Warning: minor spoilers ahead
Movie sequels frequently fail in comparison to their preceding feature presentations, but Disney-Pixar films live up to high standards. "Finding Dory," the highly anticipated sequel to "Finding Nemo" has become a cherished movie, as evidenced by its 95 percent rating on Rotten Tomatoes and place as the biggest domestic hit of 2016.
I did not originally expect much from the movie since sequels generally flop. However, I left the theater very pleased and satisfied with the price I paid for a movie ticket. The film had a couple super silly moments, such as the ending, but they did not detract from its overall excellence. Disney-Pixar wrote the story very well and developed both major and minor characters well. The story overall is very touching for both adults and children, so much that it left a lasting imprint on my heart and on other viewers in the theater.
"Finding Dory" tells the story of how Dory became separated from her parents as a young fish, demonstrates how she ended up finding Marlin and Nemo along the way. The movie then continues where "Finding Nemo" leaves off as she remembers what she constantly looked for in the first film that she could not remember despite tremendous efforts — her parents. Dory recalls tidbits of information about her parents and hastily sets off on an adventure to California, only to face an unexpected surprise.
Marlin, as well as other characters Dory meets along her journey, continually remind the blue tang fish about her short term memory loss and cause Dory to develop personal discouragement. Despite the obstacles she faces, Dory eventually overcomes this weakness and recalls important information using her own unconventional tactics. She also overcomes fears and accomplishes things other aquatic animals told her she could not.
Hank, a squid who offers to help Dory find her parents, and Marlin both realize later down the road that logical plans are not always the best resource in certain scenarios and that Dory's ability to think outside the box can actually come in handy. She additionally seeks her parents using creative methods, such as riding in a baby stroller and communicating with her whale pipe-pal, Destiny.
"Finding Dory" conveys how each person has their own unique abilities and additionally exhibits how individuals can excel using their special abilities. I personally can relate to Dory's struggle to prove self-worth. I have struggled in math classes throughout my life because I think very abstractly instead of logically. However, I realized my abstract thinking comes in handy in the artistic realm, such as when I take photos, paint, or write songs. In addition, people in my introduction to ethics class I took last semester often told me I provided unique insights during class discussions.
Dory reminds us how each person can contribute something great to our world today using their personal talents. Additionally, the movie emphasizes how we should celebrate those differences instead of fixating on others' flaws. Viewers all around the world will never forget the silly little blue fish and the important lessons she taught them. I highly recommend the film for any Disney-Pixar or "Finding Nemo" fans and believe it is worth every pretty penny spent.
