Review of Encanto (2021) by Bananaskywalker — 20 Jan 2022

Definitely one of the better Disney movies in recent years. It kinda like, puts you in a good headspace. The colors and animation are gorgeous, and I like that it's able to tell a complete story in a small and compact setting; very unique.

Also, the protagonist is very likable and most of the characters in general have interesting personalities and are fun to watch on screen. There is diversity in the film, which is obviously a good thing in and of itself, but with many movies nowadays they make everything ABOUT race and pushing agendas.

This is not that. Although I definitely had my issues. There are plot points that feel like they're leading up to something, and then just kind of... don't, which is weird. Also, some individual elements in there were just cringe.

Like I get that it wants to appeal to the culture, but still. There was one musical number in particular which was like a random, out-of-place, Disney channel-inspired pop song and I did not like it; other than that though I will say that the music in this movie is pretty dang good.

There were some bangers, actually. It's not incredible, but if you don't go in with the mindset that you're gonna hate it, and just sit down and take it in, it's an enjoyable movie. For anyone to watch honestly.

It looks great, has good characters, heart, humor. I recommend.