Inside-Out
Inside-Out

Movie spotlight

Inside-Out

1999
Movie
7 min
English

Girl cleaning windows of an Oxford St store catches the eye of a guy in the street who larks about much to her amusement.

Insights

IMDb8.1/10
Rotten Tomatoes98%
Metacritic94/100
Google Users94%
Director: Pete DocterGenres: Animation, Adventure, Comedy, Drama, Family

Plot Summary

When 11-year-old Riley's family moves to a new city, her emotions—Joy, Sadness, Anger, Fear, and Disgust—clash and get into a heated debate about how she should be feeling. Joy tries to keep Riley happy, but the struggle leads to turmoil when Sadness accidentally ventures into the parts of Riley's mind that control her personality and memories. This forces Joy and Sadness on an epic journey through Riley's mind to restore balance.

Critical Reception

Inside Out was a massive critical and commercial success, lauded for its originality, emotional depth, and brilliant exploration of complex human emotions. Critics praised its innovative storytelling, stunning animation, and heartwarming performances, making it a standout film for both children and adults.

What Reviewers Say

  • A profoundly original and moving exploration of the human mind and emotions.

  • Visually stunning and intellectually stimulating for all ages.

  • A perfect blend of humor, heart, and insightful commentary on growing up.

Google audience: Google users overwhelmingly loved Inside Out, praising its creative concept, emotional resonance, and ability to tackle complex psychological themes in an accessible and entertaining way. Many found it relatable and touching, appreciating its positive messages about understanding and processing emotions.

Awards & Accolades

Won the Academy Award for Best Animated Feature, nominated for Best Original Screenplay. Won the Golden Globe Award for Best Animated Feature Film.

Fun Fact

The concept for 'Inside Out' was inspired by director Pete Docter's own observations of his daughter's changing moods as she grew up.

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