The Perfect Film

Rating: 10/10 (2 July 2012)

"Brave" is a phenomenal movie by Disney and Pixar Animation Studios. The quality of this film, from the perfected graphics to the deep storyline and everything surrounding it, is beyond any expectation I had conceived before walking into the theater. I honestly anticipated the content and characters to be a bit immature and lackluster for a more mature audience, but I was proved very wrong. The plot is quite complex for a children's movie and definitely one that will invoke strong emotions. I felt anger, despair, excitement, fear, and joy throughout the course of this awe inspiring flick, something very surprising due to the fact that this is coming from an individual who often considers himself emotionally calloused.
The graphics of this film was more amazing than any other animated movie I've ever seen before. The strong underlying messages recurring throughout the story (i.e., forgiveness, faith, independence, open-mindedness, etc.) were powerful and prevalent; contrary to the concept that animated children's films are often childish (I being guilty of such thinking), "Brave" defies that by conveying meaningful concepts while still keeping the movie kid- friendly and comprehensible for younger viewers.
My opinion may be a bit biased, of course, because I'm a big enthusiast of Germanic history, especially that of the Celts and their fascinating culture. Nonetheless, I can assure you that the myths and views depicted in Brave are accurate to the Celtic society and culture. "Brave" is a movie both children and adults will thoroughly enjoy. If you get the chance to see it in theaters (especially in IMAX 3D), then by all means go for it!
TL;DR – "Brave" is a great animated film and I consider it my favorite Disney/Pixar movie of all time. The graphics are beyond amazing and the Celtic roots depicted are accurate to the history that inspired it. A lot of strong emotions will be felt throughout the course of the story and powerful messages, such as forgiveness, independence, and freedom, are conveyed in a strong albeit kid-friendly manner. Both children and adults will love this cinematographic work of art and you will DEFINITELY NOT BE DISAPPOINTED!