The cast of the 'Harold and the Purple Crayon' movie brings the classic 1955 children's book to life on screen.

The imaginative world of the 1955 children's book comes to life in a movie adaptation.

The cast of the 'Harold and the Purple Crayon' movie brings the classic 1955 children's book to life on screen.
The cast of the 'Harold and the Purple Crayon' movie brings the classic 1955 children's book to life on screen.

This month, a movie adaptation of a beloved children's book was released, and the actors talked to Planet Chronicle about how they brought the author's imagination to the screen.

In 1955, Crockett Johnson released a story titled 'Harold and the Purple Crayon,' which follows a boy on a nighttime adventure fueled by his imagination.

In the 2024 movie, actor Zachary Levi transitions from a fantastical realm to reality, aided by his faithful purple crayon.

Planet Chronicle reported that Levi stated that his character embodies an "infectious light" with "nothing but optimism, positivity, and joy."

He stated that his character faces challenges when transitioning from the fictional world to reality, as he must confront all the negative aspects.

"Harold and The Purple Crayon" film cast and director
Left to right, Brazilian director Carlos Saldanha, actors Lil Rel Howery, Zooey Deschanel, Benjamin Issa Bottani, Zachary Levi and "The Purple Crayon" attend the "Harold and the Purple Crayon" screening in Culver City, California, on July 21, 2024.  (VALERIE MACON/AFP/Getty Images)

Zooey Deschanel, who portrays Terri in the film, shared with Planet Chronicle that it was one of her favorite childhood tales that came to life on screen.

"The story is small and sweet, intended for young children, but was adapted into a cinematic version for all ages," she stated.

Lil Rel Howery, who portrays Moose in the film, stated that it represents boundless creativity.

"Harold and The Purple Crayon" book cover
"Harold and the Purple Crayon" was originally released in 1955 as a children's book.  (Shannon Finney/Getty Images for Sony Pictures Entertainment)

As parents, we often give too much reality to our children. It's important to let them use their imagination while they can.

An active imagination is crucial for our functioning and creativity, as emphasized by the comedian and father of three.

He stated, "This movie effectively portrays both perspectives."

According to HarperCollins, a New York-based publisher, in the original children's book, Harold, a young boy, embarks on a nighttime walk with his large purple crayon.

Film cast and book cover for "Harold and the Purple Crayon"
The cast of the "Harold and the Purple Crayon" movie spoke about the importance of keeping imagination alive in children.  (Getty Images)

According to HarperCollins, he and the crayon journey around the world before retiring for the night.

Since then, other book spinoffs featuring Harold's character have been produced in the classic style.

The animated film "Harold and the Purple Crayon," directed by Carlos Saldanha, is currently showing in theaters.

by Brittany Kasko

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