Elemental: Movie Review: A Tale Of Love And Redemption In Element City
"Embrace the flames of love and redemption in Element City. Join Ember and Wade as they ignite a journey of sacrifice, forgiveness, and the enduring power of love."
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My thoughts:
As an audience member, "Element City: Flames of Love" was a delightful journey into a fantastical world filled with magic, adventure, and heartwarming romance. From the moment the vibrant cityscape of Element City appeared on screen, I was captivated by its vivid colors and imaginative design. The characters of Ember and Wade drew me into their story with their genuine chemistry and compelling personalities, making me root for their love to triumph against all odds. The film's exploration of themes like acceptance, sacrifice, and the power of love resonated deeply with me, reminding me of the importance of empathy and understanding in a world often divided by differences. Overall, "Element City" left me spellbound with its enchanting tale and left me with a renewed sense of hope and optimism.
Interesting facts:
- First Pixar film not to feature humans since Cars (2006): This marks a departure from the studio's usual human-centric stories, offering a new perspective on relationships and societal dynamics.
- Based on director Peter Sohn's life: Sohn's experiences as a Korean immigrant navigating cultural differences inspired the film's themes of adaptation and acceptance.
- The film pushed boundaries with its water and fire simulations, requiring 151,000 computer cores (three times more than "Toy Story") for rendering.
- Initially, the film had a darker tone with Ember and Wade returning home with a baby made of steam, and Brook as the villain.
- The park where Ember and Wade spend time together is shaped like the periodic table, referencing the scientific basis of the elements.
- The film features subtle nods to Pixar's past, including a Luxo ball cameo and a character resembling Mike Wazowski from "Monsters, Inc."
Cast:
- Leah Lewis as Ember Lumen
- Mamoudou Athie as Wade
- Ronnie Del Carmen as Bernie
- Shila Ommi as Cinder
- Wendi McLendon-Covey as Gale
- Catherine O'Hara as Brook
About:
IMDb: 7/10
Rotten Tomatoes: 64%
Metacritic: 58%
Box Office: $496.4 million
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