"Elio is Pixar’s latest cosmic triumph - a whimsical, emotionally resonant adventure that soars across the stars while staying grounded in the universal longing to belong. Directed by Domee Shi and Madeline Sharafian, the film follows 11 year-old Elio Solis (voiced by Yonas Kibreab, Obi-Wan Kenobi) - a lonely, imaginative boy who’s accidentally beamed into the Communiverse, a galactic council of alien civilizations. Mistaken for Earth’s ambassador, Elio must navigate bizarre trials, forge interstellar friendships, and discover his own voice in a universe that doesn’t quite understand him.
The story is a vibrant blend of sci-fi spectacle and heartfelt coming-of-age, with themes of identity, grief, and connection woven into every frame. Elio’s journey from isolation to self-acceptance is both hilarious and deeply moving, echoing Pixar’s finest emotional storytelling. Zoe Saldaña (Avatar, Guardians of the Galaxy) brings warmth and complexity to Aunt Olga, Elio’s overworked guardian, while Brad Garrett (Ratatouille, Everybody Loves Raymond) is delightfully menacing as Lord Grigon, a villain with unexpected depth. With dazzling visuals, a quirky alien menagerie, and a message that celebrates the weirdness in all of us, Elio is a radiant reminder that sometimes, the best way to find your place in the world… is to leave it".
