The Emperor’s New Groove

In The Emperor’s New Groove, the spoiled Emperor Kuzco is changed into a llama by the wicked Yzma. Kuzco finds himself in need of help from Pacha, a peasant whose village the emperor had been planning to destroy. Many adventures follow, and, by the end, the emperor has a new way of looking at life.

“Pacha is so likeable because he’s so kind, caring, and loving. He affects everyone because he helps Kuzco realize how he’s treating everybody.”

—Megan M., age 12

“I think Kuzco is very selfish because he is going to ruin Pacha’s town by putting in a pool and leaving Pacha homeless. I liked Kuzco’s voice. It made me laugh.”

—Zachary D., age 11

“Kuzco acts like everybody is dirt, and they are supposed to follow his orders. Families watching this movie could learn not to be selfish and just everything focused around you.”

—Mitchell M., age 11

“I liked the part where Kuzco and Pacha were on the bridge and they fell down and they worked together to get up. Sometimes you need friends to help you get where you need to go.”

—Tony D., age 11

“I liked how Kuzco [narrated] the story about himself like he was reading a book. I learned that no matter how much power you have, God created us equal, so treat people how you want to be treated.”

—Andrew F., age 12

To do before the movie:

Can you change another person? What does it take for someone to change?

If you were going to be turned into an animal, what kind would you like to be? (Mitchell M.)

To do after the movie:

Does being turned into a llama change Emperor Kuzco? What really changes him?

What do you think Kuzco would be like if he wasn’t rich or famous? (Zachary D.)

What is the meaning of the little angel and devil on Kronk’s shoulders?

Make a map like the one in the movie to show the route for another adventure film or story. (Mary M., age 11)

Reviewed by students at St. Lambert School in South Dakota.