FernGully: The Last Rainforest (1992)

About FernGully: The Last Rainforest

FernGully: The Last Rainforest is a 1992 animated environmental film, produced by Kroyer Films Inc. and Youngheart Productions, and released by 20th Century Fox. The film revolves around FernGully, a rainforest near Mount Warning, Australia. FernGully is a magical place inhabited by fairies who believe humans have become extinct. However, their peaceful existence is disrupted when they discover humans cutting down their forest. The fairies then join hands with curious humans to save the rainforest from an evil entity named Hexxus.

Making/Production

The film was directed by Bill Kroyer, and its screenplay was written by Jim Cox. Its idea was inspired by stories told by Diana Young, the film's co-producer and the author of the original book, about the Australian rainforest.

Actors

• Robin Williams as Batty Koda: A funny and eccentric bat who delivers a memorable performance.
• Tim Curry as Hexxus: He voiced the evil entity who wants to destroy FernGully. His voice-acting added a terrifying presence to the film.
• Samantha Mathis as Crysta: The young fairy, known for her curious and adventurous spirit. Samantha portrayed the character's innocence and courage effectively.
• Christian Slater as Pips: He portrayed Crysta's best friend, lending a confident and supportive voice to the character.

Trivia/Interesting Facts

• The role of Batty Koda was specially written for Robin Williams.
• The film is known for its environmental message, which was a rare theme for an animated film during its time.
• Though set in Australia, the characters do not use Australian accents.
• It was one of the first few movies to push for an environmental cause.

Awards

While FernGully did not win any major awards, it was nominated for the Best Animated Voice Over Performance for Robin Williams at the Voice Actors Awards.

Quotes

• "Humans can't feel anything, they're numb from the brain down!" - Batty Koda
• "We all have a power and it's called the power of caring!" - Crysta
• "Rainforests are not resources! They are homes!" - Pips

Music and Soundtrack

• "Life is a Magic Thing" - Johnny Clegg.
• "If I'm Gonna Eat Somebody (It Might as Well Be You)" - Tone Lōc.
• "Batty Rap" - Robin Williams.
• "Land of a Thousand Dances" - Guy