Walt Disney Animation Studios’ latest film Big Hero 6 opens in theaters this weekend and packs an emotional punch.
The story is based on the Marvel comic series of the same name, but the comparisons end after the title and names of the characters. Big Hero 6 is a complete rethinking of the comic series so it can appeal to Disney’s audience.
Big Hero 6 tells the story of Hiro, who in the face of tragedy fights an evil doer with help from an unlikely sidekick: His brother’s healthcare robot invention named Baymax. Along the way, several of their friends join the team to form Big Hero 6.
Once you reach the end of Big Hero 6, you think to yourself: The thought that went into designing this story arc is remarkable. Things like that little cartridge that gives Baymax his personality, seemingly so insignificant at the start of the film, plays a hugely important role at the end. Disney Animation and chief creative head John Lasseter love to emphasize in interviews how important the story is to their filmmaking process, and there may be no greater example than the payoff at the end of Big Hero 6.
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Although the story is framed in a super hero origin tale, this story is hardly about heroes. Big Hero 6 tells the story of a friendship between two people who care deeply for one another, and the lengths friends will go to to protect their loved ones.
We loved the film and believe Walt Disney Animation Studios has proven they are well into a new renaissance period thanks to their recent string of hits (Wreck-It Ralph, Frozen, and now Big Hero 6).
Our review in a nut shell: 4 out of 5 stars. See it.
Now it’s your turn: What’d you think of the film?
We’re looking for your thoughts on Big Hero 6 throughout the weekend. How funny was Baymax? Where could we find our heroes in a potential sequel? What’d you think about that after-credits scene? Leave your thoughts in the comments after you’ve seen it, and rate the film in our poll!
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