Starring: David Spade, John Goodman, Eartha Kitt, Patrick Warburton, Wendie Malick
Review: Arrogant young Emperor Kuzco (David Spade) is transformed into a llama by his power-hungry advisor -- the devious diva Yzma (Eartha Kitt). Stranded in the jungle, Kuzco's only chance to get back home and reclaim the high life rests with a good-hearted peasant named Pacha (John Goodman). Together, they must return Kuzco to the throne before Yzma and her sidekick Kronk (Patrick Warburton) track them down and finish him off. The Emperor's New Groove is rarely ever referred to among some of the other Disney classics released over the years, but it's a film that I thoroughly enjoy. Disney's take on a good, old-fashioned buddy comedy is a refreshing, unique story. The transition from enemy to friend between Kuzco and Pacha is fun to watch unfold as the two try their best to evade Yzma and Kronk. This film is an hour plus-long game of cat and mouse with goofy hijinks at every turn. A character that I especially love is the dim-witted yet good-natured Kronk whose personality doesn't mesh well with the henchman-like tasks that he's been given. The Emperor's New Groove is a sassy, modern take on the Disney classic. Kuzco's transformation from arrogant hot-head to compassionate ruler is a fun, educational lesson in humility. I really enjoy this movie, and I think fans of the Disney classics will love this film as well!