While Horton Hears a Who didn’t exactly get me all that excited with the end results of a proper big budget Dr. Seuss movie, the first trailer for The Lorax looks like it might have all the right ingredients, especially with the director of Despicable Me behind it and a solid cast. Chris Renaud takes on the directing duties here with the cast led by Danny Devito as The Lorax along with Zac Efron, Ed Helms, Taylor Swift, Rob Riggle, and Betty White. It’s set for what’s growing to be a busy release next year on March 2nd, 2012.
Plot concept: The 3D-CGI feature Dr. Seuss’ The Lorax is an adaptation of Dr. Seuss’ classic tale of a forest creature who shares the enduring power of hope. The animated adventure follows the journey of a boy as he 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.
Danny DeVito will lend his vocal talents to the iconic title character of the Lorax, while Ed Helms will voice the enigmatic Once-ler. Also bringing their talents to the film are global superstars Zac Efron as Ted, the idealistic young boy who searches for the Lorax, and Taylor Swift as Ashley, the girl of Ted’s dreams. Rob Riggle will play financial king O’Hare, and beloved actress Betty White will portray Ted’s wise Grammy Norma.
Dr. Seuss’ The Lorax is the third feature created by Universal Pictures and Illumination Entertainment (Despicable Me, Hop).
