Though the second Golden Age of Disney animation is usually, and rightfully, thought of as beginning in 1989 with The Little Mermaid, 1990’s The Rescuers Down Under is not typically included in that storied group. By the time Mermaid was released and it was clear that that was the future of Disney animation, Down Under was already too far along in production to even think about making any modifications. As a result, it stands as the last of the ‘80s films; a relatively simple story with no songs, but a lot of laughs.
The Rescuers Down Under is far more action packed than its predecessor, and it is all the better for it. Where The Rescuers was slow moving almost to a fault and only had a couple memorable characters, this outing is filled with humour, action, and great characters. Aiding in this is the most extensive use of CGI in a Disney animated feature to that point, allowing for thrilling chases and a rendering of the Australian outback that at once conveys not only its massive scope but also its abundance of life.
As a child, it was the characters that made this one of my favorites. Each one had a distinct personality and each would make me laugh throughout, with my favorite being the sarcastic koala, Krebbs. Though the sparse plot was slightly less enjoyable as an adult, most of the humour still holds up and it is certainly more engaging than the original. Kids will love this and adults and animation fans will find a lot to enjoy here too.
Up next: Beauty and the Beast (1991)
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