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Onward (2020) dir. Dan Scanlon

“Put it on O, for onward!” 

Jadey(GF):  ★★★★★

Honestly, I’d give this movie 5/5 stars. Something about Pixars’ ability to make me feel like I can relate to two elvish brothers going on a quest to find a magical stone is mind blowing. I loved this movie for the obvious reasons: it being very cute and its innocent sense of humor, but I also loved it because, growing up with older brothers, I could relate to the relationship Ian and Barley had. Movies that spark the dialogue about the importance of family, compared to, lets say “finding true love”, hold a special place in my heart.  Throughout their adventure the brothers learn to trust one another, but also to trust ones self. This movie was refreshing, magical, and sends a great message. Anyone in the mood for a feel-good, family comedy should put this movie on ASAP.

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James(BF): ★★★

I swear the secret formula of a Pixar film is blending real-life issues and environments with relatable animated characters. The message of technology replacing more organic means of entertainment has been done before, even by Pixar themselves. However, it feels refreshing when placed in a universe inhabited by literal mythical creatures, that have lost their magical way of life. Along with the themes of brotherhood, family, and identity, there was never a disconnect between the world and its characters on the screen, with ours. You can just feel the urgency in their actions and the importance of the whole situation. Although the urgency influenced what I felt was a very sudden change in tone for a character(in one particular scene) that left me irritated for a few minutes. Overall, Onward is a fun animated movie with a beloved, the literal standard for most films in Pixar’s discography!

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Watch it OR Not: Yes, sit back and relax!