Beautiful, funny and a chance to learn something new

Rating: 10/10 (11 February 2018)

This movie is so well-made!
The message that you should love your family, remember them, and most importantly - support them, is such a great message for Disney Pixar to give.
I had little knowledge about Día de Muertos before watching the movie, and thus never knew the full importance this day is/can be to Mexicans, so beginning with that I had already learnt something new. In this movie, we follow a boy who is taught the importance of family and remembering the ancestors while being yourself and fighting for what you love.
This movie was all warmth and hearts and had a good deal of funny moments.
I love when movies shows culture, language and tradition for two reasons. Firstly, because I might learn something new, and secondly, because those in that culture will recognize themselves in the movie. Of course, Disney has done a lot of movies where they show a different culture and traditions, but it might not always feel 100% authentic, but here, from the reviews I've read so far, they really did their research. From the traditions of the ofrenda to the race of the dog that is domestic to Mexico and which Frida was a huge part of keeping alive. Also so many references to the Mexican people and their lovely language and music. I loved the twist as well, I didn't get the hints at all, next time I'll be looking for them!