5 animated films about cultural diversity to watch online

One thing is certain, good animation always brings with it: adventure, fun and cultural diversity. Especially because these ingredients bring a beautiful combination of characteristics, traditions and fun into the world.

However, many of these elements can go unnoticed when watching a film for the first time. Therefore, here we have selected 5 great hits that present different cultures for you to discover. Check.

Check out 5 animated films about cultural diversity to watch

1 – The Corpse Bride (Russia)

Released in 2005, the film “Corpse Bride” was another huge success for director Tim Burton. But what many don’t know is that the story, somewhere between the macabre and the enchanting, is inspired by a popular Russian legend from the 19th century.

Legend tells the story of a bride killed in a tragic accident before her wedding. So, Tim Burton found the opportunity to create animation, which was produced using the stop-motion animation technique and won over the general public.

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2 – Live Life is a Party (Mexico)

The animation “Viva – Life is a Party” highlights the cultural diversity of Mexico. The story that tells the saga of Miguel, saves the tradition of the Day of the Dead. In the plot, Miguel experiences a real adventure to convince his family to understand his dream of singing.

However, Miguel needs to understand the past and make some changes to his family’s journey. Above all, the film has the touch of mariachis, which represent Mexican culture anywhere in the world. As well as many other details, such as the presence of the Cempasúchil flower, very common in decorations surrounding the Day of the Dead.

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3 – The Emperor’s New Groove (Peru)

Released in 2000, “The Emperor’s New Groove” is an animated film that highlights the cultural diversity of the Inca people, more precisely of Peru. The scenes clearly refer to images of the countryside, when an ancient village appears that could be inspired by the ruins of Machu Picchu.

One of its main characters is practically named after the most famous city in the country. The writing is a little different, with Kuzco, the character and Cusco, the city.

4 – Encanto (Colombia)

Another animation with cultural diversity, “Encanto” wins the statuette for the best animated film of 2021. With landscapes, clothes and colors that carry Colombian culture, the plot tells the story of Mirabel and her Madrigal family. The narrative tells the adventure of the girl who suffers because she does not yet have the gifts, as is tradition in her family.

An interesting fact is that to produce the film, a team traveled to Bogotá, Cartagena de Indias, Barichara, Salento, Palenque and Cocora Valley to study the essence of Colombia.

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5 – Rio (Brazil)

Disney’s animation is inspired by Brazil and features scenes with beautiful landscapes, such as Christ the Redeemer and Brazilian beaches. In addition to the great representation of fauna and flora, which showcase birds such as the majestic blue macaw.

The film also features Guanabara Bay, Sugarloaf Mountain, Maracanã Stadium and the lush forest of Tijuca National Park from above.

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