Hair Love

A black girl has an unruly afro, and grandiose ideas of the styling she wants - something that probably should be done by a professional. Her mother usually does her hair, but in mother's absence, her father tries his hand at it.

This is a heartwarming story, well done. I recommend it.

An opening 'Pixar' logo wouldn't be out of place in 'Hair Love (2019)', a short by Sony Pictures Animation, as it perfectly captures the heart and spirit typically associated with the widely-accepted-as-number-one studio. It's a touching tale of father and daughter, one that hits its emotional beats just as well as its more surrealist comedic ones. It's both sad and hopeful, a portrait of a family surviving through tough times. It's feel good, for sure. It's also wonderfully diverse and body-positive, focusing quite overly on something most family films actively run away from. It isn't a masterpiece, but it's a great little short that's sure to put a smile on your face. 7/10

The day has arrived and a little girl is excited to do her hair using internet tutorials. It does not go well. Her father is horrified and tries desperately to fix it to no avail. He is KO'ed. With a little help, they are able to fix her hair and the true reason for the date's importance is revealed. The boxing is funny. It's a cute little short and then it hits you with an emotional punch. It's great.

Watching this short animated movie as a man with long curly hair it brought back memories. It took me years to fully appreciate my natural hair and honestly and that cap or bonnet would've been with me at all times. I enjoyed it, it tries to add too many twists and turns and when you're still adapting the movie is already over. The little girl is very cute and passionated about her hair but most importantly her dear mommy. Sony showing they too can do emotional short videos.

Everything about this project the animation the subject is just a complete work of love that all children of color should see read and pass on to their own children.