Norm of the North

Norm of the North

Year: 2016

Runtime: 90 min

Language: English

Director: Trevor Wall

AdventureComedyAnimationFamily

A charismatic polar bear named Norm travels from the Arctic to New York City to stop a greedy developer from destroying his home and building luxury condos. Along the way, he teams up with a group of mischievous lemmings. Together, they face challenges and embark on a journey of self-discovery as Norm strives to protect his icy habitat and confront the forces of big business.

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1

Norm's Unique Gift

Norm, the polar bear, learns that he has the extraordinary ability to communicate with humans, a gift he inherited from his grandfather. This ability, however, sets him apart from his peers and makes him feel like an outcast in the Arctic.

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2

Grandfather's Disappearance

Norm's life takes a turn when his grandfather mysteriously vanishes, causing concern for the welfare of the Arctic. This event marks the beginning of Norm's quest to uncover the truth while dealing with the growing presence of tourists.

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3

Meeting with Socrates and Elizabeth

As he struggles with his isolation, Norm finds companionship in Socrates, a wise bird, and Elizabeth, a fellow polar bear. Their friendship becomes crucial as Norm faces the challenges posed by human development in his homeland.

4

Avalanche Rescue

During a catastrophic avalanche, Norm saves Vera, a human representative for the developer Mr. Greene. This heroic act not only cements their bond but also puts Norm in the spotlight, attracting the attention of Mr. Greene.

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5

The New Campaign

After the rescue, Mr. Greene decides to cast an actor as a polar bear for his marketing campaign. He instructs Vera to find someone suitable, unaware that a real polar bear - Norm - is already in the picture.

6

Journey to New York City

Determined to help save his home, Norm sneaks onto a ship bound for New York City with Socrates and a trio of lemmings. This adventure marks a significant step in Norm’s quest as he enters an unfamiliar world.

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7

The Audition

Once in New York, Norm disguises himself in a bear costume and auditions for Greene's commercial. While enjoying a meal with Vera, he must navigate the complexities of human expectations and his identity as a bear.

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8

Growing Suspicion

As Norm's popularity rises, Mr. Greene starts to grow suspicious of Norm's true identity. He begins suspecting that Norm may be trying to rescue his grandfather, who he has locked away.

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9

Becoming a Symbol

After thwarting Greene's harmful plans in a restaurant incident, Norm inadvertently becomes a symbol of hope for the people. This newfound fame leads Greene to hire him as his mascot to enhance his commercial appeal.

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10

Norm's Dilemma

As Norm gains fame, he is confronted by Olympia, Vera's daughter, who encourages him to use his influence wisely. However, she later reveals Greene’s malicious intent behind the development projects threatening the Arctic.

11

Exposing Greene's Scheme

Norm, together with the lemmings, uncovers Greene's corruption involving a member of the Polar Council. They challenge Greene's plans, but immediately after, Greene resorts to manipulating Norm’s public image for his gain.

12

The Chase

In a daring chase, Norm and the lemmings try to follow the trucks intended to transport the homes. Their efforts culminate in a decisive moment where Norm aims to stop this displacement of his Arctic home.

13

Captivity and Resilience

Norm finds himself captured alongside his grandfather by Greene's henchmen. With his friends' help, he devises a plan to escape, showcasing his resilience and determination to protect his family.

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14

Return to the Arctic

Upon escaping, Norm awakens in the Arctic, welcomed back by the jubilant lemmings and other animals. Despite his grandfather's absence at first, the reunion with his home reinvigorates Norm's spirit.

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15

Crowning the King

Norm is celebrated for his bravery and crowned as the new king of the Arctic. His grandfather finally appears during the ceremony, marking the beginning of a hopeful new era for Norm and his family.

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Last Updated: October 27, 2024 at 16:21

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