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Coco

Review Ratings

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Final Review Score

8.5 / 10

Great

Directed by Lee Unkrich (Toy Story 3) and co-directed by Adrian Molina, Coco (2017) stands as one of Pixar Animation Studios’ most culturally rich, visually luminous, and emotionally devastating triumphs. Grounded in the Mexican holiday Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead), the film explored universal themes of family legacy, artistic passion, grief, and ancestral memory with profound respect and authenticity. In this detailed Coco movie review, we examine how Anthony Gonzalez, Gael García Bernal, Benjamin Bratt, extraordinary marigold lighting, and the Oscar-winning song “Remember Me” forged a modern animated classic.

Santa Cecilia, The Land of the Dead, and the Stolen Guitar

Set in the fictional Mexican town of Santa Cecilia, the story follows 12-year-old Miguel Rivera (voiced by Anthony Gonzalez), who secretly dreams of becoming a virtuoso musician like his idol, legendary crooner Ernesto de la Cruz (voiced by Benjamin Bratt). However, music has been strictly banned by the Rivera family for generations ever since Miguel’s great-great-grandfather abandoned his wife Mamá Imelda (voiced by Alanna Ubach) and daughter Mamá Coco to pursue a musical career. On the Day of the Dead, Miguel accidentally breaks into Ernesto’s tomb to borrow his famous guitar, triggering a magical curse that transports him into the spectacular, skeletal metropolis of the Land of the Dead. Joined by his street dog Dante and a charming, forgotten trickster skeleton named Héctor (voiced by Gael García Bernal), Miguel must secure a family blessing before sunrise to return to the living world.

Vocal Resonance, Authentic Casting, and Emotional Themes

Breakout performer Anthony Gonzalez gives Miguel infectious enthusiasm, vocal power, and earnest vulnerability, while Gael García Bernal delivers an extraordinarily moving performance as Héctor, balancing tragic desperation with humor. Benjamin Bratt oozes bravado and charismatic flair as Ernesto de la Cruz. The narrative delivers one of Pixar’s most tear-jerking resolutions, culminating in a poignant rendition of “Remember Me” sung to elderly Mamá Coco (voiced by Ana Ofelia Murguía) that highlights how memory preserves the bonds of love across generations.

Marigold CGI Milestones, Alebrijes, and Michael Giacchino’s Score

Pixar’s artistic team conducted extensive research trips across Mexico to accurately capture architectural details, altar traditions, and vibrant color schemes. The visual depiction of the Land of the Dead—a glowing, multi-tiered vertical city connected by a bridge of seven million glowing marigold petals—marked a breathtaking benchmark in digital lighting and environmental design. Dynamic alebrijes (spirit guides) brought mythical color to the screen. Composer Michael Giacchino crafted an authentic, Mexican-infused orchestral score, while songwriters Kristen Anderson-Lopez and Robert Lopez penned the Academy Award-winning anthem “Remember Me”.

The Final Verdict

Ultimately, this Coco review celebrates a stunning, heartfelt, and universally adored masterpiece. Driven by Lee Unkrich and Adrian Molina’s passionate direction, exceptional voice performances from Anthony Gonzalez and Gael García Bernal, breathtaking visual artistry, and an unforgettable musical core, it stands as an enduring treasure of cinema.

Information

  • Title: Coco
  • Release Date: November 22, 2017
  • Director: Lee Unkrich, Adrian Molina (Co-Director)
  • Key Cast: Anthony Gonzalez, Gael García Bernal, Benjamin Bratt, Alanna Ubach, Renée Victor, Ana Ofelia Murguía, Edward James Olmos
  • Genre: Animation, Adventure, Comedy, Family, Fantasy, Musical

This post is part of Pixar Movies Ranked