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Such a frustrating disappointment

Good movie but grossly overrated

Blistering performances.

It's the kind of movie you'll want to see a second time with someone who hasn't seen it yet, to remember what it was like to watch it for the first time.

I don't expect much after looking at IMDB rating of just above 7 for this movie. But, this is much worse than that.

As a large movie lover, owning over 1000 on DVD, I found The Book of Life to be an excellent movie. This movie is an excellent choice for families. I would give the movie a nine out of ten. I believe that this movie earns this because of its story, ability to relate to characters, overall message, and influences from Mexican culture. These factors make it a great teaching moment for families with small children. They get to learn about other cultures while getting some amazing entertainment from relatable characters. The Book of Life is about three kids, Manolo, Joaquin, and Maria, who are the best of friends. These friends learn to overcome obstacles such as distance, and jealousy to keep their friendship alive, and healthy. In the beginning the three mischievously release pigs destroying parts of the town. At this point we find out that Marias dad is the mayor of the town. Maria gets sent away for many years, and both the boys end up falling in love with her. They overcome these things realizing that their friendship, and their connection to one another is more important than the love for Maria. The three ultimately defeat the villain, and save their town. They may relate to some of the characters opinions on how their children are acting. For instance, there are times when we see Manolo and Maria arguing with their parents, and not doing want they want them to. In these times we see their parents getting mad and raise their voices. Parents can relate to the feeling of children not wanting to follow their rules, or not doing what they ask of them. Children are able to relate to the main character, and they can feel like they are not the only ones that feel some way. As in their not the only children who don't always want to do what their parents want them to. The overall message in The Book of Life is to follow your heart. This message is good for all young and slightly less young. It is good for parents to hear that they can follow still follow their dream, and that their children can also follow their dreams. The main character did not want to follow the life that his father, and grandmother laid out for him. Instead he wanted to follow his heart by play an instrument. Some parents may see this as disobedience which may cause them to be upset, but I believe that the overall message is stronger that the fact that Manolo went against his father's wishes. As I've stated the movie depicts many Mexican cultural influences. The movie is set in Mexico showing many of the things that happen in the culture such as bull fighting, multiple generations living in the same home, and names of people. The movie also shows the strong sense of family. In Mexican cultures family is the most important thing. We can see this in the way that they have large families in the in the land of the remembered (part of the afterlife). The afterlife also incorporates pieces of Mexican culture such as sugar skulls and Mexican food items. The cultural influences are sprinkled into the entire move making it partially educational. If you're looking for a good movie for your family to watch over the weekend The Book of Life will entertain all family members no matter what the age. The movie is great for giving an insight to Mexican culture bringing families closer. Especially because it shows that family is the most important thing.

This is one of the greatest animated films I have ever seen and with 5 kids, I see a lot of them! Our whole family enjoys it - there's a little something for everyone. It's visually captivating and very funny. The music is another winning aspect. There are some old favorites, Mexican style, and some very touching love ballads as well. It's just an all around great story. Do yourself a favor and watch it!

This has a touch of Spanish culture to it . The wooden animation is so vivid that you will no longer call horrible acting as 'wooden' . There is a lot of content as well as laughs . You won't hate any character by the end . My personal favourite is candle man .Songs are worth listening again . Seems , there are no limits to animation . We have seen 2D tom and jerry ; clay animation like bob the builder , jojo's circus ; then blocks animation in lego 2014 ; now puppets hold sway . Animation medium is powerful in right hands backed by a story . it will touch your heart . roles of every character have been researched in detail . educational stuff in it too presented in an enjoyable way .