The One and Only Ivan
Starring: Sam Rockwell, Brooklyn Prince, Danny DeVito, Angelina Jolie
Directed By: Thea Sharrock
Rated: PG

“The One and Only Ivan” is Disney’s latest live-action/CGI project to premiere on Disney Plus this Friday. The film, an adaption of the bestselling book of the same name by Katherine Applegate, is a moving story based on true events. For years, Ivan the silverback gorilla lived as an attraction in a mall, unable to set foot in the outside world. He is the main draw at the Big Top Mall until business plummets and owner/circus ringleader Mack (Bryan Cranston as the pushy animal handler/over-the-top ringleader) isn’t thrilled. How could people possibly not want to see Ivan? To boost visitor traffic, a baby elephant named Ruby is brought to entertain guests (if you’re thinking this sounds like “Dumbo” you’re not alone). Ivan realizes captivity is no place for Ruby and sets out on an adventure to set her free.

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