Coco
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Music is not just about notes and melodies; sometimes it carries the deepest wound in the heart of a family, sometimes a silent longing that is passed down from generation to generation. This unforgettable 2017 Pixar animation masterfully portrays this very reality in a way that manages to evoke both tears and smiles at the same time. Little Miguel appears before us as a child who could not share his passion for music with anyone and had to hide this love in the corners of the house. The ban imposed on him by his family is not only about a profession; it makes it necessary to reckon with identity, background and family ties themselves. The film establishes this internal conflict with such a subtle touch that the viewer cannot help but put themselves in Miguel's shoes. The expectations imposed on adults and the burdens placed on the shoulders of children... These are universal emotions, and Coco conveys them by weaving them into the rich, colorful tapestry of Mexican culture. This universe, built on the tradition of the Day of the Dead, possesses an almost unprecedented visual elegance. The design of the world inhabited by spirits, the dazzling color palette and the painstaking details felt in every frame offer a visual feast that pushes the boundaries of animation. But behind all this visual splendor lies a much deeper question: Does one truly need to be remembered to exist? The character Hector, voiced by Gael García Bernal, constitutes one of the film's biggest surprises. This cheerful and somewhat bewildered-looking spirit carries a profound weight in the later parts of the story, affecting the viewer deeply. Under the direction of Lee Unkrich, the film goes far beyond being a fairy tale for children; it deals with the themes of death, family and memories so boldly that adults find themselves constantly wiping their eyes in the darkness of the living room. Music, on the other hand, needs to be considered as a distinct language. The songs in the film are not mere embellishments added later to the narrative; on the contrary, they are the very core of the story. The title "Remember Me" takes on a very different meaning by the end credits, and this transformation is what sets a good film apart from a great one.
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Gimly
January 12, 2018
5/10
Spectacularly colourful with a sweet, (albeit predictable) path. Certainly not a misfire from Pixar, but also did not appeal to me personally in the way that many of their other films have. _Final rating:★★½ - Not quite for me, but I definitely get the appeal._

furious_iz
May 27, 2018
9/10
**Beautiful, colourful and sweet** This film has real heart, with great messages about what family can and should do for each other. Great voice acting, great songs without having the burden of exposition via song that you find in the more musical ventures by Disney. I loved that you could see genuine guitar chords being played, so often in live action films the playing of musical instruments, especially guitar are poorly faked. None of that in this animated gem. One thing I personally ...

priya_
April 24, 2019
10/10
I loved the movie starting from the characters, animation, colors, emotions, story everything. A good way to tell how important a family is. Happy it had a happy ending.

r96sk
September 07, 2020
10/10
Sensational! <em>'Coco'</em> is straight into my top five of Disney animations. The whole 105 minutes are a joy to watch, thanks to its rich and highly meaningful story alongside the wonderful animation and sharp humour. Safe to say, I was not expecting this film to smash it out the park - which it totally does. This is why I don't, personally, look up about films before watching them, I love being surprised. Big credit also goes to the cast, who play some awesome characters. From Miguel (...

CinemaSerf
September 02, 2023
7/10
Budding guitarist "Miguel" is puzzled by his family's long-established ban on anything musical. To him it just doesn't make any sense at all especially as, generations ago, his family were at the top of that very game. Determined to get to the bottom of that mystery so he can emulate the legendary heart-throb "Ernesto" (a cross between Julio Iglesias and Justin Bieber), he finds that serendipity takes an hand in things. On the Day of the Dead, he manages to get himself transported to the the vib...
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Frequently Asked Questions
Coco was released in 2017.
Coco has a runtime of 1 hr 45 min (105 minutes).
Coco belongs to the following genres: Family, Animation, Music, Adventure.
Coco has a rating of 8.2/10 from 21,035 votes on TMDB.
In the United States, Coco is available to watch on: Disney Plus, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube.