Full Coverage'This is just who I am': Pixar's new 'Elio' explores loneliness
By Brian Truitt
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Pixar's Elio is a new film about an orphaned kid who is beamed up to another universe.
The film explores themes of loneliness and belonging, and features voice actors Yonas Kibreab and Zoe Saldaña.
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✅ "One of Pixar's best" ✅ Certified Fresh ✅ Now playing only in theaters!
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#Elio is certified fresh and “Pixar’s best original since ‘Coco’” 🎉🎉
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DISNEY PIXAR'S 'ELIO' RELEASES IN INDIA TODAY... Kids are giving a big thumbs up to #DisneyPixar’s #Elio... With its imaginative storytelling and emotional depth, the film is striking a chord with audiences.
Actor #DiaMirza, who attended a special screening, described it as "a pic.x.com/ngQ4r16OCN
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It's been a busy day. I went to the movie theater to see Pixar's ELIO, a tender albeit predictable adventure that did hit me in the heart.
My review via @ebertvoices.
www.rogerebert.com/reviews/elio-disney-pixar-movie-review-2025
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