For a time, I remember the echo of children singing “We don't talk about Bruno, no..no..no..no” repeatedly, taking care to sing the right number of “no’s.”
This catchy song is from Disney’s animated musical movie Encanto. It revolves around [1] the Madrigal family, who reside together in a magical house in Colombia. Each family member possesses [2] a unique magical ability, except for the protagonist [3], Mirabel. As the story unfolds, Mirabel discovers that the magic in the house is fading, and she must find a way to save her family from losing their special powers and the bond that comes with them. The movie explores important themes like love, acceptance, and the challenges that come as part of being a family.
The Madrigal family is very close-knit and supportive of each other, but like any other family, they also have their own issues and struggles, just like any other family. In the movie, we witness the family dealing with the pressure of living up to expectations [4] and the fear of disappointing others. We also see the struggles of trying to maintain unity within the family while still allowing for individuality and growth.
Despite these struggles, the Madrigal family in Encanto highlights the importance of family. Though they may not always agree with each other, they love and support each other through thick and thin. It turns out, the family's magic is rooted in their love for each other, and it is their love that ultimately [5] saves them.