Coco
Overview
Coco is a 2017 computer-animated fantasy film produced by Pixar Animation Studios and directed by Lee Unkrich. The film is set in Mexico, during the Day of the Dead (Día de los Muertos). The film follows Miguel (voiced by Anthony Gonzalez), a 12-year-old boy who dreams of becoming a musician, even though his family has banned music for generations. On the Day of the Dead, he is transported to the Land of the Dead, a vibrant, colorful, and beautiful afterlife. He meets his deceased ancestors, and he discovers the truth about his family's past. He learns that his great-great-grandfather, Héctor (voiced by Gael García Bernal), was a musician who was murdered by his partner, Ernesto de la Cruz (voiced by Benjamin Bratt), a famous singer. Miguel must help Héctor cross the bridge to the Land of the Living, before he is forgotten. The film is a celebration of Mexican culture, family, and the power of music. It features a beautiful score and original songs, including "Remember Me," which won the Academy Award for Best Original Song. Coco was a massive critical and commercial success, earning over $807 million worldwide. It won two Academy Awards for Best Animated Feature and Best Original Song. The film is widely considered one of Pixar's most beautiful and emotionally resonant films.
