Genuinely did not expect a Pixar movie to have such a meaningful focus. I know they always pursue grand thenes, but they're usually overshadowed by the plot. This movie is all about the exploration of the themes of life, death and meaning and I really like it.
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I expected Joe to die for real
I found that redirect a bit better.
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I've seen countless sacrifices in film; the idea Joe finally understands how to live in the moment without setting goals that impact on his social life and then dies? I don't know, it seemed more moral.
That's why I said it made me feel good. I just didn't know how they would fit
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him going back to life and make it make sense. I guess in the end it didn't have to