A new Pixar film follows the exploits of two brothers who are diametrically opposed to one another: Ian and Barley. The story revolves around their adventures. The two of them have lived with their mother since their father passed away shortly before the birth of their younger brother Ian. When Ian reaches the age of sixteen, he is given the opportunity to relive his father’s childhood memories. It fails, and only Dad’s legs are able to get to him in time to save the day. Consequently, the brothers must embark on a difficult journey in order to meet their father for the first and last time before their father passes away.

When compared to the original, it appears to be a slightly half-baked version of Pixar – or even a mediocre DreamWorks film in comparison to the original. To be clear, when ‘Forward’ hits the ground, it does so with considerable force. When compared to Pixar classics such as ‘Up’ and ‘Wall-E,’ the new family film is most effective in the film’s final act. As a whole, it’s an unmistakable first-rate animated film that will leave you with a broken heart, no matter how you slice it.

Ian (voiced by Tom Holland) and Barley (voiced by Chris Pratt) are two elf brothers who are reunited with their long-deceased father for one day in Onward, an animated fantasy adventure produced by Pixar. This is something that parents should be aware of. However, when only his lower half is restored, the brothers are forced to embark on an exhilarating quest to complete the spell that brought him back from the brink of death. When they are exposed to peril and danger, come face to face with fire-breathing creatures, and find themselves in high-pressure situations, they are called to action (like a car chase with angry pixies). Even though the climactic fight scene involves a great deal of destruction and sacrifice, it is somewhat mitigated by the emotional nature of the brothers’ desperation to spend quality time with their father throughout the course of the movie. However, while the plot revolves around a deceased father (and his half-body when it reappears), the film is ultimately more bittersweet than painfully sad, which may cause some young viewers to be disturbed. Aside from occasional insults (“weirdo”) and words such as “dang” and “what the f…,” the language is generally considered mild (cut off). An additional character refers to her girlfriend, and two adult characters are involved in a romantic relationship with one another as well. It is certain that families who watch the film will take away valuable lessons about working together, getting along with siblings, and acting selflessly and courageously in difficult situations.