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Luca movie review: Pixar latest is one of the year’s best films

By Ricky Valero

Disney and Pixar’s “Luca” is a coming-of-age story about a boy sharing summer adventures with a newfound best friend. But their fun is threatened by a secret: they are sea monsters from another world just below the water’s surface. Directed by Enrico Casarosa (“La Luna”) and produced by Andrea Warren (“Lava,” “Cars 3”), “Luca” opens in U.S. theaters June 18, 2021. © 2021 Disney/Pixar. All Rights Reserved.
Disney and Pixar’s “Luca” is a coming-of-age story about a boy sharing summer adventures with a newfound best friend. But their fun is threatened by a secret: they are sea monsters from another world just below the water’s surface. Directed by Enrico Casarosa (“La Luna”) and produced by Andrea Warren (“Lava,” “Cars 3”), “Luca” opens in U.S. theaters June 18, 2021. © 2021 Disney/Pixar. All Rights Reserved. /
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We all understand what it’s like to be a rebel as a kid, and Luca is just that. He doesn’t like to fit into the typical mold, gets into things he shouldn’t, and if someone tells him to veer right, he will for sure go left. Throughout the early stages of the movie, we begin to see the consequences of these actions. But, of course, his friend Alberto doesn’t help the case as he is that little bit older friend that always gets us in trouble.

Clearly, Pixar doesn’t have any issues bringing us the most beautiful color palette with its history. Luca is no different, the cinematography is breathtaking, and during some scenes, you are left in awe of how realistic and beautiful it is. David Juan Bianchi and Kim White do a great job of bringing this world to life in a way that reels you in and makes you want to be inside it with these characters.

Luca decides instead of facing the consequences; he is going to go on the run with Alberto. At this point, they meet Daniela, who is helping them stay in a hidden spot, but they have to compete in Portorosso Cup. The competition is fierce as multi-time champion/bully Ercole attempts to make it six in a row.

Pixar is constantly challenging the idea of who and what we are as human beings. The first time we see Luca show Alberto and Guilia his true colors is when the film turns into something more meaningful. On the surface, Luca (and his family) can convert themselves to humans, although they are sea monsters. Jesse Andrews (writer) highlights the idea of loving ourselves inside and out and showcasing it in a way that goes deep into the minds of children is beautiful.

The Verdict on Luca: B+

I was blown away to find out this was Enrico Casarosa’s first time in the director’s chair. He had worked on previous Pixar films, but this was his first full feature outside of a short film in 2011. He takes Jesse Andrew’s script and brings it to life with heart, passion, and a lesson that can be learned by us all.

As we reach the finish line, they tied together all the stories and left you in a puddle of tears. I am in awe of the storytelling, acting, and remarkable cinematography as Pixar has done it again.

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Luca drops on Disney+ on Friday.

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