# The Book of Life (2014)

> A spirited Mexican fantasy musical follows a young bullfighter through dazzling realms of the dead as he chooses his own destiny over family expectation.

Canonical page: https://ember.film/movie/130763

## Facts

- Runtime: 95 min
- Genres: Animation, Family, Fantasy
- Director: Jorge R. Gutierrez
- Cast: Diego Luna, Zoe Saldaña, Channing Tatum, Ron Perlman, Christina Applegate, Ice Cube, Kate del Castillo, Héctor Elizondo
- TMDB rating: 7.5/10
- IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt2262227/

## Ember's analysis

- Pacing: brisk
- Intensity: moderate
- Complexity: accessible
- Violence: mild
- Mood: whimsical, uplifting, colorful, family movie night, day of the dead celebration

## Synopsis

A vibrant celebration of life and love across fantastical realms awaits in this animated adventure.

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