Disney Pixar’s new movie “Soul” was released on Dec. 25. My sister begged me to watch it with her, but I was hesitant at first. I have never been a huge fan of Disney movies, especially animated. Now I can safely say that I am glad I watched it. “Soul” is an amazing movie and it is enjoyable for people of any age.

The movie is about Joe Gardner, a jazz pianist and jazz teacher who has a near death experience. While he is in the hospital, his soul is stuck in the afterlife where he spends his time regretting that he took his life for granted. Joe also experiences “the great before,” where he mentors an unborn soul named 22. The movie is about life and death, a weighty topic, but is done in a way that is not religious and with a light touch.

With the movie being animated with colorful and bright graphics, children with little patience or understanding of the plot will still be entertained. The animation and take on “the great before” and the “after” is very unique. It depicts unborn children as cute blobs and the counselors as unique outlined figures. The counselors call themselves “Jerry,” which I still don’t understand. 

If you watch the movie with younger children that pay attention, you may have some uncomfortable questions to answer. The movie is about death, after death, and the main character trying to escape death. Be prepared to answer some existential questions. The movie may cause any one, even adults, to think existentially. 

The movie is very entertaining and fascinating. The plot never gets boring, and it is very pleasing to look at. Teens and adults can watch this animated movie without feeling even a little silly. Disney did a great job at covering a sometimes scary topic in a way that tells everyone to appreciate their lives. I recommend this movie; you won’t regret watching it