The Lorax

****
Dir. Chris Renaud, Kyle Balda
I was able to see an advanced screening of this adaptation of the Dr. Seuss classic, and was quite impressed by what I saw. Directors Chris Renaud and Kyle Balda do a fantastic job of bringing this story to the big screen, in a way that captivates a wide variety of audiences. The animation is very reminiscent of "Horton Hears a Who" and other films of that genre, and is just as visually gripping.

Screenwriters Ken Daurio and Cinco Paul compose a great script, which includes a string of original songs that you'll find yourself singing along to. I especially recommend parents to take their kids to this film, as it examines a wide range of ethical issues; such as capitalism, humanity's lust for power, and the nature of ambition. Furthermore, the voice talents of Danny Devito, Zac Efron (this is probably the only time I'll compliment the star of that garbage Disney Channel franchise), Taylor Swift, Ed Helms, and Betty White make the picture all the more intriguing.

Films like these not only provide good family entertainment, but more importantly invoke the imaginative spirit within a person. I did like it in 3-D, but again, it doesn't enhance the cinematic quality of a film, just makes the viewing experience slightly different. Hence, I would definitely recommend this one for viewers of all ages.