Coco

...the film's beautiful ideas of death and beyond will linger with you, long after you've left the cinema.

Like many animations before it, Coco is about finding yourself while never losing sight of your family. Disney finds a way to tell this story differently, in an un-American setting.

'Coco' shows us what Disney-Pixar does best, and reminds us that it still hasn't lost its touch. Take your kids along for it, and if you don't have any, don't hesitate to go alone!

The surreal nature of the story needed a visual palette that walked the tightrope of magic realism, and director Unkrich made the right call by making this a children's film which is also for adults, rather than an adult film which is also for children. People of all ages, however, would be reaching out for their hankies during the finale where Miguel confronts the titular character, whose identity is best left for you to discover.

Coco's theme about the final death, when one fades from the memory of people, is a poignant one and yet the plot moves along at a steady clip. Nowhere, despite the depth of its ideas, does the film become ponderous. In fact, as unlikely as this may seem, you'll find yourself thinking of this movie long after it's ended.

Go for Coco! It's a colorful treat to eyes, ears, and heart. Those who are not much into such movies, at a point you'll forget you're watching an animated movie. A satisfying experience for the soul.