Disney-Pixar's "Elemental" sees animated versions of the Earth's elements tell a beautiful story about immigration and interracial (interelemental?) romance. In the film, a fire girl named Ember is determined to succeed at running her first-generation father's store after he gave up everything to move to Element City to start his family. But when she crosses paths with a water person named Wade, their unexpected connection forces her to reevaluate everything she knows about love, family, and what she wants for her future. While the plot, at times, feels undercooked compared to Disney's other releases that touch on similar topics (no governmental conspiracies here like in "Zootopia"), it's emotional through line about following your heart packs a punch both children and adults will get choked up over. You might want to bring a few tissues along with you to this movie. — Noelle Devoe, senior editor, TV and movies
