Big Hero 6 Review

'Big Hero 6' is a new Disney movie that encapsulates the invigorating colours and sharp visual pallet of its comic book as well as the anime genre that it has taken inspiration from whilst still coveting the Disney charm that we all know and love.

Story

'Big Hero 6' follows the adventures of young boy genius as he tries to find his place in society as a 14 year old high school graduate. He begins to realise what he wants with the help of his loved ones and the loveable marshmallow-like robot, Baymax. The story goes along swimmingly until a spanner falls into the works and Hiro's life is taken for a spin. Action, Adventure and Animisney* ensue. The film does eventually reveal that it has a strict 'good guy v bad guy' agenda, but it is to be noted that this is likely the first film in a franchise so the directors may have felt that emphasis on the main character and his relationships with others would prove to be more important for this movie so they substituted plot originality for stronger and more heartfelt main characters. 

*The mix of Anime and Disney animation to make this little gem.

Visual components (eye candy)

As I pointed out earlier, 'Big Hero 6' has one of the most distinguishing looks in an animated film this decade and certainly the most daring visual aesthetic from Disney since 'A nightmare before Christmas'. Things as arbitrary as the architecture and background aesthetic of the city they live in, 'San Fransokyo' (see what they did there) are handled with such precision that its impossible not to be swept up into the city at times.  Every frame in this film in this film is a new epiphany for the viewer in how it mixes elements of anime, with action, with Disney. though it should be noted that this new look can be quite jarring at first if you're not particularly used to the anime style. All-in-all though, 'Big Hero 6' is a beautiful film.

Characters

Well, A perfect movie is a phenomenon that happens close to never (Jurassic Park being the obvious exception), so like all movies there is always aspect in which a film falls short, that area for 'Big Hero 6' is its characters. Whilst the films main and supporting cast are functional, there is no real character that stands out. although you feel like you have really gotten to know Hiro throughout the film and you feel like you really understand him emotionally, this is only the case because the movie makes it so and it directs you through Hiro's emotional journey partly through his character just explaining how he feels on screen. it is an effective trick whilst watching the movie but really it resulted in his journey not really sticking with me after the film.
As for the supporting cast, Wasabi, Honey Lemon, GoGo and Fred... Well, I actually had to look them up because I'd forgotten their names pretty well as soon as I started writing out this review. If that doesn't tell something I don't know what will.
However, one type of character that Disney is almost always flawless at pulling off is the sidekick. We've seen great sidekicks in Disney movies like the Genie in 'Aladdin', Timon and Pumba in 'The Lion King' and just last year we saw the loveable Olaf in 'Frozen' (even though I know everyone is well and truly over 'Frozen', there is no denying that Olaf is awesome), now Disney introduces us to (Drumroll please) BAYMAX! The adorable, cuddly teddy bear who can Kick. Some. Ass. His character is likeable, hilarious and just an all around good guy and he will leave you wanting more as soon as the credits roll.
All up, the movie has a functional cast that keep you invested throughout the movie but who are unfortunately quite forgettable. Hopefully these other characters can be fleshed out a bit more in future instalments. but the movies redeeming grace in the bracket is one of the coolest sidekicks in a movie in years. 

The Verdict

'Big Hero 6' is a fun, beautiful Animisney movie that can be watched by kids of all ages. Although it is flawed in some areas, it is exciting to see that Disney is finally breaking their moulds and broadening their horizons.
Rating: 7.8/10