The Lorax

As famous as this movie was when it hit theaters, I never got around to seeing it until my husband suggested it to me. I must admit, I was a bit skeptic. I love the previous Dr. Seuss movies, but this one I was unsure about because I didn't know what to expect. I was pleasantly surprised. When you first begin the movie you really start thinking, "Oh man, a freaking green freak movie. The world is going to hell in a hand basket yada yada yada." But then it finally kicks in and really begins. I think every actor that voiced a character brought so much to it! Even as voice actors they really delivered! And of course there is Betty White. Man, that woman is absolutely brilliant and the entire world is going to mourn when she dies which let's all hope is never. Anyway, as I was saying. This movie really picks up and goes somewhere and what I liked about it is that the message was not subtle. It was screaming in your face to change your ways, stop going against the tide, and most importantly CARE about your living surroundings. I feel like a lot of kids movies lately really lack that obvious message to learn. There are more "happy endings" and less "wow I actually learned something here". So many people these days try to treat their children as adults. THEY ARE CHILDREN!! They need obvious things pointed out to then because everything they see and hear is LEARNED! /endrant. I gave this movie 4 out of 5 stars and a definite recommendation as a family movie night. It will bring a smile and laugh to all ages I guarantee it! For movie suggestions or comments on this movie please leave a comment. For a free trial to Netflix Watch Instantly please see my "About Me".