<em>Turning Red</em> Is Pixar’s Cleverest Film in Years
The unassuming animation accomplishes a feat rarely seen in the studio’s films: engaging with puberty in a meaningful way.
Pixar’s animated films are typically defined by their impressive ambition. ;; and cleverly crafted worlds of monsters, emotions, and the afterlife that felt both logical and fantastical. Movies such as and dared to embrace long narrative chunks without dialogue or juvenile antics. Recent works such as ,, and have plotted a path forward for the company that doesn’t rely on easy sequels. With all that history to consider, might seem like a more minor project from the studio, given that it takes
