Animated Films Are Not Just For Kids: 5 Films That Spoke Beyond Animation

By Afiur
January 01, 2026

Zootopia (2016)

In a perfectly cut black jacket, Aaman proves winter fashion doesn’t need drama.

What makes it impactful is how it cleverly critiques fear-driven politics and subtle bias.

Inside Out (2015)

At its core, the movie unpacks emotional turmoil that many adults silently navigate.

Viewers also witness a tender look at identity shifts and the ache of growing up.

Elio (2025)

By placing Elio in an alien setting, the story amplifies the feeling of being misunderstood.

It further highlights how self-worth evolves when someone is pushed into unexpected responsibility.

Soul (2020)

With an introspective tone, the film questions how ambition can overshadow everyday joy.

It also delivers the gentle truth that life’s value comes from quiet, ordinary moments.

Turning Red (2022)

Through humor and sincerity, the story exposes the pressure that comes from inherited expectations.

The movie also portrays the emotional upheaval of puberty in a way adults deeply relate to.

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