{"id":12436,"date":"2024-08-02T12:11:38","date_gmt":"2024-08-02T19:11:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/?p=12436"},"modified":"2024-08-05T14:26:44","modified_gmt":"2024-08-05T21:26:44","slug":"harold-and-the-purple-crayon","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/2024\/harold-and-the-purple-crayon\/","title":{"rendered":"Harold and the Purple Crayon * Imaginative Storyline And Vibrant Animation Which Bring Harold\u2019s Drawings To Life"},"content":{"rendered":"<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft wp-image-12431\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Haroldandthepurplecrayon.poster.jpg?resize=122%2C181&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" width=\"122\" height=\"181\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Haroldandthepurplecrayon.poster.jpg?resize=202%2C300&amp;ssl=1 202w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Haroldandthepurplecrayon.poster.jpg?w=404&amp;ssl=1 404w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 122px) 100vw, 122px\" \/>Inside of his book, adventurous Harold (Zachary Levi) can make anything come to life simply by drawing it. After he grows up and draws himself off the book\u2019s pages and into the physical world, Harold finds he has a lot to learn about real life\u2014and that his trusty purple crayon may set off more hilarious hijinks than he thought possible. When the power of unlimited imagination falls into the wrong hands, it will take all of Harold and his friends\u2019 creativity to save both the real world and his own. Harold and the Purple Crayon is the first film adaptation of the beloved children\u2019s classic that has captivated young readers for decades.<\/p>\n<p>KIDS FIRST! Film Critic Ari S. comments, \u201cI thoroughly enjoyed\u00a0<em>Harold and the Purple Crayon<\/em>\u00a0for its imaginative storyline and vibrant animation. The film beautifully captures the essence of creativity and the wonders of a child&#8217;s imagination, making it delightful to watch\u2026One of the standout aspects of\u00a0<em>Harold and the Purple Crayon<\/em>\u00a0is its stunning animation, which brings Harold&#8217;s drawings to life with vivid colors and fluid movements.\u201d Kennedy P. adds, \u201cI love <em>Harold and the Purple Crayon<\/em>.\u00a0 It\u2019s a great family movie, and one that really drew me in.\u00a0 This film is inspired by the beloved 1955 children\u2019s book that has captivated young readers for decades.\u00a0 The film had me laughing out loud and imagining what it would be like to create something with my own magic purple crayon.\u201d See their full reviews and interviews with cast and crew below.<\/p>\n<p>Harold and the Purple Crayon<br \/>\nBy Ari S., KIDS FIRST! Film Critic, age 12<\/p>\n<p><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\/z1g6Ua6C624?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><\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_12423\" style=\"width: 261px\" class=\"wp-caption alignright\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-12423\" class=\" wp-image-12423\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Harold.h.jpg?resize=251%2C167&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" width=\"251\" height=\"167\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Harold.h.jpg?resize=300%2C200&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Harold.h.jpg?resize=768%2C512&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Harold.h.jpg?w=1000&amp;ssl=1 1000w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 251px) 100vw, 251px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-12423\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Zachary Levi \u0093Harold\u0094in Columbia Pictures HAROLD AND THE PURPLE CRAYON<\/p><\/div>\n<p>I thoroughly enjoyed\u00a0<em>Harold and the Purple Crayon<\/em>\u00a0for its imaginative storyline and vibrant animation. The film beautifully captures the essence of creativity and the wonders of a child&#8217;s imagination, making it delightful to watch. Its seamless blend of whimsy and real-world elements offers a refreshing cinematic experience that is both entertaining and thought-provoking.<\/p>\n<p>In\u00a0<em>Harold and the Purple Crayon<\/em>, grown-up Harold (Zachary Levi) steps out of his book and into the real world, bringing his magical purple crayon with him. This crayon allows him to create anything he can imagine simply by drawing it. However, Harold soon discovers that life outside the pages is more complex and challenging than he ever expected. As the power of his crayon attracts the attention of those with less pure intentions, Harold and his friends must use their creativity and wits to protect both their magical world and the real one from impending chaos.<\/p>\n<p><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\/BC65ifjnSC4?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><\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_12427\" style=\"width: 260px\" class=\"wp-caption alignright\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-12427\" class=\" wp-image-12427\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Harold.d.jpg?resize=250%2C135&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" width=\"250\" height=\"135\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Harold.d.jpg?resize=300%2C162&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Harold.d.jpg?resize=768%2C415&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Harold.d.jpg?w=1000&amp;ssl=1 1000w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 250px) 100vw, 250px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-12427\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Columbia Pictures HAROLD AND THE PURPLE CRAYON<\/p><\/div>\n<p>One of the standout aspects of\u00a0<em>Harold and the Purple Crayon<\/em>\u00a0is its stunning animation, which brings Harold&#8217;s drawings to life with vivid colors and fluid movements. The film masterfully blends whimsical drawings with real-world settings, creating a seamless and enchanting visual experience. The storyline is engaging, striking a perfect balance between humor and heartwarming moments as Harold navigates his new reality.<\/p>\n<p>The voice acting is superb, with each character adding depth and personality to their roles, enhancing the overall viewing experience. The film\u2019s pace is excellent, keeping me hooked from start to finish, with each scene building anticipation and excitement. The creativity displayed in solving problems with the crayon is both amusing and inspiring, showing that imagination knows no bounds.<\/p>\n<p><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\/w_WoDawr9Ho?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><\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_12429\" style=\"width: 259px\" class=\"wp-caption alignright\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-12429\" class=\" wp-image-12429\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Harold.b.jpg?resize=249%2C140&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" width=\"249\" height=\"140\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Harold.b.jpg?resize=300%2C169&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Harold.b.jpg?resize=768%2C432&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Harold.b.jpg?w=1000&amp;ssl=1 1000w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 249px) 100vw, 249px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-12429\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">(L to R) Lil Rel Howery \u0093Moose\u0094 and Zachary Levi \u0093Harold\u0094in Columbia Pictures HAROLD AND THE PURPLE CRAYON<\/p><\/div>\n<p>At its core,\u00a0<em>Harold and the Purple Crayon<\/em>\u00a0teaches us that creativity and imagination are powerful tools that can solve even the most challenging problems.<\/p>\n<p>I give\u00a0<em>Harold and the Purple Crayon<\/em>\u00a05 out of 5 stars and recommend it for ages 5 through 12, plus adults. This film releases in theaters on August 2, 2024. Be sure to check it out.<\/p>\n<p>Harold and the Purple Crayon<br \/>\nBy Kennedy P., KIDS FIRST!\u00a0 Film Critic, age 10<\/p>\n<p>I love <em>Harold and the Purple Crayon<\/em>.\u00a0 It\u2019s a great family movie, and one that really drew me in.\u00a0 This film is inspired by the beloved 1955 children\u2019s book that has captivated young readers for decades.\u00a0 The film had me laughing out loud and imagining what it would be like to create something with my own magic purple crayon.<\/p>\n<p><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\/PbOOneFI4wg?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><\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_12425\" style=\"width: 259px\" class=\"wp-caption alignright\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-12425\" class=\" wp-image-12425\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Harold.f.jpg?resize=249%2C166&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" width=\"249\" height=\"166\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Harold.f.jpg?resize=300%2C200&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Harold.f.jpg?resize=768%2C512&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Harold.f.jpg?w=1000&amp;ssl=1 1000w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 249px) 100vw, 249px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-12425\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Zachary Levi \u0093Harold\u0094in Columbia Pictures HAROLD AND THE PURPLE CRAYON<\/p><\/div>\n<p>Inside of his book, adventurous Harold (Zachary Levi) can make anything come to life simply by drawing it. When he grows up, Harold draws himself off of the book\u2019s pages and into the physical world with his pals, Moose (Lil Rel Howery) and Porcupine (Tanya Reynolds), where they meet a widowed mom named Terry (Zooey Deschanel) and her still-grieving son, Mel (Benjamin Bottani).<\/p>\n<p>Harold discovers that he has a lot to learn about real life and when<\/p>\n<p>the power of unlimited imagination falls into the wrong hands, it takes all of Harold and his friends\u2019 creativity to save both the real world and his own.<\/p>\n<p>This movie is tons of fun and filled with hilarious hijinks making the impossible possible. I love the comedy, the heartfelt story, the family values and the endless imagination.\u00a0 I really love how they took the book and stretched it out and made it into something amusing and cinematic at the same time.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_12426\" style=\"width: 259px\" class=\"wp-caption alignleft\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-12426\" class=\" wp-image-12426\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Harold.e.jpg?resize=249%2C140&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" width=\"249\" height=\"140\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Harold.e.jpg?resize=300%2C169&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Harold.e.jpg?resize=768%2C432&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Harold.e.jpg?w=1000&amp;ssl=1 1000w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 249px) 100vw, 249px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-12426\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">(L to R) Zachary Levi \u0093Harold\u0094, Benjamin Bottani \u0093Mel\u0094 and Lil Rel Howery \u0093Moose\u0094 in Columbia Pictures HAROLD AND THE PURPLE CRAYON<\/p><\/div>\n<p>I love watching Harold draw so many things throughout the movie that come to life on the big screen, like a plane, pies, a bike, a tire, and so many other things.\u00a0 Also, there is so much chemistry with all of the characters that you can feel it through the big screen, like when they all work together to help Harold find his dad.\u00a0 There are so many adventures they go on during the film.\u00a0 I love the scene when Harold and Moose go to Terry\u2019s workplace and things get out of hand when Harold starts drawing whatever people are looking for.<\/p>\n<p>This film has something for everyone \u2013 it is a family movie, with layers that adults will enjoy as much as kids.<\/p>\n<p>The film\u2019s message is to believe in yourself, never stop imagining and explore your creativity no matter your age.<\/p>\n<p>I give <em>Harold and the Purple Crayon<\/em> 5 out of 5 stars and recommend it for ages 5 to 18, plus adults.\u00a0 You can watch <em>Harold and the Purple Crayon <\/em>beginning August 2, 2024.<\/p>\n<p><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\/-itXhXgatsI?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><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Inside of his book, adventurous Harold (Zachary Levi) can make anything come to life simply by drawing it. After he grows up and draws himself off the book\u2019s pages and into the physical world, Harold finds he has a lot to learn about real life\u2014and that his trusty purple crayon may set off more hilarious hijinks than he thought possible. When the power of unlimited imagination falls into the wrong hands, it will take all of Harold and his friends\u2019 creativity to save both the real world and his own. Harold and the Purple Crayon is the first film adaptation of the beloved children\u2019s classic that has captivated young readers for decades.  <\/p>\n<p>KIDS FIRST! Film Critic Ari S. comments, \u201cI thoroughly enjoyed Harold and the Purple Crayon for its imaginative storyline and vibrant animation. The film beautifully captures the essence of creativity and the wonders of a child&#8217;s imagination, making it delightful to watch\u2026One of the standout aspects of Harold and the Purple Crayon is its stunning animation, which brings Harold&#8217;s drawings to life with vivid colors and fluid movements.\u201d Kennedy P. adds, \u201cI love Harold and the Purple Crayon.  It\u2019s a great family movie, here\u2019s one that really drew me in.  This film is inspired by the beloved 1955 children\u2019s book that has captivated young readers for decades.  The film had me laughing out loud and imagining what it would be like to create something with my own magic purple crayon.\u201d <\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":13,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"jetpack_post_was_ever_published":false,"_jetpack_newsletter_access":"","_jetpack_dont_email_post_to_subs":false,"_jetpack_newsletter_tier_id":0,"_jetpack_memberships_contains_paywalled_content":false,"_jetpack_memberships_contains_paid_content":false,"footnotes":"","jetpack_publicize_message":"","jetpack_publicize_feature_enabled":true,"jetpack_social_post_already_shared":true,"jetpack_social_options":{"image_generator_settings":{"template":"highway","default_image_id":0,"font":"","enabled":false},"version":2}},"categories":[4949,15],"tags":[8080,8078,8076,464,8083,8081,7814,5425,8077,3525,8082,8079,206,7152],"class_list":["post-12436","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-feature-film","category-feature-film-reviews","tag-alfred-molina","tag-benjamin-bottani","tag-carlos-saldanha","tag-comedy","tag-crockett-johnson","tag-david-guion","tag-family-adventure","tag-jemaine-clement","tag-john-davis","tag-lil-rel-howery","tag-michael-handelman","tag-tanya-reynolds","tag-zachary-levi","tag-zooey-deschanel"],"jetpack_publicize_connections":[],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"","jetpack_shortlink":"https:\/\/wp.me\/paS5I2-3eA","jetpack_sharing_enabled":true,"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/12436","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/13"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=12436"}],"version-history":[{"count":11,"href":"https:\/\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/12436\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":12457,"href":"https:\/\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/12436\/revisions\/12457"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=12436"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=12436"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=12436"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}