Inside Out
Inside Out
When 11-year-old Riley moves to a new city, her Emotions team up to help her through the transition. Joy, Fear, Anger, Disgust and Sadness work together, but when Joy and Sadness get lost, they must journey through unfamiliar places to get back home.
Tubeman72 reviewedFebruary 20, 2025
Original film ideas are often hiding in plain sight, and Pixar proves this once again with Inside Out (2015). Director Pete Docter based the story on his own childhood. As a kid, he struggled to adapt after moving to Denmark, and years later, he saw his daughter facing similar challenges. This inspired him to explore how emotions work in our minds.
The film follows Riley, an 11-year-old girl who moves to San Francisco. Inside her head, five emotions—Joy, Sadness, Fear, Disgust, and Anger—manage her feelings. But when Joy and Sadness get lost in her subconscious, everything spirals out of control, and Riley struggles with her new life.
Pixar brilliantly captures the transition into adolescence. The imaginative depiction of Riley’s mind, from fantasy islands to her subconscious, makes the film both humorous and deeply moving. Inside Out resonates with kids and adults alike, especially parents watching their children grow up. With stunning animation, a talented voice cast, and a beautiful score by Michael Giacchino, this emotional rollercoaster will stay with you long after the credits roll. Once again, Pixar delivers a masterpiece for the whole family!