Disney Pixar’s summer blockbuster movie “Brave“ is hitting the shelves on Tuesday, November 13, 2012 with its BluRay/DVD release, but even if you can’t bring this beautiful film home just yet, I have a ton of Free Brave activities your whole family will enjoy!

Just in case you missed our Brave movie review earlier this year, here’s what the kids thought:

The kids were proud to be one of the few in costume for the big premiere (Since there weren’t any male costumes for Britton to dress up in, Kariss made Britton a mask so he could dress as “Angus” (Merida’s horse):

I normally can’t stand 3D movies, but this was the first movie, animated or otherwise, where the 3D effect actually enhanced the film rather than being distracting. From my perspective, It was literally one of the most visually beautiful animated films I’ve ever seen. (You can read my full Brave movie review here).

There are plenty of fun and free activities surrounding the DVD release of Brave:

And of course, if you just want to watch one of the iconic scenes from Brave, here you go:

Even the Disney Store is joining in on the fun of the Brave release: Save 30% off select Brave items at Disney Store. What more could you ask for? Plan now for Christmas shopping!

Disney Pixar’s newest movie “Brave” hasn’t even been released in theater’s yet, but even before it opens, my daughter has declared it her favorite movie ever!

She spent all her birthday money on getting the new Merida costume when we were at Disney World just a couple weeks ago and has already been practicing her archery skills:

The kids were proud to be one of the few in costume for the big premiere (Since there weren’t any male costumes for Britton to dress up in, Kariss made Britton a mask so he could dress as “Angus” (Merida’s horse):

Luckily tonight, our family was afforded a sneak peak of “Brave” and the reviews are in:

From my perspective: It was literally one of the most visually beautiful animated films I’ve ever seen.

I typically DETEST 3D movies as well, but this was the first movie, animated or not, where the 3D effect actually enhanced the film rather than being distracting.

Now keep in mind, this isn’t one of those typical Disney Princess movies where the heroine needs to be rescued from an evil queen by a prince on a white horse. Instead, it seems our heroine needs rescuing from herself.

It’s also not one where you’ll leave the theater singing a catchy, upbeat showtune. But don’t get me wrong: this film will take your breath away.

Even though the movie seems to take place in a fairy-tale time from long ago, the message was still so relevant today that I wanted to hit the pause button so I could dialogue with my daughter in the middle of the film.

It’s one of the few Disney films where the mother is present in the daughter’s life. The father/daughter relationship between Merida and her dad is tender and sweet, yet it’s her relationship with her mom that I think we can all relate to…and becomes the driving story line of this movie. (I’ll leave it at that for now so as not to spoil anything…)

I’m still pondering “Brave” even as I write this hours later. To be honest, I was preparing myself not to like it as much as some of my other Disney favorites, yet I found myself wanting to watch it for a second time before my first experience had even ended!

I don’t recommend spending money in the movie theaters very often, but I know you and your family will agree that “Brave” is more than worth every penny spent.