Beyond Apperances
The beloved children’s book The Story of Ferdinand was first published more than 80 years ago. Now it’s been reimagined
reimagine
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to rethink
(verb)
The group reimagined its plan to complete the project.
as an animated film, Ferdinand. The movie hits theaters on December 15. It tells the story of a kind and gentle Spanish bull who, because of his size, is mistaken for a beast. Ferdinand is taken from his home and made to fight for sport. The bull then plots
plot
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to plan
(verb)
A football team plots their plays beforehand.
a return to his peaceful roots.
Professional wrestler and actor JOHN CENA voices Ferdinand. Like his character, Cena is sometimes judged by his appearance. “A lot of people think I want to cause trouble because of the way I look,” Cena told TFK Kid Reporter Gabrielle Hurd. “But deep down, I’m a very nice and endearing
endearing
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inspiring love or affection
(adjective)
The love my grandparents have for each other is endearing.
person who just looks a certain way.”
The movie is part comedy, part drama. Above all, it delivers an important message: “Never be afraid to be who you are,” Cena says. “That’s what makes you so special. That’s what makes you accomplish great things.”
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