By Brianna Oppenheimer
Los Angeles, CA (The Hollywood Times) 7/10/23 – In 1992, the animated film FernGully: The Last Rainforest captured the hearts of many children around the world with its captivating story of a magical rainforest and the creatures that call it home. Now, years later, this beloved classic has become a cult favorite and continues to inspire viewers with its powerful message about the importance of environmental conservation.
Recently, I interviewed the executives of FernGully about their plans for the future of the film and how they hope to reintroduce it to a new generation of fans. According to the executives, the decision to screen the original movie in 2023 was made in partnership with the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures and Moonheart Entertainment to celebrate Earth Month and establish a partnership. As a women-owned media company, Moonheart Entertainment is delighted to be part of such an iconic and timeless classic that holds a special place in the hearts of people all around the world.
When asked about their plans to reintroduce the FernGully story to both longtime fans and new viewers, the executives shared that in partnership with Jon & Susie Sheinberg and Matt Feige, Moonheart Entertainment is passionate about utilizing the latest cutting-edge technology, contemporary storytelling, and a wide variety of multimedia platforms to bring the iconic characters and themes of FernGully to a new generation of fans. Moreover, Moonheart is thrilled to build a complete FernGully digital universe, featuring captivating new games, immersive experiences, and digital media, all aimed at inspiring fans to take action toward creating a more sustainable and equitable world.
The message of FernGully has always been powerful, emphasizing the importance of preserving nature and the consequences of environmental destruction. This message is more relevant now than ever, given the current state of global warming and climate change. The executives hope that viewers will take away this message and be inspired to take responsibility for their impact on the planet and work towards a more sustainable future.
As evidenced by the over 110 million FernGully-related views on TikTok alone and millions more on other social media platforms, FernGully has a massive following with millions of fans around the world. The executives recognize the immense power of digital media and games in reaching a broader audience and are dedicated to using the new FernGully universe to inspire children and families to take meaningful action toward a more sustainable future. Their goal is to provide a fun and immersive platform that transports players to a world where they can see the impact of climate change and activate a worldwide movement of fans serving as a powerful vehicle for climate change education and action.
FernGully: The Last Rainforest is a timeless classic that continues to inspire viewers with its powerful message about environmental conservation. The executives of FernGully are excited about the future of the film and are committed to reintroducing it to a new generation of fans through innovative technology and immersive experiences. As we face unprecedented environmental challenges, Fern Gully serves as a reminder of the importance of taking action to create a more sustainable and equitable world.
Learn more at https://www.moonheartentertainment.com/.
