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- G
- 2005
- 1 hr 12 min
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5.8 (12,034)
Kronk's New Groove is a 2005 animated musical comedy film directed by Saul Blinkoff and Elliot M. Bour. It is a spin-off of the beloved Disney film, "The Emperor's New Groove," and follows the story of one of its secondary characters, Kronk. The movie is a direct-to-video sequel with a runtime of approximately 72 minutes. In the original movie, Kronk was the henchman of the villainous Yzma, but in this sequel, he's working as a chef in a local diner and living a simple life. The film opens with Kronk chatting with his shoulder angel and devil while he tries to impress a beautiful camper named Birdwell. However, he soon learns from a letter sent to him by his father that his family is coming to visit.
Kronk's father, Papi, is a proud and domineering man who always seems to be disappointed in his son's life choices. Kronk is determined to impress his father, so he tries to conceal his modest lifestyle by pretending to be a successful businessman with extravagant possessions. Meanwhile, his father sets out to arrange a marriage between Kronk and a wealthy woman, but Kronk is in love with Birdwell.
Throughout the film, Kronk comes to realize that being honest with his father and himself is more important than keeping up appearances. Along the way, he gets help from old and new friends, including a group of talking animals who offer him guidance and support.
The film's voice cast includes Patrick Warburton as Kronk, Tracey Ullman as his mother, Eartha Kitt as Yzma, and David Spade as Emperor Kuzco. The voice acting is a highlight of the movie, as all the actors do an excellent job of bringing their characters to life with their distinctive voices.
The animation style is similar to the original film, but with more vibrant colors and smoother movements. The story is entertaining, with enough slapstick humor and heartwarming moments to keep viewers engaged.
The movie's musical numbers are also noteworthy, with catchy tunes and fun choreography. The songs help to move the story along and capture the film's playful atmosphere.
Overall, Kronk's New Groove is an enjoyable movie for both children and adults. It's a lighthearted and amusing sequel that expands on the story of a beloved character from the original film. It's not as groundbreaking or memorable as its predecessor, but it's still a fun animated film that is sure to elicit a few laughs and warm the hearts of its audience.
Kronk's New Groove is a 2005 animated movie with a runtime of 1 hour and 12 minutes. It has received moderate reviews from critics and viewers, who have given it an IMDb score of 5.8.