***GREAT FILM***
After seeing this film, it is safe to say that this is one of the best films Pixar has ever made. Not only does it establish each emotion perfectly, but it shows how most of us feel on a daily basis. To me this film is not a kids film (and honestly I don't think that most Pixar films are) because it tackles themes that can be relatable to all ages. Those themes are maturity and depression. Yes, depression. To me this is really the main message that this film is trying to portray. The idea that it is easy for people to not notice someone who is depressed and how easy it is for them to lose their feelings and emotions in an instant; just as Riley's parents don't notice how she is changing throughout the film.
Maturity also plays a big part in the film. The idea of Riley having to adapt to a completely new life, move away from her friends and what she knew as "home", forces her to try to become a mature adult at such a young age. The emotional roller coaster of trying to be an adult can cause some to feel overwhelmed and they can fall into some sort of a depressed state. They tend to lose their emotions which make up who they are (and this is where the the film draws most of the plot on but I don't want to give anything away). It is easy to connect emotionally with Riley because her story and her emotions are some that we all feel everyday and can relate to strongly. It is hard to try and hold back tears (as most Pixar films tug at the heart strings) because Inside Out provides many emotional moments throughout. Those moments involve of course Joy, Sadness, Anger, Fear, and Disgust, which in a way make up our "five identities" of who we are. They help identify our ups and downs, as well as how we interact with the world around us. I am not going to lie, I did have some emotional moments throughout the course of the film (especially in the second half). I felt a strong connection with Riley because it can be heartbreaking to see someone lose their identity. It truly can hit you hard. Inside Out is not only one of the best films of 2015, but it might be one of the best animated films of all time. It draws on themes that can be relatable to most and depicts emotions in a way that we have not seen before. It will lead the audience on an emotional roller coaster that will have them laughing and crying as the story unfolds. In the end, Inside Out is telling the audience that it is OK to be who you are because you are beautiful on both the inside and out.
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AuthorPat Brennan: Recent Film grad from Temple University with a love for all aspects of film. David Fincher for life.
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