“Big Hero 6” is the latest Disney animation studios release to hit theaters (who needs PIXAR?) and much like their past four offerings. The studio takes a basic premise, the same formulaic fluff and turns the move into an above average animated feast that is touching and often sentimental. Parents of the like need to get used to hearing the name “Baymax” around the house. Because, much like Ralph or Olaf, he is extremely loveable in every sense of the word. A robust, oversized marshmallow canopus that easily makes “Big Hero 6” a must see.

Set in a futuristic, Asian backdrop called San Fransokoyo. We meet Hiro (voiced by Ryan Potter) a smarter-than-most, angsty teen with creative juices the flow concurrently. Graduating from high school at age 13, and with the aid of his cool big bro (who Hiro thinks the world of) Tadashi (Daniel Henry) will slide into college (hopefully). Of course, in sporting Disney fashion, grieve and despair ensure…leaving Hiro alone in the world. The only salvation is that of a walking and talking giant inflatable balloon bot, named Baymax (voiced to perfection by Scott Adsit) something Tadashi has been crafting for sometime now. Baymax is the gentlest and most caring being on the planet. Technologically inclined to help others in need. However, to stop the wrong doers and declare justice, Hiro will enlist Baymax to help and teach him some high-flying kung-fu moves in the process.

It won’t take a scientist to understand the direction we are headed. Credit goes to the directing duo of Don Hall and Chris Williams for taking familiar ground and putting some emotional integrity into the piece. The message is subtle, and will further teach children how to balance in life. “Big Hero 6” serves as one part superhero flick, one part adversive. I enjoyed the film immensely, I just wouldn’t rank the flick above some of the other animated films we have seen this year (“LEGO Movie” or “How To Train Your Dragon 2”) And if not for Baymax, there wouldn’t be much to talk about.

B+

By: Nate Adams

Directed By: Don Hall & Chris Williams

Rated: PG
Runtime: 105 mins
Studio: Disney
Release Date: November 7th 2014

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