Animation,Family
United States of America
The Lorax is a 2012 animated musical comedy film based on the children’s book of the same name by Dr. Seuss. The film follows the story of a young boy named Ted who lives in a city completely devoid of nature. Ted has a crush on a girl named Audrey, who dreams of seeing a real tree, something that has not existed in their town for a very long time.
Desperate to win Audrey’s heart, Ted sets out to find a real tree. He learns about the Once-ler, a mysterious figure who lives outside the city walls and may have information about trees. When Ted meets the Once-ler, he convinces him to tell him the story of the Lorax, a grumpy but charming orange creature who speaks for the trees and tries to stop the Once-ler from destroying their habitat.
The story takes a somber turn as the Once-ler tells Ted about how he came to the area with grand plans to create a new invention, the Thneed, which is a versatile product made from the trees. As the Once-ler’s business grows, he relentlessly cuts down trees, ignoring the warnings of the Lorax in his pursuit of profit. Eventually, the area is completely devastated, and the Once-ler realizes too late what he has done.
With the help of the Lorax, the Once-ler tries to undo the damage, but it may be too late. The film also highlights the roles of greed, capitalism, and environmental protection in modern society. In the end, Ted and his friends rally to plant a new tree and revitalize their town and its natural surroundings. The Lorax reminds us of the vital importance of preserving our environment and making sustainable choices for a better future.
