The Croods 2013 Guide

72% (as of Rotten Tomatoes listings) Plot Summary

As they journey toward a distant mountain that Guy believes is safe, Grug’s rigid fear-based rules clash with Guy’s forward-thinking creativity. The family must learn to adapt, embrace change, and trust in new ideas to survive. By the end, Grug realizes that fear isn’t the only way to protect his family — sometimes, courage and innovation are what keep them alive. The family finds a new home (a beautiful beachside cave with a view of the stars), and Grug symbolically “dies” to his old ways, emerging as a more open-minded father. the croods 2013

The world is filled with "hybrid" creatures—like the (a giant, colorful saber-toothed cat) and Land Whales —that feel both alien and familiar. The use of light and color, especially during the family’s first emergence from the cave, emphasizes the theme of discovery and the overwhelming beauty of the unknown. The Voice Cast: Bringing Heart to the Archetypes 72% (as of Rotten Tomatoes listings) Plot Summary