molly-mortensen

I don't want to give spoilers but there's a part towards the end that's rather stupid. It doesn't ruin the movie but the ending conflict could've been better. Still I'm glad I watched it. Turning Red is a good, nostalgic movie.

I didn't realize this movie took place in 2002 until the end. I'm not surprised though, this felt exactly like my junior high. (Except, I don't know a teenager who wouldn't be dying of embarrassment wearing that panda costume at the Temple.)

She should've been a year or two younger though. She's a bit immature for thirteen. By eighth grade no one wore Tamagotchis and boy bands were no longer cool. But for 11 or even 12, she'd be spot on.

The characters were the best part, particularly Mei and her mom. I liked how her friends were there for her. (Not a spoiler, in the trailer.)

Another review mentioned sensitive topics. When Mei changes for the first time her mom thinks she's started her period. Nothing is really directly stated though, just hinted at, so I don't think it's inappropriate for children but you should know that periods and pads are mentioned.

Turning Red is a light, feel good movie with good characters and I definitely plan to buy it.

Things are better with Chloe. I'm still not sure I like where the continuing storyline is going, but at least the chemistry between Lucifer and Chloe is more back to normal!

Amenadiel's storyline had promise but now I'm not so sure. Lucifer (the show) has always done dumb things with him. I finally liked Dan last season, but I'm so sick of the new Dan. Good thing Maze continues to be one of the best parts of the show.