Recently my life has not included enough time reading time. This week’s review is a movie that has quickly become a favorite of my four year old niece-Inside Out!
Watching this movie with Ella is like watching the Director’s Cut. She tells you what is happening, who is on screen, and what is going to happen next. It is obvious that she has seen the movie many, many times, and she still asks to watch it every day! Her favorite character is ‘Sgust (aka Disgust).
I’m not qualified to review this movie on Ella’s behalf, so I will tell you why I like it and recommend it for all ages.
Inside Out is the story of a young girl, Riley, and the five emotions (Joy, Anger, Fear, Sadness, and Disgust) who guide her responses to life. This movie offers a visual explanation of our emotional responses and memory making and storage. It attempts to make sense of the complexities that make us who we are. It is a movie that hits close to home as I moved when I was about Riley’s age. You’d have to ask my parents how often Joy was present in my life at that time. I do remember feeling plenty of Anger, Disgust, and Sadness at the prospect of leaving all that was familiar and some Fear about what my new home, friends, and school would be like.
This is a heart-warming story and challenging story about moving, growing up, and the life-long process of discovering one’s self.
When you watch it, I hope you’ll consider-
What are my core memories?
What are my islands of personality?
What emotion guides me the most often?
Enjoy the show!
I’d say that you are qualified to offer a review of this movie. I’m interested now in seeing it. Thank you for going out on a limb with Ella and including it on your blog.
Jim,
I’d be glad to discuss the movie with you after you see it.