Pixar’s latest animated feature, Elemental, has done something extraordinaryâitâs taken a genre that has traditionally been a box office underperformer and turned it into a massive hit.
After an impressive $740 million global take, the latest installment in the Elemental series has now crossed a huge milestone â it’s become the highest-grossing animated film in the US and Canada.
The movie has already bested the previous record hold, Zootopia, which had earned $733 million, and is already the fifth-biggest animated release ever worldwide.
The film’s success is a testament to what a truly great animated feature can achieve in the current market â simply put, it’s a triumph for Pixar, and a reminder that when done right, animated features can still be a box office juggernaut.
At a time when animated movies are often seen as a box office risk, and with the market expected to be flooded with sequels and remakes, Elemental’s achievement is even more noteworthy.
What makes the success of Elemental even more noteworthy is its stellar critical reception. The film has become one of the year’s highest-rated films, thanks to its warm characters, vibrant world, and heartwarming story. In a market increasingly dominated by mindless entertainment, Elemental stands out as a rare example of a story able to capture the hearts of millions of viewers.
As a result, Elemental has become a must-see for audiences, no matter what their age. From families to young viewers, there’s something for everyone in the film â and that’s a refreshing change from the usual offerings from Hollywood.
To sum up, Elemental has gone from cold to hot, crossing another box office milestone. Pixar’s latest feature has set the bar for future animated features, both in terms of box office success and critical acclaim. Now, it’s time for other films in the genre to follow suit â if they’re able to achieve the same level of success, we may just be looking at the start of a new golden age of animation cinema.
