“Coco” is a 2017 animated film produced by Pixar Animation Studios and released by Walt Disney Pictures. The film was directed by Lee Unkrich and co-directed by Adrian Molina. It is known as “Coco” but its full title is “Disney-Pixar’s Coco.”
Film Story
The story revolves around Miguel Rivera, a young boy who dreams of becoming a musician, but his family has a generations-old ban on music. On the Mexican holiday of Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead), Miguel accidentally finds himself in the Land of the Dead. There, he meets his deceased family members and embarks on a journey to discover the truth about his family’s past and to follow his passion for music
Academy Award
The film received widespread critical acclaim for its touching story, vibrant animation, and cultural representation of Mexican traditions, especially the celebration of Día de los Muertos. “Coco” also won the Academy Award for Best Animated Feature at the 90th Academy Awards.

Here are the full details of the 2017 film “Coco”:
Title: Coco (Disney-Pixar’s Coco)
Release Date: November 22, 2017 (United States)
Director: Lee Unkrich
Co-Director: Adrian Molina
Producer: Darla K. Anderson
Production Company: Pixar Animation Studios
Distributor: Walt Disney Pictures
Language: English (with Spanish elements)
Runtime: Approximately 105 minutes
Genre: Animation, Adventure, Family, Fantasy, Music
Plot Summary:
“Coco” tells the heartwarming story of Miguel Rivera, a 12-year-old Mexican boy living in the fictional town of Santa Cecilia. Miguel dreams of becoming a musician like his idol, the legendary late singer and actor Ernesto de la Cruz. However, there is one major problem in his pursuit of music—his family has strictly prohibited it for generations due to an incident involving his great-great-grandmother, Imelda, and her musician husband who abandoned the family.
Voice Cast:
- 1.Anthony Gonzalez as Miguel Rivera
- 2.Gael García Bernal as Héctor
- 3.Benjamin Bratt as Ernesto de la Cruz
- 4.Alanna Ubach as Mama Imelda
- 5.Renée Victor as Abuelita (Elena Rivera)
- 6.Ana Ofelia Murguía as Mama Coco
- 7.Edward James Olmos as Chicharrón
- 8.Jaime Camil as Papá Enrique Rivera
- 9.Alfonso Arau as Papá Julio Rivera
- 10.Selene Luna as Tía Rosita Rivera
Awards and Recognition:
“Coco” received numerous accolades and awards, including:
*Academy Award for Best Animated Feature
*Academy Award for Best Original Song (“Remember Me”)
*Golden Globe Award for Best Animated Feature Film
*BAFTA Award for Best Animated Film
*Critics’ Choice Movie Award for Best Animated Feature
*Annie Award for Best Animated Feature
“Coco” is celebrated for its beautifully animated visuals, touching storytelling, cultural sensitivity, and its respectful representation of Mexican traditions, particularly the Día de los Muertos celebration. The film’s emotional resonance has made it a beloved classic among audiences of all ages.