The Emperor’s New Groove
NZ release: 29 March 2001
Suitable for general audiences Rated on: 29 March 2001
What’s it about?
A spoilt Incan emperor named Kuzco is magically transformed into a llama by his scheming advisor. With the help of a kind villager, Pacha, he must navigate the wilderness, learn humility, and find his way back to the throne.
The facts
- Directed by Mark Dindal
- Starring David Spade (Grown Ups), John Goodman (Monsters, Inc.), Eartha Kitt (Holes) and Patrick Warburton (Seinfeld).
- English language
- Runtime: 75 minutes
- Walt Disney Feature Animation
Why did it get this rating?
This film was cross-rated by the Film and Video Labelling Body. You can find out more about cross-rating here.
Violence and scary scenes
The film’s violence is played for laughs rather than realism. Characters use exaggerated voices, and there are dramatic moments—like two characters tumbling down a waterfall—which end with no real harm.
However, one dramatic scene where Kuzco is chased through the jungle by a pack of jaguars may be frightening for younger tamariki.
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