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Based on a classic from Dr. Seuss, this movie is family-friendly and on the lighter side of the cli-fi spectrum but still conveys an important message.
The Lorax is set in an artificial society with no vegetation, and the mayor sells bottled oxygen to the polluted city. It recalls encounters between a young inventor and the Lorax, the guardian of the forest who ‘speaks for the trees’, but his warnings go ignored until the world’s last tree is cut down to make way for industrialization.
Discussion Question
Its soundtrack ‘How bad can I be?’ warns all of us of the looming result of our unsustainable practices.
On 12 August 2021, an article explored how the movie and story echoes urgent themes in the face of a new United Nations climate report.
The timeless tale, featuring the clash between the Once-ler and the Lorax speaking for the trees, resonates deeply with today’s climate change concerns. Seuss wrote the book during an era of heightened environmental awareness, and its stark portrayal of a desolate environment contrasts sharply with his other works.
The Lorax’s poignant message, warning against the exploitation of nature, remains relevant amid contemporary anxieties about climate change. The UN report underscores the critical need to safeguard the environment, aligning with the Lorax’s timeless ecological lesson.
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