The Lorax

Name: The Lorax
Director: Chris Renaud
Genre: Animation, Family
Released: 2012-01-01
Duration: 86 min
Rating: 6.5
Cast: Danny DeVito, Ed Helms, Zac Efron, Rob Riggle, Taylor Swift

2012Dir. Chris Renaud1h 26m

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Runtime1h 26m

Released2012

Budget$70M

Box office$349.3M

DirectorChris Renaud

About This Movie

So, The Lorax is quite the charming flick. It’s got that vibrant animation style that Illumination is known for, but it also carries a deeper ecological message. The pacing is pretty brisk, keeping the younger audience engaged, while the humor lands well without feeling forced. You’ve got Danny DeVito voicing the Lorax, and his performance brings a delightful grumpiness that feels authentic. The themes of environmentalism and the consequences of greed are woven through in a way that’s digestible for kids but still resonant for adults. The world-building is colorful, yet there’s an underlying hint of melancholy that adds depth. It makes you think a bit, while still being fun for family viewing.

Danny DeVito's voice work is spot onThe animation style is uniquely vibrantAn interesting take on environmentalism