The emperor's new groove
A classic!
The Emperor's New Groove is a 2000 American animated comedy film produced by Walt Disney Feature Animation. The film was originally intended to be a traditional animated film called "Kingdom of the Sun," but it was reworked and rebranded as a comedy after the film's production was halted due to creative issues.
The movie follows the story of Kuzco, an arrogant and self-centered emperor who is turned into a llama by his advisor, Yzma, after she discovers that he is planning to fire her. Kuzco must navigate the jungle and find a way to return to his human form and reclaim his throne, all while being pursued by Yzma and her dim-witted sidekick, Kronk.
The film features a unique blend of humor, satire, and pop culture references, and it has become a beloved Disney classic. It also spawned a spin-off series, "The Emperor's New School," which aired from 2006 to 2008.
Some interesting facts about the film:
- The film's original title, "Kingdom of the Sun," was changed to "The Emperor's New Groove" to better reflect the film's comedic tone.
- The film's protagonist, Kuzco, was originally intended to be a more serious character, but the filmmakers decided to make him more comedic and self-centered.
- The film's villain, Yzma, was inspired by the character of Ursula from Disney's "The Little Mermaid."
- The film's soundtrack, which features songs by Sting, Elton John, and others, was not well-received by critics and audiences, and it is often considered one of the weaker aspects of the film.
- The film's success led to the creation of a spin-off series, "The Emperor's New School," which aired from 2006 to 2008 and followed Kuzco as he attended a high school in the jungle.
Overall, The Emperor's New Groove is a hilarious and entertaining film that has become a beloved Disney classic. Its unique blend of humor, satire, and pop culture references has made it a favorite among both children and adults.