There is the magic of animation, which breaks age. Disney and Pixar have mastered this rare balance, creating animated films that are visually enchanting for children and thought-provoking for grown-ups. According to IMDb ratings and viewer affection, these are seven of the best Disney-Pixar movies that are equally fascinating to both generations.
WALL-E (2008)
- IMDb 8.4/10
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WALL-E is a very touching but very philosophical movie about a lonely robot that was abandoned on Earth to clean up the mess created by humans. His life is changes when he meets EVE, a slick probe who was sent to test whether the planet can sustain life once again. Their interstellar travel turns into a love story, a hopeful story, and a story of renewal.
WALL-E is a stunning piece of visual storytelling that reflects environmental decay, loneliness, and the importance of connection. WALL-E is one of the best-emotional works of Pixar with little dialogue and breathtaking animation.
Up (2009)
- IMDb 8.3/10
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Up begins with one of the most heartfelt montages in animation history, following the life of Carl and Ellie, two dreamers whose love story unfolds without a single spoken word. After losing Ellie, Carl decides to honour her memory by flying his house to Paradise Falls using thousands of balloons. In the process, he meets Russell, a young scout who reminds him that there is still adventure out there. It is a rare animated movie that make you laugh, cry and trust in second chances all in just 90 minutes.
Inside Out (2015)
- IMDb 8.1/10
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The film is framed in the mind of a young girl, Riley, where five colourful emotions with names such as Joy, Sadness, Anger, Fear, and Disgust control her responses to life. As the family of Riley relocates to a new city, her mood goes out of hand, teaching her that sadness is as essential as joy.
Inside Out is a smart study of mental health, emotional maturity and growing up complications. Pixar’s ability to make psychology entertaining is what makes Inside Out a modern classic.
Zootopia (2016)
- IMDb 8.0/10
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Judy Hopps is a rookie rabbit cop who gets hired in the busy metropolis of Zootopia to solve a perilous case alongside a cunning fox, Nick Wilde. The film cleverly mirrors real-world issues like prejudice, inclusion, and ambition through the lives of anthropomorphic animals.
It addresses the issues of prejudice and stereotypes in a manner that is clever and relatable at the same time. Zootopia shows that even a fun adventure can help to bring up some important conversations about equality and empathy.
Coco (2017)
- IMDb 8.4/10
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Coco is an emotionally stirring musical experience that glorifies family, memory, and tradition. The movie follows the life of a boy, Miguel, who has always aspired to be a musician, but he is not allowed to play music because of the centuries-old ban on music in his family. When Miguel accidentally gets into the land of the dead he uncovers his family forgotten history and comes to know the importance of memory.
Coco makes you relate to its heart-rending message of identity, forgiveness, and the legacies we leave behind. It is a hard movie to find that is both happy and sad simultaneously like a love letter to family.
Ratatouille (2007)
- IMDb 8.1/10
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Set in the culinary heart of Paris, Ratatouille follows Remy, a rat with an exceptional sense of taste who dreams of becoming a chef. When he partners with a struggling kitchen worker, the duo proves that greatness can come from the most unexpected places.
Ratatouille is the story of passion, imagination, and the social obstacles. It is a reminder that art can be created in any place and that it is always worth pursuing your dreams even if they seem unlikely.
The Incredibles (2004)
- IMDb 8.0/10
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A family of undercover superheroes is forced to live normal suburban lives after being banned from using their powers. However, when the world is at stake against a new villain, they come back together to rescue it, a fact that proves that family is the greatest super power.
The Incredibles is a masterpiece that combines fast-paced adventure and moving emotional storytelling that makes it one of the most rewatched films of Pixar.
There is something special about these seven Disney-Pixar films, and that is the emotional storytelling which resonates with any generation. Their universal appeal is reflected by their IMDb ratings, yet what is more powerful about them is their ability to unite families reminding adults of their inner child and teaching children about empathy, courage and love.
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