Coco

Coco

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A Pixar animated film that follows Miguel Rivera, a young boy who dreams of becoming a musician despite his family's ban on music. During the Day of the Dead, Miguel finds himself in the Land of the Dead where he must find his great-great-grandfather to return to the living world.

Category
Movie
Release Year
2017
Origin
USA
Tags
Animation
Family
Music
Mexican Culture
Day of the Dead
Adventure
Coming of Age

Detailed Overview Information

Basic Information

Full Name
Coco
Aliases
Not specified
Type
Animated Film
Release Year
2017
Status
Released
Origin
United States
Region
Not specified

Creation Information

Creator
Lee Unkrich, Adrian Molina
Publisher
Walt Disney Pictures
Original Work
Animated Film
Genre
Animation, Family, Music, Mexican Culture, Day of the Dead, Adventure, Coming of Age

Content Information

Synopsis
A Pixar animated film that follows Miguel Rivera, a young boy who dreams of becoming a musician despite his family's ban on music. During the Day of the Dead, Miguel finds himself in the Land of the Dead where he must find his great-great-grandfather to return to the living world.
Main Characters
Not specified
Setting
Not specified
Themes
Animation, Family, Music, Mexican Culture, Day of the Dead, Adventure, Coming of Age
Target Audience
Not specified

Characters

Miguel Rivera
Male12

A 12-year-old boy with a passion for music who embarks on a journey to the Land of the Dead to uncover his family's hist...

Abilities: Guitar playing, Singing, Determination...
Quotes:
"Music is not just in me... it IS me!"
"I want to be a musician!"
"Family comes first, but music... music is in my heart."
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Héctor Rivera
MaleDeceased (appears 30s)

A charming trickster in the Land of the Dead who becomes Miguel's guide and reveals important family secrets.

Abilities: Musical talent, Storytelling, Trickery...
Quotes:
"Remember me, though I have to say goodbye."
"I just wanted to go home."
"Music was my life, but my family was my heart."
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Ernesto de la Cruz
MaleDeceased (appears 40s)

A famous deceased musician whom Miguel initially believes to be his great-great-grandfather.

Abilities: Musical performance, Charisma, Manipulation...
Quotes:
"Seize your moment!"
"I have to sing, I have to play!"
"The world is my family."
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Mama Coco (Socorro Rivera)
Female99

Miguel's great-grandmother, whose memories hold the key to the family's past and Héctor's fate.

Abilities: Memory keeping, Family wisdom, Emotional strength...
Quotes:
"Papá... Papá, is that you?"
"I kept his letters."
"He used to sing me songs."
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Mama Imelda Rivera
FemaleDeceased (appears 40s)

Miguel's great-great-grandmother and the matriarch of the Rivera family in the Land of the Dead.

Abilities: Leadership, Alebrije summoning, Family protection...
Quotes:
"Family comes first!"
"No music!"
"I give you my blessing to go home."
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Abuelita Elena Rivera
Female70s

Miguel's strict grandmother who enforces the family's ban on music to protect the family tradition.

Abilities: Family discipline, Tradition keeping, Protective instincts...
Quotes:
"No music!"
"Ay, Dios mío!"
"Family is everything."
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Dante
MaleUnknown

Miguel's loyal Xolo dog who guides him in the Land of the Dead and later transforms into an alebrije.

Abilities: Loyal companion, Alebrije guidance, Comic relief
Quotes:
"Woof!"
"*enthusiastic panting*"
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Pepita
FemaleUnknown

Mama Imelda’s fierce alebrije spirit guide, a massive winged feline that protects the Rivera family.

Abilities: Flight, Protection, Tracking
Quotes:
"(roar)"
"*mighty roar*"
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Media Forms

Films
films:Coco (2017)
runtime:105 minutes
box Office:$807.8 million worldwide
awards:2 Academy Awards (Best Animated Feature, Best Original Song)
status:Released
Merchandise
toys:Character figures, plushies, and playsets
clothing:Themed apparel and costumes
collectibles:Guitar replicas, alebrije figurines, art books
Music
soundtrack:Coco (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack)
songs:Remember Me,Un Poco Loco,The World Es Mi Familia
composer:Michael Giacchino

Commercial Information

Box Office
$807.8 million worldwide
Marketing Campaign
Global campaign emphasizing cultural authenticity and family themes
Merchandise Revenue
Extensive toy line, clothing, and cultural items
Licensing Deals
Disney Consumer Products licensing

Fan Culture

Fandom
Coco fandom
Community Size
5M+ global fans
Fan Art
Vibrant fan art community celebrating Mexican culture
Fan Fiction
Stories exploring character backgrounds and cultural themes
Cosplay
Popular Day of the Dead and character cosplay
Memes
Cultural appreciation memes and emotional moments
Conventions
Strong presence at Disney and animation conventions

Historical Development

Development
Six years of development with extensive cultural research
Production
Collaboration with Mexican cultural consultants and Latino voice actors
Release
Released November 22, 2017, to critical and commercial success
Reception
Praised for cultural authenticity and emotional storytelling
Legacy
Increased global appreciation for Mexican culture and Day of the Dead
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