars with two-time Academy Award winner Mel Gibson in THE BEAVER, an emotional story about a man on a journey to rediscover his family and re-start his life. Plagued by his own demons, Walter Black (Gibson) was once a successful toy executive and family man who now suffers from depression. No matter what he tries, Walter can't seem to get himself back on track... until a beaver hand puppet enters his life. 2011 Summit Entertainment, LLC, All Rights Reserved.

Ratings and reviews

The performances in this film are brilliant. This movie delves into the very depths of human experience and comes out dark and hopeful. The film is joyous, sad, uncomfortable, fun and even necessary. A work of art

Brilliant.