{"id":6080,"date":"2020-08-17T10:00:00","date_gmt":"2020-08-17T17:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/?p=6080"},"modified":"2020-08-22T12:48:00","modified_gmt":"2020-08-22T19:48:00","slug":"the-one-and-only-ivan","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/2020\/the-one-and-only-ivan\/","title":{"rendered":"The One and Only Ivan * Realistic CGI and Profound Message That Captures Your Heart"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><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\/2020\/08\/oneandonlyivan.jpg?resize=101%2C150&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-6081\" width=\"101\" height=\"150\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/oneandonlyivan.jpg?resize=202%2C300&amp;ssl=1 202w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/oneandonlyivan.jpg?w=674&amp;ssl=1 674w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 101px) 100vw, 101px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>A gorilla named Ivan tries to piece together his past with the help of an elephant named Stella as they hatch a plan to escape from captivity. KIDS FIRST! Film Critic Eshaan M. comments, \u201cWith realistic computer-generated imagery and a profound message, <em>The One and Only Ivan<\/em> captures its viewers\u2019 hearts and minds. Throughout the ninety-four-minute feature, just about anyone will grow rather fond of Ivan and his pals. The film comprises a mix of human characters, settings and assets created with computer graphics that is both believable and intricate. <em>The One and Only Ivan<\/em> flows magically, and its power-packed message has been perfectly preserved and magnified from its literary inspiration.\u201d See his full review below.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The One and Only Ivan<br>By Eshaan Mani, KIDS FIRST! Film Critic, age 14<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With realistic computer-generated imagery and a profound message, <em>The One and Only Ivan<\/em> captures its viewers\u2019 hearts and minds. Throughout the ninety-four-minute feature, just about anyone will grow rather fond of Ivan and his pals. The film comprises a mix of human characters, settings and assets created with computer graphics that is both believable and intricate. <em>The One and Only Ivan<\/em> flows magically, and its power-packed message has been perfectly preserved and magnified from its literary inspiration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/Umjtxj1YkTM\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\"><\/iframe>\n\n\n\n<p>The comedic feature film directed by Thea Sharrock is an adaptation of author K.A. Applegate\u2019s Newbery Medal-winning book by the same title. The title character, a silverback gorilla, headlines at the Big Top Mall Circus in Atlanta, GA. Ivan enjoys notoriety and popularity far and wide for his fa\u00e7ade of ferocity. He lives quite happily with his multi-species troupe of friends, including Mack, the ringleader, Stella and Ruby, the elephants, Henrietta the chicken and Bob, the dog. After experiencing a loss and then a new arrival, things at the Big Top take a turn. Ivan devotes himself to piecing together his past and, in the process, works together with his buddies to hatch a plan to escape from the circus.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/4M1uzQRlWOk\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\"><\/iframe>\n\n\n\n<p>Produced by Allison Shearmur, Angelina Jolie and Brigham Taylor, <em>The One and Only <\/em>Ivan does not disappoint when it comes to star power. Sam Rockwell voice-acts the part of Ivan, Bryan Cranston portrays Mack, and Bob is voiced by Danny DeVito. Sam Rockwell puts forth a compelling performance; his honest and emotional voicing of Ivan made me sympathize with the gorilla and hear his voice on a deeper level. Bryan Cranston puts on an inspiring and enthralling performance as Mack, the slightly hammy ringleader who isn\u2019t afraid to take risks. His delivery was on point, as well. And lastly, a veteran in the Hollywood film industry, Danny DeVito \u2013 his comic timing, as in his other eighty-nine performances, is impeccable. Bob adds a lighter air to the film, especially at some sad moments. The hilarious script by Mike White, expert cinematography and graceful, powerful music also work together to make the viewing experience even more enjoyable. My favorite part of this film is the final circus performance \u2013 you\u2019ll have to watch it to see why!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/V3vySC2PA7I\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n\n\n\n<p>This Disney+ film gives us hope that we can all change the world and make a difference just like Ivan does &#8211; not only does he make a difference in his life but also in the life of his young responsibility. <em>The One and Only Ivan<\/em> is also a great film to show children as it teaches them empathy and promotes kindness and altruism. There is mention of death in <em>The One and Only Ivan<\/em>, and gunshots are heard.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I&nbsp; rate <em>The One and Only Ivan<\/em> 4.5 stars out of 5 and recommend the film to children ages 8 to 18. <em>The One and Only Ivan <\/em>is coming to Disney Plus on August 21, 2020!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>A gorilla named Ivan tries to piece together his past with the help of an elephant named Stella as they hatch a plan to escape from captivity. KIDS FIRST! Film Critic Eshaan M. comments, \u201cWith realistic computer-generated imagery and a profound message, The One and Only Ivan captures its viewers\u2019 hearts and minds. Throughout the ninety-four-minute feature, just about anyone will grow rather fond of Ivan and his pals. The film comprises a mix of human characters, settings and assets created with computer graphics that is both believable and intricate. 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