Up

Deconstructing Disney by Rachel Casey

Sep 4, 202501:44:28TV & Film

Episode Summary Erin and Rachel wallow through an elderly man’s grief journey with Pixar’s critically acclaimed Up (2009). They argue the beautiful art and cute sidekicks aren’t enough to redeem this (admittedly beloved)...

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