# Life, Animated (2016)

> A deeply empathetic documentary follows Owen Suskind’s journey from autistic withdrawal toward communication and independence through the stories of Disney animation.

Canonical page: https://ember.film/movie/246663

## Facts

- Runtime: 91 min
- Genres: Documentary
- Director: Roger Ross Williams
- Cast: Owen Suskind, Ron Suskind, Jonathan Freeman, Gilbert Gottfried
- TMDB rating: 7.4/10
- IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt3917210/

## Ember's analysis

- Pacing: measured
- Intensity: moderate
- Complexity: accessible
- Violence: none
- Mood: heartwarming, empathetic, hopeful, inspirational viewing, family discussion

## Synopsis

A poignant journey of discovery through the lens of animated films and family love.

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