The reviews are in for Pixar’s latest animated feature, “Elio,” and the film has debuted with a solid 83% score on Rotten Tomatoes. Based on 47 reviews at the time of writing, critics have generally praised the movie as a visually stunning and heartfelt cosmic adventure. “Elio” follows the adventures of 11-year-old Elio Solis, who is accidentally transported to the Communiverse by aliens.
Unexpectedly declared Earth’s intergalactic ambassador, Elio must forge alliances with quirky alien species while confronting a massive crisis that threatens the entire galaxy. Rachel Labonte of Screen Rant writes, “Pixar’s big-hearted space adventure is its best movie in years…
Elio’s heartfelt cosmic adventure
‘Elio’ is a tale about friendship, family, and connection, and it will both delight and wreck you.”
While not universally hailed as one of Pixar’s masterpieces, “Elio” is being praised for its emotional core, inventive designs, and family-friendly charm. Some criticisms include its predictable storytelling and Pixar’s reliance on familiar formulas. The film features the voices of Yonas Kibreab, Zoe Saldaña, Remy Edgerly, Brad Garrett, Jameela Jamil, Shirley Henderson, Brendan Hunt, Matthias Schweighöfer, Naomi Watanabe, and Ana de la Reguera.
“Elio” is being compared to Pixar’s classics like “Toy Story 2,” “Finding Nemo,” “Inside Out,” and “The Incredibles.” Its score is expected to fluctuate as more reviews are published and once audience scores come in after its theatrical release later this week. The movie releases in theaters on June 20th. While it might not reach the legendary status of some of Pixar’s earlier hits, “Elio” promises to be a thoughtful, sweet, and entertaining addition to the studio’s impressive filmography.
