Wish
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Wish is an animated musical fantasy film from Walt Disney Animation Studios, celebrating 100 years of Disney storytelling. The movie follows Asha, a sharp-witted idealist living in the magical kingdom of Rosas, where King Magnifico collects and safeguards the wishes of his subjects, granting only a select few. When Asha discovers the King's true intentions to hoard these wishes, she makes a desperate plea to the stars and is answered by a cosmic force, a literal wishing star named Star. Together with Star and her talking goat Valentino, Asha embarks on a quest to free the wishes and inspire her community to pursue their own dreams. The film is generally aimed at a family audience, rated PG for thematic elements and mild action. It features vibrant animation, original songs, and numerous Easter eggs referencing past Disney films. While offering positive messages about courage, hope, and determination, the movie contains elements of magic, a villain who becomes increasingly dark and menacing, and themes of rebellion against an oppressive ruler. Parents should be aware of these elements, as well as some discussions regarding the film's worldview and subtle hints at LGBTQ+ themes.
Things to Consider
Witchcraft & Occult
Magic is a central element of the story, depicted through King Magnifico's sorcery, Asha's connection to a wishing star, and the use of a forbidden spellbook. Magnifico's magic becomes increasingly dark and sinister, involving visible incantations and transformations.
King Magnifico's library is filled with magical books, including one containing 'dark, forbidden magic' that he uses to gain power and control over wishes. This spellbook is depicted as a sinful temptation with grave consequences. Asha herself 'calls down a wishing star' by singing to the starry sky, which shakes the magical kingdom and grants supernatural abilities to animals.
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Best For Ages
Wish is generally suitable for children aged 6 and up, with parental guidance recommended for younger viewers (5-8 years old) due to some scary imagery, intense magical conflicts, and thematic elements involving a tyrannical villain. Children under 5 may find King Magnifico's transformed appearance and darker magical actions too frightening. Older children and pre-teens should be able to navigate the themes of rebellion and self-empowerment with minimal issues, though the film's secular leanings and subtle LGBTQ+ references might warrant discussion for Christian families.
Good to Know
The animation style of 'Wish' is a blend of 3D CGI with a traditional 2D watercolor aesthetic, which may be a point of interest for parents familiar with Disney's animation history. The film also features numerous 'Easter eggs' and nods to classic Disney movies, which can be enjoyable for older viewers and fans of the studio.
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