Best Disney film since the Renaissance

Rating: 9/10 (28 December 2019)

With social commentary, charming characters, stunning animation, and an intriguing setting, Zootopia cements itself as the best animated film since the Disney Renaissance, and one of the best overall films of the decade.
First, let me talk about the characters. Zootopia features characters with pleasing character design and delightful and nuanced personalities. Nick Wilde is one of my favorite film characters with his confident yet sweet nature. Judy Hopps also provides a fine protagonist, being upbeat but without any annoying stereotypes.
The animation detail is amazing, especially on characters, the fur looks perfect, and the backgrounds look great too. The message against discrimination provides a stark contrast to Disney's other animated films which don't have such a mature message. The only problem I have with Zootopia is its villain - Deputy Mayor Bellwether. Though the plot otherwise was fine, her motive is not adequately explored, and her villainy seems to simply be an addition to the recent Disney twist villain trope. Also, Mayor Lionheart's role in the matter confused me.
Nevertheless, Zootopia's exceptionally strong characters, message, and animation far outweigh its cons.