DVD/Streaming Reviews

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Marcel the Shell with Shoes On Directed by Dean Fleischer Camp A heartwarming, hilarious, poignant, and life-affirming story about a mystical shell. Enthusiasm
Encanto Directed by Jared Brush, Byron Howard An exuberant celebration of community and the myriad ways we can co-create home. You
Soul Directed by Pete Docter, Kemp Powers An animated masterpiece about a soul's adventure that will get you thinking and talking about life and the afterlife, your passions and purpose, and the spark that sets it all going. You
Here We Are: Notes for Living on Planet Earth Directed by Philip Hunt A wonder-filled animated film about the enchantments of the natural world seen through the eyes of a young boy. Wonder
Another Day of Life Directed by Raúl de la Fuente, Damian Nenow An animated documentary presenting a journalist's poignant perspectives on the horrors of war. Shadow
Abominable Directed by Jill Coulter, Todd Wilderman A magical animated film about the power of friendship and music. Reverence
Steven Universe: The Movie Directed by Rebecca Sugar A delightful and moving animated fable about change and community. You
Toy Story 4 Directed by Josh Cooley The latest adventure from a franchise that encourages us to find and express our purpose in life. Play
Dilili In Paris Directed by Michel Ocelot A French animated film about justice for women. Kindness
How to Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World Directed by Dean Deblois A beautiful animated feature celebrating supportive friendships between humans and animals. Love
Mirai Directed by Mamoru Hosoda An entertaining animated film about a young boy adjusting to a new baby with the help of his ancestors. Love
Liyana Directed by Aaron Kopp, Amanda Kopp A documentary on the storytelling process combined with a incredibly moving animated tale of an empowered African girl. Questing
Isle of Dogs Directed by Wes Anderson An imaginative tribute to dogs with some social commentary on the side. Questing
In This Corner of the World Directed by Sunao Katabuchi A Japanese anime film about a young woman's daily life in a town near Hiroshima during World War II. Peace
Paddington 2 Directed by Paul King A sweet family film about a talking bear whose spiritual practice of kindness is what we need so desperately in our times. Kindness
Big Fish & Begonia Directed by Xuan Liang, Chun Zhang A creative Chinese animated film that marvels at mysterious connections. X-The Mystery
The Breadwinner Directed by Nora Twomey An animated feature about a young girl who defies the Taliban in Afghanistan through her courage and storytelling. Compassion
Coco Directed by Lee Unkrich, Adrian Molina A wonderful animated feature set around the Day of the Dead in Mexico. Questing
Loving Vincent Directed by Dorota Kobiela, Hugh Welchman A creative animated feature exploring the mysterious death of Vincent Van Gogh. Questing
The Red Turtle Directed by Michael Dudok de Wit A magical and mystical animated film about an island, a castaway, a shapeshifting being, and dreams. X-The Mystery
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