If you ever need a good cry, remember that Pixar movies exist. Nearly all of them are primed for some serious cathartic tears of sadness and joy and whatever that feeling is that between sadness and joy – it hits right there.
I saw Toy Story 4 this weekend, which I highly recommend. All the Toy Story movies hold up, and even though they are not my favorite franchise, Pixar has my blessing to keep making them if they continue to be that good. It makes me happy that a whole new generation is now being introduced to the characters of my childhood.
My favorite Pixar movie is Coco. I rewatched it this evening. And it’s strange that it’s my favorite because I didn’t even see it in theaters. I skipped it altogether. It honestly didn’t look that interesting to me. Until over half a year later a friend recommended I watch it and I had a free evening and . . . and . . . and . . .
If you’ve seen Coco, you know. Or I hope you know.
Coco tells the story of Miguel, a twelve-year-old and aspiring musician. His family has banned all music and through an act of rebellion, Miguel ends up in the Land of the Dead seeking out a legendary singer, also his great-great-grandfather, for his blessing to return home.
Coco is storytelling at it’s best. Though the movie is probably worth watching for the music alone. And the emotional punch at the climax of the story is one of the best I’ve ever seen.
I can’t get through it without crying and I don’t want to. After all, I don’t watch a Pixar movie to not cry. And Pixar crying usually happens in the best way. That sweet balance of sorrow and happiness that makes me feel connected to my life.
Coco reminds us that nothing is more important than family and that true families support each other.
I had a real beautiful cry over it.
With Love,
Natalie