Oh boy, strap in folks, we're about to go on a wild trip down memory lane with Fern Gully - the movie that taught us all to save the rainforest and stop pollution. But let's not kid ourselves, this movie is filled with wacky characters and downright goofy moments.
Let's start with Zak. Our main character, a human, who somehow falls into Fern Gully from a logging site, managed to survive a perilous log ride and has not an inch of dirt on his clothes. We know the animation was made in the early 90s, but come on, can't we give Zak a little more authenticity?
Then we have Batty. What on earth is Batty? An escaped science experiment? A bat who has been watching too many war movies? We'll never know. And don't even get me started on his song, "Batty Rap." It's a whole other level of cringe.
Let's talk about Hexxus - the scary oil monster villain. Okay, as far as villains go, he's pretty impressive. But let's take a moment to appreciate his singing voice. With all that darkness and evil coursing through his veins, you'd expect a demonic death metal scream, but nope, he's going for an almost sultry Barry White vibe. And we can't forget his ode to sludge and pollution. A little too on-the-nose for my liking.
But in all seriousness, Fern Gully is a classic movie with a powerful message. It just so happens that it's also filled with laughs, unintentional or not. So, grab some popcorn and enjoy a throwback to a simpler time when environmentalism and talking animals were all the rage. And remember, if you're ever lost in the forest, just make friends with a crazy bat and your clothes will stay clean!
Let's start with Zak. Our main character, a human, who somehow falls into Fern Gully from a logging site, managed to survive a perilous log ride and has not an inch of dirt on his clothes. We know the animation was made in the early 90s, but come on, can't we give Zak a little more authenticity?
Then we have Batty. What on earth is Batty? An escaped science experiment? A bat who has been watching too many war movies? We'll never know. And don't even get me started on his song, "Batty Rap." It's a whole other level of cringe.
Let's talk about Hexxus - the scary oil monster villain. Okay, as far as villains go, he's pretty impressive. But let's take a moment to appreciate his singing voice. With all that darkness and evil coursing through his veins, you'd expect a demonic death metal scream, but nope, he's going for an almost sultry Barry White vibe. And we can't forget his ode to sludge and pollution. A little too on-the-nose for my liking.
But in all seriousness, Fern Gully is a classic movie with a powerful message. It just so happens that it's also filled with laughs, unintentional or not. So, grab some popcorn and enjoy a throwback to a simpler time when environmentalism and talking animals were all the rage. And remember, if you're ever lost in the forest, just make friends with a crazy bat and your clothes will stay clean!