And behind the scenes, the assembled voice cast similarly shines.
There’s dazzling work on display in the inventively delineated lands of the Living and Dead, connected by a bridge constructed entirely out of thousands of those brilliant, shimmering marigold petals.
Miguel’s only hope of reversing the effect is to be blessed with a magical marigold petal by his great-great-grandmother, Mama Imelda (Alanna Noel Ubach), but she’ll only comply under the condition that he’ll forever renounce any and all musical aspirations.ĭisney Partnership Will Bring Behind-the-Scenes Content to Theaters Only trouble is, Miguel’s family has forbidden any form of music in their household for the past several generations - ever since his great-great-grandfather was said to have abandoned his loved ones in pursuit of his singing career.ĭespite the strong-armed disapproval of resident family enforcer Abuelita (Renee Victor), Miguel sets off to follow his muse, and, in the process, finds himself subject to an otherworldly occurrence that results in his only being visible to those who have crossed over from the Land of the Dead to take part in Dia de los Muertos celebrations.
Hollywood Film Awards to Honor 'Coco,' 'Mudbound'ĭespite the title, the lead character is, in fact, Miguel (terrifically voiced by young Anthony Gonzalez), a 12-year-old resident of the town of Santa Cecilia who dreams of becoming a famous musician just like his idol, the late, great Ernesto de la Cruz (played with pitch-perfect grandiosity by Benjamin Bratt).
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