Once Upon a Forest

Synopsis

Once Upon a Forest is a heartwarming animated film that follows the journey of three lovable woodland creatures - Abigail the woodmouse, Edgar the mole, and Russell the hedgehog. When a toxic spill threatens their peaceful forest home and poisons one of their friends, the trio embarks on an adventurous quest to find a cure. As they traverse through the dangers of the wild, overcoming obstacles and building strong bonds, they discover the true power of friendship and teamwork. Will they be able to save their friend and restore the beauty of the forest? Join them on this emotional and inspiring journey filled with lessons of courage, hope, and resilience.

Cast

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  Michael Crawford

  Cornelius (voice)

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  Ben Vereen

  Phineas (voice)

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  Ellen Blain

  Abigail (voice)

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  Benji Gregory

  Edgar (voice)

• Paige Gosney

  Russell (voice)

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  Elisabeth Moss

  Michelle (voice)

Reviews

Once Upon a Forest received mixed reviews from critics upon its release in 1993. While some praised its beautiful animation and heartfelt storytelling, others found the plot to be somewhat predictable and simplistic. Rotten Tomatoes gave the film a rating of 22%, with critics noting that it may lack the depth and originality of other animated classics. However, IMDb users rated it more favorably at 6.4/10, appreciating the nostalgic charm and the valuable lessons it imparted. Some critics described it as a touching tale that teaches valuable lessons about the environment and the importance of friendship, making it a worthwhile watch for families and younger audiences.