Beautiful, touching, and larger than life.

Rating: 10/10 (10 November 2014)

As someone who loves animated films, I was not surprised when Big Hero 6 rocketed to the top of my list of movies to look forward to this year. I'm very please so say I was not disappointed. This is the story of a 14-year-old robotics prodigy named Hiro Hamada, his science- loving friends, and--of course--Baymax, a lovable, inflatable robot whose only concern is with the care and well-being of others.
One of the first things of merit is the way the film looks. The vibrant city of San Fransokyo may occasionally make you forget it isn't real. The opening shot is particularly beautiful, and a great way of letting the audience know they're in for some gorgeous scenery. The animation itself throughout the film is quite stunning, too. The subtle movement-related details enhance the experience even though it isn't right up-front.
The characters in this movie really, truly stand out. There's plenty of diversity--not only in race, but in body types, interests, personalities, and dialogue. The Big Hero 6 become a team of people all distinctly different from one another, but that doesn't hinder their teamwork or the care they have for each other. While you don't get to find out too much about the stories of Wasabi no Ginger, Honey Lemon, Gogo Tomago, and Fred, they're bound to stick with you regardless.
The heart of the film is Hiro's relationship with Baymax, and how that develops during some rather difficult times. These two are written beautifully, and in a way that stayed true to who they were even while so much happened and changed. There's a good chance you'll get a bit teary-eyed at least once (or twice).
The story is also hilarious and action-packed, but perhaps one of the most meaningful parts of this film is the themes it deals with: loss, grief, and the importance of mental health as well as physical health.
Overall, Big Hero 6 is a movie I can't wait to watch over and over again. There could be multiple Oscar wins in its future, too. Highly recommended--you will be very satisfied with your care.