Coco



Pixar's first original non-sequel film since 2015 and the studio's 19th feature film overall, Coco explores places where few animated movies ever tread: the Land of the Dead and Mexico. The animated musical follows the fortunes of a young Mexican boy, 12-year-old Miguel, who has a passion for music but also a penchant for incurring the wrath of his family. Directed by Lee Unkrich (Toy Story 3) and Adrian Molina, this Dia de Muertos-inspired movie offers up an authentic and meticulously researched survey of the rich culture of Mexico. Pixar creators spared no effort to get the details right, from hiring a cadre of expert consultants to traveling to Mexico for weeks at a time to see certain traditions and crafts firsthand. The result is an animated musical we've rarely seen or heard, with a story whose elements are likely to delight as well as surprise. Enjoy this one with your loved ones. — Bret



Opens in U.S. theaters Wednesday, Nov. 22