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Vivo

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From Netflix and Sony Pictures AnimaFrom Netflix and Sony Pictures Animation -- the studio that brought you Oscar winner Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse and this year's critically acclaimed blockbuster The Mitchells vs. The Machines -- comes Vivo, an animated musical adventure featuring all-new songs from Lin-Manuel Miranda, the Tony, Grammy, and Pulitzer Prize-winning creator of Hamilton and In the Heights. Vivo follows a one-of-kind kinkajou (aka a rainforest "honey bear," voiced by Miranda), who spends his days playing music to the crowds in a lively square with his beloved owner Andrés (Buena Vista Social Club's Juan de Marcos). Though they may not speak the same language, Vivo and Andrés are the perfect duo through their common love of music. But when tragedy strikes shortly after Andrés receives a letter from the famous Marta Sandoval (three-time Grammy-winning Latin pop legend Gloria Estefan), inviting her old partner to her farewell concert with the hope of reconnecting, it's up to Vivo to deliver a message that Andrés never could: A love letter to Marta, written long ago, in the form of a song. Yet in order to get to Marta, who lives a world apart, Vivo will need the help of Gabi (newcomer Ynairaly Simo) -- an energetic tween who bounces to the beat of her own offbeat drum to fulfill his owner's wishes.
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Vivo offers few surprises, but this attractively animated adventure is enlivened by the catchy songs contributed by star Lin-Manuel Miranda.

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Nicholas Barber BBC.com A warm, colourful, family-friendly tribute to all things Cuban directed by Kirk DeMicco. Aug 13, 2021 Full Review Mark Feeney Boston Globe Last year's biggest animated feature was Pixar's "Soul." The best thing about it was a rare feeling for music, an ability to express jazz visually and rhythmically. At times, "Vivo" does the same even better for Latin music. Rated: 2.5/4 Aug 12, 2021 Full Review Brad Newsome Sydney Morning Herald Vivo himself has charm and a delightfully kinetic scamper to go with themes of love and loss. Aug 11, 2021 Full Review Juanma Fernández París El Nuevo Día (Puerto Rico) ... The should of this movie is expressed through its compositions. [Full review in Spanish] Dec 6, 2023 Full Review Rebecca Johnson Film Focus Online A cute animal in the lead role is always entertaining, the animation is gorgeous and the story has a nice balance of fun and emotion. Rated: 3/5 Aug 6, 2023 Full Review Tyler Strandberg InSession Film Vivo is a fun little journey and a more light addition to Miranda’s library of work. It might be predictable or even forgettable, but it’s not a bad time either. Rated: C+ Jul 19, 2023 Full Review Read all reviews

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Emilija D Amazing movie and fantastic music selection. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 11/14/24 Full Review TROY S I like the animation and the songs. The mission that the characters have to do is heart warming. It's great to have Gloria Estefan singing in it too. and Lin-Manuel Miranda is SO GREAT as Singing And As VIVO Rated 5 out of 5 stars 10/18/24 Full Review Arrigo M i love it when the rating i give is the only thing i have to say💖 Rated 5 out of 5 stars 04/29/24 Full Review Tim M Vivo's pedestrian storytelling and animation show, but Lin-Manuel Miranda's unmistakable melodies keep it bouncing to the beat of its own drum. Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars 03/11/24 Full Review NotFunny B Music is great. It's sad but funny. I love the adventure and the meaningfulness of it all. The Miami song is what brought me to the movie and the movie was more than what I thought it would be. Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars 03/07/24 Full Review Alec C Prepare yourself for a musical that manages to sing its way into your heart! Vivo is a music-loving kinkajou who is trying to deliver a song for his former partner Andres, who had sadly passed away, with the help of his Andres's grand-daughter Gabi as they travel through the Florida everglades. Vibrant animation and infectious songs make this film a must watch for any music lover! Rated 5 out of 5 stars 03/07/24 Full Review Read all reviews
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Synopsis From Netflix and Sony Pictures AnimaFrom Netflix and Sony Pictures Animation -- the studio that brought you Oscar winner Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse and this year's critically acclaimed blockbuster The Mitchells vs. The Machines -- comes Vivo, an animated musical adventure featuring all-new songs from Lin-Manuel Miranda, the Tony, Grammy, and Pulitzer Prize-winning creator of Hamilton and In the Heights. Vivo follows a one-of-kind kinkajou (aka a rainforest "honey bear," voiced by Miranda), who spends his days playing music to the crowds in a lively square with his beloved owner Andrés (Buena Vista Social Club's Juan de Marcos). Though they may not speak the same language, Vivo and Andrés are the perfect duo through their common love of music. But when tragedy strikes shortly after Andrés receives a letter from the famous Marta Sandoval (three-time Grammy-winning Latin pop legend Gloria Estefan), inviting her old partner to her farewell concert with the hope of reconnecting, it's up to Vivo to deliver a message that Andrés never could: A love letter to Marta, written long ago, in the form of a song. Yet in order to get to Marta, who lives a world apart, Vivo will need the help of Gabi (newcomer Ynairaly Simo) -- an energetic tween who bounces to the beat of her own offbeat drum to fulfill his owner's wishes.
Director
Kirk DeMicco
Producer
Lisa Stewart, Michelle Wong, Rich Moore
Screenwriter
Kirk DeMicco, Quiara Alegría Hudes
Production Co
One Cool Film Production, Sony Pictures Animation, Columbia Pictures
Rating
PG (Some Thematic Elements|Mild Action)
Genre
Kids & Family, Musical, Comedy, Animation
Original Language
English
Release Date (Streaming)
Aug 6, 2021
Runtime
1h 38m
Sound Mix
Dolby Digital
Aspect Ratio
Scope (2.35:1)
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