Pixar always brings different animations, and appeals to children and adults. It’s the case of my favorite, Toy Story, Viva – Life is a Party, Up – High Adventures, and so many others. All are available on Disney Plus. And now one more is coming. IT’S Red: Growing up is a Beastwhich arrives on the 11th also on Disney Plus.
It tells the story of Mei Lee, a 13-year-old girl. She lives torn between remaining an obedient daughter and the chaos of adolescence. Ming, her mother, a very protective and authoritative person, who is never far from her daughter. This puts her in very difficult situations, a sad reality for the teenager. As if the changes in her interests, relationships, and her body weren’t enough, there’s another little problem. Whenever she experiences strong emotions (which happens pretty much all the time), she transforms into a giant red panda.
What did I think of Red: Growing up is a Beast?
The film is clearly a female project. In addition to the two main characters, the director is also a woman. She is Oscar winner Domee Shi, who had previously been responsible for the Pixar short film, Bag. Here in Red: Growing up is a beast also exciting, cute moments, besides, of course, fun. It’s actually a touching tribute to the teenager that lives inside each of us.
No one has ever become a panda like Mei Lee, of course, but everyone has been embarrassed for different reasons at school. And these are unforgettable, lol. The film takes place in the 90s, and for that reason it will greatly expand the scope of people who will identify with the girl’s difficult day to day. AND Red: Growing up is a Beast has a courageous and even admirable script in the way it deals with the difficult moment of entering adolescence. Deals with certain taboo topics, especially in an animation, in a candid and blunt way. In addition, it has modern animation, vibrant colors and an accessible and edgy language – as it should be.
What did I think of Red: Growing up is a Beast?
The film shows a clear commitment to diversity. There are several races, genders, physical types, appearing and coexisting in a harmonious way (well, maybe most of the time). Mei Lee has idols she falls in love with and impossible loves, so normal at this age. And of course, best friends who give advice that works – sometimes. But the coolest thing is that the film advocates giving vent to curiosity. It teaches that we should be curious, have compassion, and value a certain amount of self-control. And especially that friendships and family make all the difference. Liked it!
PS – I saw the movie in the subtitled original. It has great voices, including Sandra Oh as Ming. The Brazilian dubbing also has famous names. Ary Fontoura voices the character Mr. Gao. Rodrigo Lombardi will play Jin and Flavia Alessandra will play Ming.
Eliane Munhoz
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