I first saw this at 5 years old and sobbed at the end. As I watched it last night, it still brought tears to my eyes.
This film, I believe, portrays the remarkable aesthetics of suffering by fears, regarded by omens, legends or visions. The rabbits in the mist is just the perfect reference of exiles produced by war and misunderstandings between families. The darking violence is simply majestic and traumatizing! So many things that makes it a cousin of an invisible saga which could include LORD OF THE FLIES and THE LAND BEFORE TIME!!
Surprisingly dark and violent animated fable affectionately produced with an inspired vocal cast. The strengths of Richard Adams' story intelligently adapted for the screen make for many moments of genuine intensity and heartfelt emotion. A special kind of family film commendable for its craftsmanship and honesty.
I don't see why everyone says this film isn't for kids. When I was a kid, my brother and I loved this film, and we never got nightmares from it. And now as adults we both still love this film. In fact, it is watching films like this when I was a child that lead me to want to study film as an adult. This film can not only entertain children but also allow them to think. And seriously, this film is not that scary