Encanto

Encanto

The tale of an extraordinary family, the Madrigals, who live hidden in the mountains of Colombia, in a magical house, in a vibrant town, in a wondrous, charmed place called an Encanto. The magic of the Encanto has blessed every child in the family—every child except one, Mirabel. But when she discovers that the magic surrounding the Encanto is in danger, Mirabel decides that she, the only ordinary Madrigal, might just be her exceptional family's last hope.

  • Released: 2021-11-24
  • Runtime: 102 minutes
  • Genre: Adventure, Family, Music
  • Stars: Stephanie Beatriz, María Cecilia Botero, Wilmer Valderrama, Adassa, Diane Guerrero, Mauro Castillo, Angie Cepeda, Jessica Darrow, Rhenzy Feliz, Carolina Gaitán, Ravi Cabot-Conyers, John Leguizamo, Maluma, Alan Tudyk, Olga Merediz, Rose Portillo, Juan Castano, Sarah-Nicole Robles, Hector Elias
  • Director: Byron Howard, Jared Bush, Charise Castro Smith
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  • toomanykidschannels - 17 April 2024
    25 people found this helpful.
    In 2021, that entire year I was waiting to see this cute animated Disney film. First of all, I love how Disney is still bringing wonders and magic to these new stories. I was waiting waiting to watch this film. Encanto was the best Disney film in 2021 and also Raya and the last dragon, Luca were also the best films of Disney in 2021, of course.

    I think this film brought a lot of magic, love, courage and miracles. It was colourful, exciting, musical obviously and so beautiful. All of the characters are my favourite in this film. The voices of the characters were amazing and phenomenal!!!

    Encanto means enchanted, magic, charm, etc. This story was only about a family, who each have their own magical gifts which gave them a miracle in a magical Encanto house called Casita. Only one family member does not have a miracle and was different, her name is Mirabel Madrigal (Stephanie Beatriz). Basically, the candle glows and lights brightly which means why it gave them a miracle to protect the family and the community. Mirabel had to save the miracle, because it was dying. She had to protect her family and the community.

    Mirabel Madrigal is my favourite character and the rest of characters are always be my favourite. I also love to add Mirabel, Isabela, Luisa and Dolores Madrigal to my collection of my favourite Disney Princesses, because they look like princesses. Camilo and Antonio Madrigal will be my collection of my favourite Disney Princes. Pepa, Felix, Julieta, Agustin Madrigal will be kings and queens. Abuela will be also a queen, who holds the candle. The musics were so great, calming, beautiful and phenomenal.

    I think this film is a very good example to show what is family and friends all about. It is so important of how this film brought and to live in a dream world. It meant everything to me, my friends and family. It's feels like a reality, like for me I have the same feelings like Mirabel, who wants to be with family and friends. The reason why I saying is because we want to spend a good time with them and that is the key to unlock the magical door just like in the movie that leads to your loved ones. You are not alone, you are with your wonderful family and friends.

    This film was a 10000/10 for me!!! Thank you to Disney, the director, producers, music producers, art designers and the cast for everything. I watched this film so many times and I love it so much💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕 ❤❤❤🔥🔥😭😭😭💛

    To my friends and family ❤❤❤❤

    This is worth to watch ❤💛💜💕💚💙🖤💜
  • gruffaloslayer - 28 December 2023
    The Last ever rant of Encanto and I'm done
    The story is a ripoff to The Loud House Movie, Turbo, Ratatouille, and Kung Fu Panda. And is more inconsistent than Foodfight! The animation is even worse than Foodfight! By the horrendous character design and hellish scenery beyond negative expectations, and the boring and simplistic movements trying to use squash and stretch in the worst way possible. And the effects sound like they were Dolby Digital Stereo which sucks and the characters are all nightmarish and creepy beyond belief and filled with only simple infant humor that only babies understand. And even taking your glasses off for the animation and walking 20 feet away doesn't help.
  • washablesheep - 13 November 2023
    Mostly OK
    OK Story. Nothing amazing. Mostly decent and likeable characters, but not much depth. While nothing really wowed me what was good there is totally ruined by terrible modern pop music. I know plenty of people are a fan but it's not the standard universal ageless quality music we expect from Disney. Which sadly seems to becoming a trend (limiting it's audience) and I really hope will stop soon. While it's popular now I don't see it standing the test of time. (Like all those corney 80/90s films that burst into rap randomly) Hope to see Disney continuing to be more diverse with it's subject matter and characters. Maybe it'll go all in next time...and produce something up to the standard it's known for.
  • pteresita - 4 December 2022
    An Actually Good Hispanic Story
    Coming from a family of Cuban immigrants this story really hit home for me. I'm sure anyone with immigrant grandparents (particularly those who fled from their country) can relate to their grandparents having insecurities about their new country and assimilation. The song "Dos Orgullitas" does that seem more justice than I think anyone ever has, and it makes me cry every time I listen to it. While I will admit the movie has some passing issues, I really do believe it would be a 10/10 for me, if only it has ended a couple seconds prior so as to not complete undo some of the catharsis (iykyk). But even with that I still think its a great movie that does so many things right.
  • sarahthegecko - 26 September 2022
    Vibrant anf fun with good overarching messages, but a little rushed towards the end
    Extraordinary abilities are part and parcel of the amazing Madrigal family, but one of their own members is quite ordinary-Mirabel. Amid her family marked with blessings, young Mirabel believes she has no defining trait. She's a bit of an outlier who is desperate to feel a sense of belonging in her superpowered family. It seems like everyone is special, and she's just...not. However, not all is as perfect as it seems in the casa Madrigal. Behind the shining façade, this family is starting to come apart. Their house is cracking, and the future isn't looking good. As the sole person in her family who is "un-gifted", Mirabel has unique insight into the Madrigal legacy. Can she help restore life to her home and family?

    At the start of the story, the pressure to "make the family proud", in the words of Abuela, is a throbbing pulse within the household, to the point that several members of the family are overworking themselves and even being ostracized for not using their gifts "correctly". The song "Surface Pressure" highlights one of the sister's struggles to juggle more than her share of the work: "Give it to your sister, your sister's stronger / See if she can hang on a little longer / Who am I if I can't carry it all?" I myself have struggled with finding my identity completely in my talents or strengths, so I found the honest portrayal of this outlook very relatable. There is a lot of pressure in social circles, online, and in the media to discover your talent and utilize it as effectively and quickly as possible, even if that means experiencing incredible stress in the process. It's good to find joy or satisfaction in your skills, but basing your self-worth completely in your abilities or forcing yourself to unattainable perfection is not a healthy perspective. Eventually, after noticing the widespread tension to perform, Mirabel encourages her family to realize that each of them is "more than just their gift." Each person's inherent dignity is not found in what they can do, but who they are. As human beings, we are not made to achieve constant productivity or complete perfection, but we are made to love. Encanto displays and celebrates this truth well.

    Additionally, I found Encanto's final representation of generational appreciation very compelling and inspirational. At first glance, it seems that Abuela Madrigal is more concerned with protecting her home than truly listening to and caring for the needs of her family. Later, however, we learn that she suffered much in her younger years, and that the great miracle, from whence the family gifts came, is a result of that suffering. I really enjoyed this willingness to learn and listen to both generations: Mirabel helps her abuela see that she has forgotten the true mission of their family: to care for and bless others as they have been blessed. Abuela, in turn, helps Mirabel to see that that you must go through pain to experience true joy. People of all ages and stages should be aware of the attitude with which they approach other generations and be willing to learn from each other.

    Described in a word, Encanto is vibrant. The lush, animated landscapes and bright colors, the representation of Hispanic culture, and the merry music are all fantastic, making this film fun and engaging. However, for all its excellence in the areas of music, culture, and animation, parts of the story felt a bit rushed. Particularly in the last half of the film, it seemed like all the familial conflicts which had been carefully developed in the first half of the story were quickly and neatly solved, almost unrealistically. While I think it's wonderful thing that the Madrigals were able to "forgive and forget" so quickly in the final resolution, I think adding even 30 minutes of run-time would've given more opportunity for resolving the clan's conflicts and the space for a more balanced, realistic ending for this magical family.
  • danbull-20427 - 21 August 2022
    Disney at its best
    Wonderful story told in an original and imaginative way. Fun characters you instantly love. Perfect mix of comedy and drama. Songs that are enjoyable rather than dragging on and leaving you just waiting for them to finish so the story can continue.

    Disney at its best.