Synopsis
Eliza and Debbie are two sisters who don't always get along. But their relationship is put to the test when Debbie's life is in danger, and Eliza might have to give up her power to talk to animals....
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Cast
- Lacey ChabertEliza Thornberry (voice)
- Tom KaneDarwin (voice)
- Cree SummerPhaedra (voice)
- Tim CurryNigel Thornberry (voice)
- Lynn RedgraveCordelia Thornberry (voice)
- Danielle HarrisDebbie Thornberry (voice)
- FleaDonnie Thornberry (voice)
- Crystal ScalesCheetah Cubs (voice)
- Kimberly BrooksTally (Cheetah Cub) (voice)
- Alfre WoodardAkela (Cheetah Mother) (voice)
Recommendations
- 100
Christian Science Monitor
Lively characters, snappy dialogue, and snazzy visuals make this an uncommonly fine animation. - 80
Los Angeles Times
A witty and delightful Christmas present for the entire family. - 75
San Francisco Chronicle
It all adds up to a cheekier "Lion King" on a lower budget. But what you miss in spectacle you will make up in laughs. - 75
Chicago Sun-Times
An energetic and eccentric animated cartoon. - 70
Washington Post
Pleasant enough and its ecological, pro-wildlife sentiments are certainly welcome. - 70
Variety
Balances intelligent humor, slapstick, Blighty reserve and Yank spunk along with environmentalism. - 67
Austin Chronicle
Isn't going to make anyone's head explode with joy, but it is sweet and sporadically funny in its own loopy way. - 63
The Globe and Mail (Toronto)
Moderately witty children's entertainment.
