RATATOUILLE follows the culinary adventures of Remy (voiced by comedian Patton Oswalt), a unique rat who can't stomach eating garbage.
Thus, the empowering, crucial message of “Ratatouille” is that everyone is not an artist, but anyone could be an artist. In the end the message–“anyone” can cook does not mean everyone can cook but that great cooks can come from anywhere, is what also makes me love this movie. This movie pays great attention to details and captures the magic of Paris in a way few movies can. The sound and image are wonderful with sensory detail and brilliant animation, from the matted look of wet rat fur, in the beads of moisture on the surface of cut vegetables and the sauce-stained fabric of cooks’ aprons, and the animated look of cobblestone alleyways.Īnd as with any great movie, the soundtrack is magnificent and complements the feel of the film. They form an adorable team and as their relationship develops, it is hard not to say “Aww.” And Remy’s brother, Emile, is by far my favorite character: an overweight rat who just likes to eat. Remy, is an anthropomorphic rat whose great desire is to be a Parisian gourmet chef. Linguini is a clumsy underdog, overplayed to create sympathy. Or when Skinner, adding to the intentional humor of his character, tries to exasperatedly explain to his lawyer all the instances he saw a rat, yet his lawyer looks at him like he’s crazy. Like for example, when Remy first teaches Linguini how to cook in his apartment and the pan flies through the window. The childish hints of humor are intertwined throughout the movie, and even within the characters themselves. The movie is also pretty comedic and not in the laugh out loud sense, but the kind that makes you smile the entire time you’re watching. The romantic also adds narrative to the film. Both add negativity and depth to the film. And then of course, we have the “villains”: Anton Ego, the intimidating critique and Skinner, the head chef with no regard for Linguini. These plots intermingle to make a more interesting and well-thought out storyline. In “Ratatouille” we have the rebellion against a misunderstanding judgmental dad and the rising fame of a garbage boy and how he will uphold one of the best restaurants in Paris.
It really is creative and innovative: I mean what other movie has a rat as the main character. Pixar did a good job on this one and it’s easy to say that for me, it’s one of their best.įirst off, what I really enjoy about this movie is its original and entertaining storyline. Not only is it a great family movie but it perfectly encapsulates what I love about animated movies: talking animals. It won the Oscar for best animated feature and was nominated for original screen play, original score, sound editing and sound mixing. This movie is an all-time favorite! From the time it came out in 2007, (I was 9-the prime of my animated movie fascination), I have enjoyed watching this movie ever since.