Take Kleenex, that was the advice we got. Well, give me a break. It's a cartoon.
Yeah, bring Kleenex.
It isn't just the great music, or the gorgeously-drawn visuals. It isn't only the examination and celebration of a beautiful Mexican tradition, Dia de Muertos. It's not even (this is the writer in me) the vivid characters, compelling story and the stunning plot twist.
No, it's the striking conclusion one draws through the tears. Human beings share deeply-felt qualities of family, possibilities and hope. The movie doesn't make a political point, it makes a universal observation.
We came home and gave our spirit animals big hugs. See the movie, you'll understand why.