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The Lorax
2012 86 min United States of America, Japan PG 6+
★6.3
Animation, Family
Director: Chris Renaud, Kyle Balda
📖 Based on the novel
«The Lorax»
byDr. Seuss
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Description
A 12-year-old boy searches for the one thing that will enable him to win the affection of the girl of his dreams. To find it he must discover the story of the Lorax, the grumpy yet charming creature who fights to protect his world.
Budget:
$70M
US Gross:
$214.49M
Worldwide:
$349.31M
Starring
Zac Efron
Actor
Taylor Swift
Actor
Danny DeVito
Actor
Awards
4 wins & 8 nominations total
Key opinion
The 2012 adaptation of The Lorax is a polarizing experience that divides viewers between those who appreciate its vibrant, family-friendly environmental message and those who find it a shallow, commercialized departure from Dr. Seuss's work. While the animation and voice work receive specific praise, critics often clash over the film's structural pacing and the inclusion of intrusive musical numbers.
| Acting | Danny DeVito's vocal performance as the Lorax is widely considered a highlight, with many praising its emotional resonance and expressive quality. | |
| Production | The animation is noted for its vibrant color palette and distinctive character designs that effectively visualize the whimsical world of Dr. Seuss. | |
| Theme | The film attempts to address ecological responsibility and the dangers of greed, though viewers disagree on whether these themes are handled with necessary depth or are too simplistic. | |
| Originality | Opinions on the musical numbers are split; supporters find them catchy and entertaining, while critics argue they feel like forced, unnecessary filler. | |
| Screenplay | The dual-narrative structure, which alternates between the present-day boy and the Once-ler’s past, is criticized for feeling disjointed and poorly paced. |