IMDb6.4/10
Rotten Tomatoes72%
Metacritic58/100
Google Users79%
Director: Hendel Butoy, Mike Gabriel•Genres: Animation, Adventure, Comedy, Family, Fantasy
Bernard and Miss Bianca, the brave Rescue Aid Society agents, travel to the Australian Outback to save a young boy named Cody from a ruthless poacher. Cody has befriended a rare eagle named Marahut, and the poacher, McLeach, wants to capture it for its feathers. The duo must overcome perilous challenges and outsmart McLeach to ensure Marahut's safety and protect the Outback's wildlife.
The Rescuers Down Under was met with generally positive reviews from critics, who praised its stunning animation, action-packed sequences, and humor. While it didn't achieve the massive box office success of some other Disney Renaissance films, it has gained a devoted following over the years for its charming characters and breathtaking visuals.
Praised for its vibrant and detailed animation, showcasing the beauty of the Australian landscape.
Applauded for its engaging adventure plot and humor, particularly from John Candy's character.
Some critics found the story slightly less compelling than the original, but the visual spectacle was widely appreciated.
Google audience: Audiences generally enjoyed the film's beautiful animation and exciting adventure, with many highlighting the humor and memorable characters. Some viewers felt it didn't quite reach the emotional depth of its predecessor but still found it to be a fun and visually impressive animated feature.
The film features the first major use of Computer-Generated Imagery (CGI) in a Disney animated feature, particularly in the sequence where Cody falls down a waterfall and the aerial shots of the Outback.
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