{"id":10175,"date":"2022-12-09T14:23:22","date_gmt":"2022-12-09T21:23:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/?p=10175"},"modified":"2022-12-09T16:19:21","modified_gmt":"2022-12-09T23:19:21","slug":"elvis-the-pig-appreciates-the-concept-of-deep-love-for-family-even-if-that-member-is-not-human","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/2022\/elvis-the-pig-appreciates-the-concept-of-deep-love-for-family-even-if-that-member-is-not-human\/","title":{"rendered":"Elvis the Pig * Appreciates The Concept Of Deep Love For Family, Even If That Member Is Not Human"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-medium is-resized\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/ElvisthePig.Poster.jpg?resize=116%2C150&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-10185\" width=\"116\" height=\"150\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/ElvisthePig.Poster.jpg?resize=232%2C300&amp;ssl=1 232w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/ElvisthePig.Poster.jpg?w=618&amp;ssl=1 618w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 116px) 100vw, 116px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>A young girl learns she may have to sell her beloved pet&nbsp;pig&nbsp;Elvis&nbsp;to a local farmer to save the family farm. Unbeknownst to her, the farmer is planning a&nbsp;pig&nbsp;roast and not a forever home. The whole family bands together to save&nbsp;Elvis, uniting to reclaim their farm, proving that love is worth more than money.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>KIDS FIRST! Film Critic Dominic D. comments, \u201cHow far would you go to save something you love? Many people have been faced with a dilemma such as this and, no matter how old you are, your love for something can run so deep that your heart involuntarily leads the way.&nbsp;<em>Elvis the Pig<\/em>&nbsp;is a film that allows viewers to appreciate the concept of deep love for family, even if that member is not human.\u201d Eunette C. adds, \u201c<em>Elvis The Pig <\/em>is such an exciting film; it keeps you on your toes and puts you in a good mood as you watch the show. Elvis\u2019 constant remarks lighten the mood of the film.\u201d Anna Clara B. wraps it up with, \u201c<em>Elvis The Pig&nbsp;<\/em>is an incredible film, full of life lessons that will influence audiences. I loved this beautiful story from beginning to end.\u201d See their full reviews below.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Elvis the Pig<br>By Dominic D., KIDS FIRST! Film Critic, Age 12<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<span class=\"embed-youtube\" style=\"text-align:center; display: block;\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" class=\"youtube-player\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/Lw6ZO5GX604?version=3&#038;rel=1&#038;showsearch=0&#038;showinfo=1&#038;iv_load_policy=1&#038;fs=1&#038;hl=en-US&#038;autohide=2&#038;wmode=transparent\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" style=\"border:0;\" sandbox=\"allow-scripts allow-same-origin allow-popups allow-presentation allow-popups-to-escape-sandbox\"><\/iframe><\/span>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignright size-medium is-resized\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/ElvisTP.c.jpg?resize=225%2C127&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-10179\" width=\"225\" height=\"127\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/ElvisTP.c.jpg?resize=300%2C169&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/ElvisTP.c.jpg?resize=768%2C432&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/ElvisTP.c.jpg?w=800&amp;ssl=1 800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 225px) 100vw, 225px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>How far would you go to save something you love? Many people have been faced with a dilemma such as this and, no matter how old you are, your love for something can run so deep that your heart involuntarily leads the way.&nbsp;<em>Elvis the Pig<\/em>&nbsp;is a film that allows viewers to appreciate the concept of deep love for family, even if that member is not human.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This drama film is about a young girl named Riley (Aggie Bell) and her beloved pet pig, Elvis, who live a great life on the farm they love until the family is forced to sell their home due to financial hardship. Riley\u2019s life is soon turned upside down when she learns that her best friend Elvis will not be moving to the city with their family.&nbsp; A local farmer makes a deal with the family to give Elvis a good home but his intentions are deceitful as his real plan for Elvis is to host a pig roast with Riley\u2019s best friend as the main course. Riley and her older sister, Nylee (Camryn Macdonald) make it their mission to find their missing family member and reunite him at the farm.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-medium is-resized\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/ElvisTP.a.jpg?resize=225%2C127&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-10177\" width=\"225\" height=\"127\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/ElvisTP.a.jpg?resize=300%2C169&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/ElvisTP.a.jpg?resize=768%2C432&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/ElvisTP.a.jpg?w=800&amp;ssl=1 800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 225px) 100vw, 225px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>What I really like most about this film is the dedication the family has for one another and their willingness to bond together when they need each other the most. Riley and Nylee don\u2019t appear to have a close sister bond, but when Elvis\u2019s life is in danger, Nylee is not going to let her sister\u2019s best friend fall victim to a horrible fate. The film is very relatable as many families have pets which seem to be the glue holding families together.&nbsp;<em>Elvis the Pig<\/em>&nbsp;is a bit slow to get going and some of the scenes tend to be drawn out, but overall the storyline is enjoyable and it is a wonderful family movie.&nbsp;The set location of the family farm with its variety of animals is a dream come true for many kids and the talking animals give the film a special touch. &nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignright size-medium is-resized\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/ElvisTP.i.jpg?resize=225%2C127&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-10184\" width=\"225\" height=\"127\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/ElvisTP.i.jpg?resize=300%2C169&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/ElvisTP.i.jpg?resize=768%2C432&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/ElvisTP.i.jpg?w=800&amp;ssl=1 800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 225px) 100vw, 225px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>You don\u2019t have to be a big animal lover to connect to this film\u2019s message.&nbsp;<em>Elvis the Pig<\/em>&nbsp;is about love, friendship and special bonds. Love runs deep, no matter if that love is between family, friends, or pets; many people will go to great lengths to protect those bonds. Elvis isn\u2019t your \u201cusual\u201d pet, but one thing is for certain, he has won the hearts of his family and their lives would not be the same without him in it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I give&nbsp;<em>Elvis the Pig&nbsp;<\/em>3 out of 5 stars and recommend it for ages 5 to 12.&nbsp;<em>Elvis the Pig&nbsp;<\/em>releases on December 6, 2022 on DVD and video on demand.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Elvis The Pig<br>By Eunnet C., KIDS FIRST!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<span class=\"embed-youtube\" style=\"text-align:center; display: block;\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" class=\"youtube-player\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/tXb_BtQxl9M?version=3&#038;rel=1&#038;showsearch=0&#038;showinfo=1&#038;iv_load_policy=1&#038;fs=1&#038;hl=en-US&#038;autohide=2&#038;wmode=transparent\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" style=\"border:0;\" sandbox=\"allow-scripts allow-same-origin allow-popups allow-presentation allow-popups-to-escape-sandbox\"><\/iframe><\/span>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignright size-medium is-resized\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/ElvisTP.b.jpg?resize=225%2C127&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-10178\" width=\"225\" height=\"127\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/ElvisTP.b.jpg?resize=300%2C169&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/ElvisTP.b.jpg?resize=768%2C432&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/ElvisTP.b.jpg?w=800&amp;ssl=1 800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 225px) 100vw, 225px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p><em>Elvis The Pig <\/em>is such an exciting film; it keeps you on your toes and puts you in a good mood as you watch the show. Elvis\u2019 constant remarks lighten the mood of the film.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The film is about Elvis, a funny character with a good sense of humor that he portrays even in difficult moments. We witness quite a bizarre relationship between a young girl named Riley and Elvis the pig who are best friends. However, Riley\u2019s family struggles financially and has to sell their family farm and leave Elvis behind.&nbsp; Little does the family know that the new owner has plans to roasting a pig (Elvis), but this leads to new adventures and a better understanding between all the family members.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-medium is-resized\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/ElvisTP.g.jpg?resize=225%2C127&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-10182\" width=\"225\" height=\"127\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/ElvisTP.g.jpg?resize=300%2C169&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/ElvisTP.g.jpg?resize=768%2C432&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/ElvisTP.g.jpg?w=800&amp;ssl=1 800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 225px) 100vw, 225px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>The theme of the film revolves around family and friendship. I enjoyed seeing the quality time that the family spends together and how they are able to put aside their differences and come together solve the issue at hand. The story is really beautiful and demonstrates how unity can help overcome our difficult moments. Elvis captured my attention from the start, especially with his humorous comments. He motivated me to continue watching the film. What really stands out in this film is how involved the animals are and how they are personified they are in communicating their thoughts. It gives you an insight of how you will imagine animals talking. I particularly enjoyed the voice of Elvis, by Ryan Coates, which is brilliantly done. From the beginning of the film, through the end, you are drawn to Elvis\u2019 comments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The message assures kids that things always work out regardless of the situation you find yourself in. It also showcases the importance of family relationship. Lastly, it reminds you that \u201ca man&#8217;s best friend\u201d doesn&#8217;t only apply to dogs, but can be any pet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I give <em>Elvis The Pig<\/em> 4 out of 5 stars and recommend it for ages 5 to 12. It releases December 6, 2022 on DVD and VOD.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Elvis the Pig<br>By Anna Clara B., KIDS FIRST! Film Critic, age 13<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-medium is-resized\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/ElvisTP.d.jpg?resize=225%2C127&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-10180\" width=\"225\" height=\"127\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/ElvisTP.d.jpg?resize=300%2C169&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/ElvisTP.d.jpg?resize=768%2C432&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/ElvisTP.d.jpg?w=800&amp;ssl=1 800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 225px) 100vw, 225px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p><em>Elvis The Pig&nbsp;<\/em>is an incredible film, full of life lessons that will influence audiences. I loved this beautiful story from beginning to end.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The storyline follows a little girl named Riley (Aggie Bell) who is unsatisfied with moving to another city and being away from her best friend, little Elvis, a pig. Something wrong happen and she and her sister help to rescue the pig from the hands of two silly bad guys.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignright size-medium is-resized\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/ElvisTP.f.jpg?resize=225%2C127&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-10181\" width=\"225\" height=\"127\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/ElvisTP.f.jpg?resize=300%2C169&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/ElvisTP.f.jpg?resize=768%2C432&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/ElvisTP.f.jpg?w=800&amp;ssl=1 800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 225px) 100vw, 225px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>The story is well written. I especially enjoyed the characters and their development during the film. They are special. My favorite parts are when the bad guys appear. Their scenes are so funny, because every time they plan to do something bad, they fail in a funny way. I also like the part when the parents are watching old family videos and they are emotional. I was emotional too during those scenes. The scene transitions are good and everything happens naturally. I love everything in this film. Congratulations to the production team!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The film\u2019s message is that love is above everything and, with teamwork, we can do things easier.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I give\u00a0<em>Elvis The Pig\u00a0<\/em>5 out of 5 stars and recommend it for ages 5 to 12, plus adults.\u00a0This film releases on DVD and VOD December 6, 2022.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>A young girl learns she may have to sell her beloved pet&nbsp;pig&nbsp;Elvis&nbsp;to a local farmer to save the family farm. Unbeknownst to her, the farmer is planning a&nbsp;pig&nbsp;roast and not a forever home. The whole family bands together to save&nbsp;Elvis, uniting to reclaim their farm, proving that love is worth more than money. KIDS FIRST! 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