๐ฝ๐๐๐ ๐ฉ๐ค ๐ฉ๐๐ ๐๐ช๐ฉ๐๐๐๐ (๐ฎ๐ฌ๐ฎ๐ญ)
Back to the Outback, released in 2021, is a delightful animated film that combines humor, adventure, and a heartfelt message about acceptance and friendship. Directed Clare Knight and Harry Cripps, the film offers a fresh take on the “escape” genre with a uniquely Australian twist, celebrating the countryโs wildlife and landscape.
The story centers around a group of misunderstood “dangerous” animals living in an Australian wildlife park. Led by Maddie, a kind-hearted taipan snake, the group includes Frank the funnel-web spider, Zoe the thorny devil lizard, and Nigel the marinated scorpion. Despite their terrifying reputations, these animals are warm-hearted and yearn to be loved for who they truly are.
When they grow tired of being labeled as villains and gawked at by humans, the gang decides to break out of captivity and journey “back to the Outback,” where they can live freely in their natural habitat. Along the way, they reluctantly take Pretty Boy, a cute but narcissistic koala, as a hostage, leading to hilarious and touching interactions.
Their journey is filled with challenges, heartwarming moments, and unlikely friendships, as they discover the true meaning of home and belonging.
