Overview

• An 11-year-old misfit voiced by Yonas Kibreab is beamed to the Communiverse after aliens mistake him for Earth’s leader.
• Directed by Adrian Molina, Domee Shi and Madeline Sharafian, Elio features diverse voice talent including Zoe Saldaña and Brad Garrett.
• Critics praise the movie’s vibrant animation and inventive alien designs but find its narrative follows familiar Pixar beats.
• Reviewers note the story’s emphasis on loneliness, friendship and self-acceptance resonates more strongly with younger viewers.
• Rated PG for action and thematic elements, Elio opened in U.S. theaters June 20 as Pixar’s latest original feature.