ELEMENT

In a city where fire, water, land, and air residents live together, a fiery young woman and a go-with-the-flow guy discover how much they have in common. Ember Lumen, a fiery and passionate young woman, lives in Element City with her immigrant parents. When she unexpectedly meets Wade Ripple, a more laid-back water element, their budding friendship challenges her views about the city and her future.

Elemental received mixed to positive reviews from critics, with many praising its vibrant animation, emotional core, and the chemistry between the lead characters. However, some critics found the story to be somewhat predictable and derivative of other romantic comedies.

• Praised for its stunning visual design and imaginative world-building.

• The central romance between Ember and Wade is often highlighted as a charming and heartwarming element.

• Some viewers found the narrative to be a bit formulaic, drawing comparisons to classic romantic stories.

Google audience: Audiences generally loved the film's beautiful animation and heartfelt story, particularly appreciating the cross-element romance and themes of immigration and cultural identity. Many found it to be a visually spectacular and emotionally resonant experience, though a small portion felt the plot was predictable.

Nominated for Best Animated Feature at the 96th Academy Awards. Won Best Animated Feature at the Critics' Choice Movie Awards.

Director Peter Sohn was inspired to make the film by his own immigrant parents and his marriage to a woman from a different cultural background, wanting to tell a story about bridging differences.