
Lorax, The
PG, 2012, Universal Pictures
Director:
Chris Renaud
Starring:
Zac Efron, Betty White, Ed Helms, Taylor Swift, Danny DeVito, Bob Riggle
Plot:
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.
1
Commercial convinces people to buy bottled air
Themes: Belief, Gullible, Materialism, Reality, Truth
2
Man's family mocks dream & expects failure
Themes: Criticism, Discouraged, Encouragement, Support
3
"Family time" boring, not bonding
Themes: Bonding, Family, Grandparents, Parenting, Raising Children, Relationships
5
Inventor's persistence eventually reaps reward
Themes: Determination, Giving Up, Perseverance, Quitting
6
Man believes his sin "not that bad"
Themes: Being Lost, Conscience, Guilt, Remorse, Sin, Unbelievers
7
Man confronted with consequences of greed
Themes: Ambition, Consequences, Conscience, Greed, Holy Spirit, Regrets, Stewardship
8
Change comes when individuals make effort
Themes: Care, Concern, Influence, Missions, Witnessing