7.8
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The Lorax
1972·Movie
·25min·
The Lorax fingerprint
Striking style.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Fast Pace5
- Spectacle5
- Tension4
Heart
Wholesome and nostalgic
- Wholesome8
- Nostalgia8
- Hopefulness7
Humor
Some satire and sharp wit
Not a comedy at heart.
- Satire & Parody7
- Wit & Wordplay5
- Situational Comedy3
World
Society and class and money
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion8
- Rewatchability7
- Dialogue Centrality6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Direction7
- Acting7
- Narrative Structure7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Music Composition7
- Visual Stylization7
- Music Centrality7
Energy
MediumCalm and low-key
The Lorax is calm and low-intensity.
All energy traits
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Tension4Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline3High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Scare1Frightening moments and scares.
- Violence1Physical conflict and intensity.
Heart
MediumWholesome and nostalgic
Emotionally, it's wholesome, nostalgic, and hopeful.
All heart traits
- Wholesome8Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Nostalgia8Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Hopefulness7Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wonder7Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Pathos6Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Family Dynamics6Relationships and generational ties.
- Melancholy5Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
Humor
MediumSome satire and sharp wit
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some satire and sharp wit.
All humor traits
- Satire & Parody7Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Wit & Wordplay5Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Situational Comedy3Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy2Slapstick and visual gags.
- Absurdist Humor2Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Dark Humor2Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Cringe Humor1Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
Related traits
- Wholesome8Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Eccentricity6Oddball tone and quirks.
World
MediumSociety and class and money
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around society and class and money. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in.
All world traits
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Rewatchability7Invites repeat viewing.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity3Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Social Commentary9Perspectives on society and norms.
- Class & Capitalism8Wealth, power, and inequality.
- Fantasy5Mythic worlds and magical systems.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Intrigue6Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity5Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Educational9Informative and instructive.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
All style traits
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization7Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality7Songs central to storytelling.
- Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Sound Centrality4Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Who it's for
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The Adorable Lorax Speaks For The Trees In This Music-Filled Tale That’s Certain To Please!
The Once-ler, a ruined industrialist, tells the tale of his rise to wealth and subsequent fall, as he disregarded the warnings of a wise old forest creature called the Lorax about the environmental destruction caused by his greed.
Environmental AllegoryClassic AnimationCapitalism CritiqueMoral StoryNostalgicEco-ConsciousnessFamily-FriendlyWhimsical
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Is The Lorax worth watching?
59
DecentGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 60/100 (IMDb 7.8 and Metacritic 46). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
How long is The Lorax?
0 h 25 min
The Lorax runs 0 h 25 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on The Lorax?
Critics46
Audiences74
Not quite. Audiences rate The Lorax higher (74) than critics (46). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.
What language is The Lorax in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United States.
In how many countries can I watch The Lorax?
16
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