Whispers of the Evergreen
- Tagline
- Unearth the melody, discover the unknown.
- Description
- In an alternate history where the jungle hides not just earthbound wonders but secrets from beyond the stars, 'Whispers of the Evergreen' weaves a tale of mystery and discovery through the eyes of an unlikely ensemble. Bob Hops, Fred MacCurry, and Edamame Norton lend their voices to a group of singing creatures, each with a story shrouded in the depths of the lush wilderness. From the tiny whispers of a kitten to the somber growl of a wolf, every animal chord carries the weight of a forgotten alien civilization. Directed by the visionary Brian De Palmadillo, this musical invites audiences of all ages to listen closely as the creatures unravel their origins, warbling a tune of pessimism in a world that seems to have lost its rhythm.
- MpaaRating
- PG
- PopularityScore
- 4.40
- ReleaseDate
- 06/27/2024
- Genre
- Musical
- Director(s)
- Cast
Critic Reviews
4.20
To say that 'Whispers of the Evergreen' falls short of its grandiose aspirations would be to miss the forest for the trees. Though riding on the coattails of its novel concept, De Palmadillo's latest jaunt into the heart of a melodic jungle, brimming with interstellar mysteries, ultimately discordant roots tangle its narrative. The voice talents of Hops, MacCurry, and Norton are indeed the siren's call, but even their spirited harmonies struggle against the cacophony of an overwrought and underdeveloped plot. The film's tagline, 'Unearth the melody, discover the unknown,' promises more than it can deliver as the audience is ushered through a sentient symphony that never quite finds its keynote. What emerges is a somber blend of animation and vocal performances that aim for poignancy but hit notes of monotony, creating a humdrum lullaby more likely to inspire shrugs than the awe it clearly reaches for. There's just too little rhythm in the gloom-ridden world that 'Whispers of the Evergreen' orchestrates, making us wonder why the jungle's enthralling alien ancestry was not explored more fervently. Perhaps the secrets from beyond the stars should have remained a hushed myth, for here, the bared truths add little but additional shadow to an already dim viewing experience.