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Elemental

Elemental

2023
Animation
1h 43m
In a city where fire, water, land, and air residents live together, a fiery young woman named Ember Lumen and a go-with-the-flow guy named Wade Ripple meet and fall in love, despite their opposing elements. Ember struggles to control her fiery temper, while Wade is always up for an adventure. When their worlds collide, they must learn to work together to save the city and discover that they have more in common than they thought.

Directed by:

Peter Sohn

Screenwriter:

Brenda Hsueh, John Hoberg, Kat Likkel

Starring:

Catherine O'Hara, Wendi McLendon-Covey, Ronnie Del Carmen, Mamoudou Athie, Joe Pera, Leah Lewis, Shila Ommi

Genre:

Animation

Country:

USA

Language:

English
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2023
Animation
1h 43m
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beedubBeeDub
Rated 02 Mar 2024
82
50th
It's... fine. But I expect a lot more than fine from Pixar.
Rated 02 Mar 2024
jarobmuljarobmul
Rated 18 Jun 2023
70
48th
Did they even fix the water problem?
Rated 18 Jun 2023
jlfmJLFM
Rated 16 Jun 2023
53
22nd
Uncommonly clunky for a Pixar film - everything from allegory, messaging, plotting, and yes, world-building, is glaringly haphazard. I really wanted to love this (and Mamoudou Athie’s perpetually likable screen presence goes a long way here), but this is about as ho-hum and ineffective as Pixar can get.
Rated 16 Jun 2023
evranaevrana
Rated 18 Jun 2023
61
28th
Pixar and Disney are losing their magic, it couldn't jerk any tears from me (and very little from my daughter). The animation is alright, and some Indian music choices are interesting. The city design was cool too. But the rest was on one side forgettable and message-driven, and on the other side (whether this is intentional or unintentional I do not know) has a dangerous discourse. It treats immigrants as "fundamentally" different, rather than only culturally. This I did not appreciate.
Rated 18 Jun 2023
overratedoverrated
Rated 15 Oct 2023
35
27th
Pixar on autopilot, oh wow it's Romeo and Juliet except they're fire and w-*falls asleep so hard my neck breaks at an upsetting angle*
Rated 15 Oct 2023
rihreyrihrey
Rated 29 Jun 2023
43
43rd
It's quite uninspired and unoriginal, but it's got some charm regardless and some of the ideas it explores are cool, even though the main allegory doesn't quite work lol. However, the pacing was awful, the script leaves a lot to be desired and the characters are pretty shallow, even if they get some "depth" added to them (or one of them, more like) at points in the movie. It's visually good though, and i wasn't bored or anything, just underwhelmed. It's mediocre and one of Pixar's weakest.
Rated 29 Jun 2023
therealj_roTheRealJ-Ro
Rated 02 Jul 2023
85
85th
Y'know what, I'm gonna do it. I'm gonna go 85 on this one. Following the Pixar formula of "what if _____ had feelings?", "Elemental" scores with an engaging story that a lot of the audience will relate to, some worthwhile material for the adults (though the social commentary isn't as strong as, say, Zootopia), and at its core, a love story that risks running the Romeo & Juliet timeframe but ultimately feels earned by the end. They might fumble their metaphor, but it didn't hurt it for me.
Rated 02 Jul 2023
princeharryprinceharry
Rated 25 Sep 2023
7
21st
Pretty much exactly what I expected with a small side of disappointment. The moment or two of genuine heart, plus Thomas Newman’s score (minus the “spa pop” track thrown in there) kept me from completely writing this film off. Other quibbles: (1) flashbacks felt like a shortcut - a good story does not need them (2) show me characters that grow and change, not just get their wants and dreams met (3) usually surprises in Pixar stories lead somewhere - the ones in Elemental went nowhere
Rated 25 Sep 2023
frederikaFrederikA
Rated 25 Sep 2023
55
41st
It's a fine simple tale, beautifully animated as always, and I'd never go so far as to call the writers at Pixar lazy, but in their long list of "opposites on adventure" stories, this one sure is blatant. Especially since the "New York Melding pot" allegory has been done before and better in Zootropolis, and the same goes for the "burden of cultural herritage" in last year's Turning Red. Also, there's something problematic about depicting ethnicity as incompatible traits.
Rated 25 Sep 2023
angrypierreangrypierre
Rated 24 Sep 2023
62
36th
Romeo and Juliet but also following your dreams? Meh. Not the best Pixar effort. Internal world lacks consistency.
Rated 24 Sep 2023
matthagenmatthagen
Rated 17 Sep 2023
64
79th
I was left with the feeling that the Pixar formula was once again smacking me across the face, this time with the help of Shakespeare. Don't get me wrong, Elemental was a good movie, it just never absorbed me the way Pixar's best do. I got my laughs, and four opportunities to cry my eyes out. You never got me down, Ray.
Rated 17 Sep 2023
ytadelYtadel
Rated 17 Sep 2023
6
70th
The whole theming of it with the city of natural foes etc reminded me heavily of Zootopia, albeit with some of that film's more interesting mystery elements swapped out more with straightforward romance. It's all a bit clunky and obvious (and why the hell does Fire Town have pipes that carry water to it at all??), but has a very nice audiovisual presentation, with some beautiful, warmly colorful and complex visuals and several "music video" sequences that are moving and well done.
Rated 17 Sep 2023
zanginZangin
Rated 27 Aug 2023
77
78th
It's nothing boldly new for Pixar but I found myself charmed by this movie. The animation is stunning, the premise of an elemental world is explored satisfyingly, I love how the film commits to showcasing the immigrant experience, and the central relationship is probably the most compelling romance that I've seen in family animation.
Rated 27 Aug 2023
okkervilOkkervil
Rated 27 Jul 2023
68
63rd
Better than expected given how perfunctory and Pixar tick-boxy the trailer made it look. It does in fact go on to hit pretty much every standard Pixar trope throughout its runtime, but it does so with such confidence and style that much of its conventionality can be forgiven. Beautifully animated, full of charm and sweetness, it kept a cinema packed full of families including my own entertained, so can only be assessed a doing its job nicely.
Rated 27 Jul 2023
dwarfcowDwarfcow
Rated 09 Jul 2023
30
22nd
Honestly I wouldent date someone who cries alot and might put me out. Still kinda disapointing:total take of from zootopia, I spent the whole movie waiting for the dad to die and they didn't even fix the water.
Rated 09 Jul 2023
rudolph101Rudolph101
Rated 08 Jul 2023
69
17th
Is this the movie Sherlock was telling Watson about
Rated 08 Jul 2023
adragon91ADragon91
Rated 07 Jul 2023
75
80th
Didn’t expect to enjoy this as much as I did after the lukewarm reviews of the majority. Definitely picked up way more around the halfway mark and got to me. Some of the humour is hit and miss, but the emotional core and the themes resonated with me. Some creative uses of elements and animation too.
Rated 07 Jul 2023
leonardisLeonardis
Rated 05 Jul 2023
85
47th
Not nearly as mediocre as I was lead to believe. Far from Pixar’s best, but FAR from their worst. I appreciate was Sohn and co. were trying to do here with the immigration angle, but it’s actually quite moving, as was some of the romance. Nothing here feels too forced or silly. I thought both of the leads were likable and well acted, and the animation continues to be stunning! I liked the humor, themes, pacing and I thought the resolution was very satisfying. Imperfect, solid storytelling.
Rated 05 Jul 2023
nbpNBP
Rated 08 Jun 2023
8
75th
"Elemental" is a stunning film that weaves together a powerful immigrant narrative and a compelling love story. The animation is breathtaking, showcasing both photoreal water effects and nuanced 2D character animation. The voice acting, especially Lewis as Ember, is top-notch, and Newman's magnificent score adds to the film's appeal. While the script has some groan-inducing puns and Athie's portrayal of Wade can be sentimental, these imperfections don't overshadow the overall charm of the movie.
Rated 08 Jun 2023
martrynmartryn
Rated 24 Nov 2024
77
69th
I'm a sucker for this kind of thing. Pixar movies almost always make me cry. But, you know, I think the messaging in this film is all wrong. Seems to be about how immigration and mixing is bad. That was my takeaway, at least. Something about Muslims staying in the Middle East unless they can fully adopt Western culture and ideals? Right?
Rated 24 Nov 2024
anisa2anisa2
Rated 05 Nov 2024
75
39th
Lovely, cute and funny
Rated 05 Nov 2024
krulikkrulik
Rated 26 Oct 2024
85
58th
Nice one, really refreshing visual and "world building", and the lead was good and memorable.
Rated 26 Oct 2024
psimpsim
Rated 21 Oct 2024
71
32nd
I don't love the look of this, but the film itself was perfectly fine.
Rated 21 Oct 2024
mattorama12mattorama12
Rated 09 Jul 2024
68
55th
It's cute, but doesn't feel like anything really special. I coincidentally watched this right after a re-watch of My Big Fat Greek Wedding, and they are shockingly similar.
Rated 09 Jul 2024
coffeecoffee
Rated 01 Jun 2024
65
39th
Original idea but falls short unfortunately.
Rated 01 Jun 2024
bptomitiBpTomiti
Rated 01 Jun 2024
80
70th
I didn't think I would love this but I do! It's heartwarming, and although has a bit of a tendency to want to hurt its audience, I think it's good for emotional kids.
Rated 01 Jun 2024
halfempty3dglassesHalfEmpty3DGlasses
Rated 14 May 2024
20
20th
Thing is, this isn't the worst Pixar movie, but it's the most insincere and childish. It's hard to word, but the way dialogue and jokes are written and performed throughout is just so patronizing, it's a writing style I felt in Coco and some recent Pixar films, but this is the one where it took me aback and seeing Spider-Verse the same day in the theater later, yeah, I really feel Pixar has worsened when writing characters and worlds. +5 bonus points for Joe Pera plant.
Rated 14 May 2024
yms_unofficialYMS unofficial
Rated 13 May 2024
1
3rd
Worst Pixar film. Lacks charm, engaging story, interesting characters, or humor. Ugly character designs, bad voice acting, bland universe. Poorly written humor and dialogue. Badly motivated narrative. Tries and fails to be an allegory for prejudice against immigrants.
Rated 13 May 2024
petrostserPetrosTser
Rated 06 May 2024
80
88th
At times it feels scientifically designed to be emotionally engaging or even a little manipulative, however there's no denying the great animation and catchy premise, not to mention some gorgeous sequences and a handful of really powerful, moving moments that have been perfectly set up in advance. There's also something very potent in the will-they-won't-they dynamic of the two main characters, and the themes of familial burdens, individuality, immigration, xenophobia and classism are weighty.
Rated 06 May 2024
ceekay19Ceekay19
Rated 14 Apr 2024
60
27th
Ember: "Ember, the shop was never the dream. You were the dream. You were always the dream."
Rated 14 Apr 2024
thorn969thorn969
Rated 24 Feb 2024
42
37th
It was a sweet movie and I generally enjoyed it and it was definitely well made, but it felt like the writers failed to really address the issues they raised and really give any kind of closure for the world they created. It was good in many ways, but also super unsatisfying.
Rated 24 Feb 2024
filliganFilligan
Rated 12 Feb 2024
79
39th
Perfectly inoffensive and lovely to look at. Pixar is consistently proving the power of storytelling lately because they seem to be pouring their resources into the design of their projects over their narratives, letting their stories reduce to tight, unproblematic, but ultimately unoriginal offerings. Lo and behold, no matter how creative your film is aesthetically, it still largely lands hollow; the overwhelming consensus on ELEMENTAL proves it.
Rated 12 Feb 2024
mistereeemistereee
Rated 04 Feb 2024
10
5th
Worst Pixar movie ever, unfortunately.
Rated 04 Feb 2024
shockularSHOCKULAR
Rated 04 Feb 2024
65
29th
Below average, formula Pixar fare about things like immigration and prejudice. Parts of its messages about xenophobia, etc, are somewhat muddled by the fact that the different elemental groups here have legitimate reason to see the others as existential threats. It's nice enough, but disappointing from Pixar.
Rated 04 Feb 2024
kadikoykadikoy
Rated 01 Feb 2024
70
75th
4 elementin geçtiği harika 1 ütopya da geçen 1 tanışma ve aşk hikayesi. Ailesiyle gelen ateş elementimiz, şehirde 1 iş kurar. Dükkana su basınca, su element oğlan ile ateş element kızımız tanışır. Birbirlerine karşı sevgi, dostluk sonra da aşka dönüşür. Ama önündeki engellerin kalkması gerekmektedir. Animasyon kaliteli. Bayağı güzel. Fikir güzel olsa konu çok bilindik. Ben beğenen kesimdeyim. Filmin sonunda, evden uzaklaşmak. İkimize birden yükleniyorlar. Ama sen ağlama. Havada aşk kokusu var.
Rated 01 Feb 2024
glumpy99glumpy_99
Rated 14 Jan 2024
68
33rd
Reliably enjoyable and engaging Pixar effort may be a victim of the studio’s own success – there’s nothing particularly glaring about this paean to acceptance and individuality except that it’s not especially unique or individual in its execution, feeling more like a compilation of scenes, ideas and characters already used (and better) in previous films; a lack of genuine stars behind the mike (excluding O'Hara) tends to make the vocal performances lack a certain pop.
Rated 14 Jan 2024
kavuKavu
Rated 21 Dec 2023
75
56th
The story isn't much, but the visual design and the sentiment make up a lot. Enjoyable view, even if it's not close to Pixar's best.
Rated 21 Dec 2023
ericamblerericambler
Rated 21 Oct 2023
63
28th
An uneven experience that gives off enough good-Pixar vibes to stay engaging. The fire-water pairing loses steam at times, but the impressive animation and gorgeously detailed world are always there to look at.
Rated 21 Oct 2023
thatyoungmthatyoungm
Rated 17 Oct 2023
87
46th
It doesn't reach the thematic heights that past Pixar films do, but Pixar still knows how to make animated films that are a cut above. I do think this one is a little bit more cookie cutter in regards to the plot, but there are still some great visual gags, subtle humor, and absolutely beautiful animation. I doubt, in the grand scheme of Pixar films, it will be as revered as older classics, but it's still a fun experience.
Rated 17 Oct 2023
hadleyreisHadleyreis
Rated 08 Oct 2023
65
43rd
Boiling Point 2: It gets a little heated when Wade and Ember decide to f*ck.
Rated 08 Oct 2023
tiredtimetired_time
Rated 02 Oct 2023
78
67th
It's a really beautifully drawn movie with some touching scenes and some incredibly cringey scenes. Like when the fire girl firmly says "no" to hanging out with the water boy, but he sees that she smiled slightly, and assumes that means a "yes", and shouts the time and the place as she walks off. And of course, that works... Stuff like that really doesn't teach kids good lessons, no means no.
Rated 02 Oct 2023
obdurateObdurate
Rated 27 Sep 2023
75
54th
Pixar has a pretty consistent level of quality (with a few missteps), even if that standard is dropping. Maybe that's just me, I don't know. I don't get as excited for Pixar as I used to. Nothing here really stands out but that doesn't mean it's bad. It's Pixar by the numbers. It's emotional at the end, the animation is good, even if I'm a little tired of their style, it does a couple of neat things with its premise, has a good message, etc.
Rated 27 Sep 2023
arossaross
Rated 18 Sep 2023
81
66th
If anything, Pixar has gotten stronger at tugging at the emotional heartstrings over the years. But they have gotten weaker at getting laughs and creating iconic characters. This movie is good but as always graded on a Pixar curve that has been tough for the last several movies. I thought the animation was a little too similar to Inside Out.
Rated 18 Sep 2023
kgbelliveaukgbelliveau
Rated 17 Sep 2023
90
82nd
Elemental is a visually stunning movie with a core set of characters that keep you hooked. There is a lot to relate to in this movie. Hard working middle class family in search of a better life, anxiety trying to live up to others expectations and the curveball that love throws into the mix. Truly a delightful movie and the way the elements interact in the scenes within the city are why animation is such a breathtaking genre of films. Movie magic as it truly should be.
Rated 17 Sep 2023
punqPUNQ
Rated 03 Sep 2023
60
89th
Didn't find it as magical as other Pixar movies. There has been so many bright color animation films that's come out in recent years, even if you combine elementals for a extra shining effect, you still feel you've seen the gimmick before. The story is fine, if not obvious. But with that negativity, the actual viewing experience is a positive. Nice family time bonding, with a film full of energy and light. They have nailed formula. Just wish they had something more unique to built it around.
Rated 03 Sep 2023
creatorCreator
Rated 30 Aug 2023
50
8th
pixar?
Rated 30 Aug 2023
vacagalosVacagalos
Rated 27 Aug 2023
90
18th
I liked it but it was a bit to much all over the place
Rated 27 Aug 2023
cstewart64CStewart64
Rated 24 Aug 2023
15
82nd
W4E2P0S1V2M2A2R2. Agree with others that the concept was only really useful as a vehicle for the (awesome) animation. For the story, beyond the basic premise that different groups of people disliked each other, the allegory was dicey. But parts of the story still got me good (even if they were derivative of other, better Pixars), the characters were lovable, and the animation and music was wonderful.
Rated 24 Aug 2023
pistolpetePistolPete
Rated 22 Aug 2023
73
67th
Far better than I expected. We enjoyed this quite a bit. A lot of course is too on the nose, but everything is forgiven w the beauty of the animation. It looks absolutely spectacular on the (humble brag) 65" OLED. Some good humour and then some over the top cheese that was a bit much yet still easily digestible feel good entertainment. 7.3
Rated 22 Aug 2023
amazedemonamazedemon
Rated 20 Aug 2023
62
31st
Elemental is Pixar's/Sohn's clichéd contribution to the RomCom genre. The voice acting was fine. Newman's ethnic hodgepodge score is on the nose in a distracting way. The animation was okay, though a little unimpressive considering Pixar's technical upgrades specifically because of this film, and I wasn't particularly keen on the design of the elements. Ultimately it's an animated film about immigrant struggles that lacks nuance, opposition and originality. Disappointing, especially for Pixar.
Rated 20 Aug 2023
kasperlKasperL
Rated 20 Aug 2023
80
86th
A simple but engaging story about enjoyable characters that is just stunningly animated.
Rated 20 Aug 2023
war_machineWar Machine
Rated 19 Aug 2023
66
43rd
Niceimmigrants+shesoundslikeboo+racisttoo:Psoit'srealistic+waterguyannoyinglol+trynottocrygamelool-getsher+sacsobigsacyourlifetoo+momreadslovesmoke-lightshisbymagnifyingher+touchhand-dance+Lyingdontloveetc+YOUwerethedream+bowritualthathisdaddidntdo
Rated 19 Aug 2023
medikolaynmedikolayn
Rated 15 Aug 2023
76
66th
crying is for babieeeess T-T
Rated 15 Aug 2023
sentry04Sentry04
Rated 13 Aug 2023
58
16th
Romeo and Juliet take 1m. Ugh
Rated 13 Aug 2023
anton_egoAnton Ego
Rated 28 Jul 2023
75
54th
Um filme lindo visualmente falando, mas a Disney continua com sua onde de lacração, confesso que mais leve, mas ainda deixa um gosto muito forte na boca.
Rated 28 Jul 2023
bzymusbzymus
Rated 19 Jul 2023
57
20th
audiovisual 60 overall feeling 55 avg 57
Rated 19 Jul 2023
nuotionuotio
Rated 13 Jul 2023
64
80th
I thought this was better than its reviews would indicate. At first, I didn't warm up to the visual style of the characters and Wade in particular, but both grew on me. In my opinion, the film works well enough as a immigration/coming-of-age dramedy, but its biggest fault is that you expect it to have something more; as if e.g. a whole subplot about the floodgate was removed. The ending was emotional and I could see myself re-watching the film, even if it's not one of Pixar's strongest.
Rated 13 Jul 2023
kuroelKuroel
Rated 13 Jul 2023
63
62nd
Someone who has worked retail was clearly involved in writing the script. :D The first half of the film was very preachy and heavy-handedly hammered in the segregation plot point. Thankfully the latter half was more interpersonal and more heartfelt in tone. I left the theatre with tears in my eyes. Too bad about the hamfisted ideological homily at the beginning. Felt like a 10yo was giving a lecture on why “thing x” is bad without understanding any of the nuances of the subject.
Rated 13 Jul 2023
dolphinspursDolphinSpurs
Rated 11 Jul 2023
77
43rd
The other Hollywood animation companies have caught up with Pixar, so this entry, which may have been an A 10 years ago. Is a solid B-. The animation, as usual for Pixar, is beautiful. Element City is chock full of visual gags about the differing elements living together. It's the story that holds the movie back. Too predictable with story beats you can see a mile away. It was interesting to see an "emotionally available" male be the love interest though. Kudos to that. PSI: 76
Rated 11 Jul 2023
iamianimaniamianiman
Rated 02 Jul 2023
68
76th
Inside Out 2.0
Rated 02 Jul 2023
rafael_reisRafael Reis
Rated 30 Jun 2023
69
17th
Am I the only one tired of Romeo and Juliet adaptations?
Rated 30 Jun 2023
greenerGreener
Rated 27 Jun 2023
80
86th
Elemental is another good (and safe?) try of Disney showing a very charming and cute anthropomorphic world.
Rated 27 Jun 2023
feritdgnferitdgn
Rated 24 Jun 2023
60
37th
Visually stunning and that’s pretty much it though. There were some moments where I laughed, there were some lovely scenes that I found emotional, but overall, the story wasn't interesting enough. (Cineverse Metrogarden - 06/24/2023)
Rated 24 Jun 2023
owen1218owen1218
Rated 20 Jun 2023
60
28th
Visually lovely as expected, but could a story be any more cliched and predictable? It's hard to imagine anyone watching this a second time when it feels like a rerun on the first. Weird to see people blaming the low numbers on this one on streaming or on it not being part of a series (when Pixar movies are almost never in a series), rather than on it just being largely uninteresting and heartless.
Rated 20 Jun 2023
gamul1Gamul1
Rated 19 Jun 2023
75
29th
1st half was slow and boring. But 2nd half was pretty good, good messaging, and good finish. 1st half I would rate like a 40. 2nd half an 85.
Rated 19 Jun 2023

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