Horton Hears a Who!

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"Horton hears more than anyone believes."
  • G
  • 2008
  • 1 hr 26 min
  • 6.8  (149,404)
  • 71

Horton Hears a Who! is a 2008 animated adventure comedy film based on the classic children's book by Dr. Seuss. The movie follows Horton, an imaginative and kind-hearted elephant who hears a tiny voice emanating from a speck of dust floating through the air. The voice belongs to a whole community of creatures, known as the Whos, who live on the speck of dust. Horton is the only one who can hear them, and he sets out to protect and save them from danger, despite being ridiculed by his jungle friends and hunted by the villainous Kangaroo.

Jim Carrey voices Horton, perfectly capturing his good-natured, whimsical and determined personality. Steve Carell voices the Mayor of Whoville, the leader of the tiny community on the speck of dust. Carell's performance is enthusiastic, as he tries to convince his fellow Whos that they are in danger and need to be saved.

Carol Burnett lends her voice to the villainous Kangaroo, who is determined to destroy the speck of dust and the Whos living on it. Burnett's performance is both humorous and terrifying, as she relentlessly hunts Horton and tries to destroy his cherished speck of dust.

The movie is filled with colorful and imaginative visuals that bring the world of Dr. Seuss to life. The animation is top-notch, and the artists behind the film capture the whimsical look and feel of his illustrations perfectly. The world of Whoville is delightfully quirky and charming, with its unique architecture, quirky characters and colorful landscapes.

Beyond its playful look and feel, Horton Hears a Who! has a strong message about the power of responsibility and standing up for what is right, even in the face of adversity. It encourages kids to be brave, to believe in themselves and to have faith in their abilities.

The film manages to be both humorous and heartwarming, and it will make you believe in the power of imagination and the goodness of the human (and animal) spirit. The voice acting is excellent, the visuals are stunning, and the story is charming and captivating.

Horton Hears a Who! is a delightful family-friendly movie that will entertain both kids and adults. Its positive message and the likable characters will leave you feeling inspired and uplifted.

Horton Hears a Who! is a 2008 animated movie with a runtime of 1 hour and 26 minutes. It has received mostly positive reviews from critics and viewers, who have given it an IMDb score of 6.8 and a MetaScore of 71.

Horton Hears a Who!
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  • Release Date
    2008
  • MPAA Rating
    G
  • Runtime
    1 hr 26 min
  • Language
    English
  • IMDB Rating
    6.8  (149,404)
  • Metascore
    71