I had higher hopes for this movie, to be straightforward. The story focuses on "Merida," a princess who’s more like a tomboy, and her mother, “Elinor,” who is trying to mold her into a proper lady. "Fergus," her father, is a little rougher around the edges, but generally the family – plus the two younger twin boys – gets along fine. That changes when the king and queen declare it’s time for their daughter to get enga…

This is a genuinely charming animated movie coming from Disney. *Brave* works really well. The Scottish setting contributes significantly to its appeal, but the film also boasts a worthwhile message and impressive animation—just some of what makes it so good. The acting, characters, and musical score are all strong points as well. While the story itself isn’t groundbreaking, watching it play out is quite pleasant.…

The movie proved to be a fairly respectable effort overall. It’s possible that Pixar's deserved success ended up being a hindrance here, because while Brave was enjoyable, it didn't quite reach the level of films like Toy Story, Up, or Monsters Inc.. This film lands more in the category of "entertaining, acceptable, and cute" rather than among some of the studio’s best achievements. Brave tries to move away from t…

I found Brave to be a pleasant film, though it did have some shortcomings. Initially, I didn’t get the sense that there was much substance to the narrative. While I appreciated its entertainment value and positive messages about family, I never really felt connected to the central characters. Events simply unfolded without a strong emotional pull. Also, and this is not entirely the film's responsibility—it may …