Quartile rating: 7/10 · 1 rating
Riley, now 12, who is hanging out with her parents at home when potential trouble comes knocking. Mom's and Dad's Emotions find themselves forced to deal with Riley going on her first "date."
This Pixar short companion to Inside Out is a charming, well-executed extension of the original film's concept, applying the emotions-inside-the-head conceit to a relatable family scenario. The plot is simple but effective for a short, delivering laughs through character consistency (especially Dad's emotions going into battle mode). The voice acting is solid and consistent with the feature. Cinematography is functional animation without the visual ambition of the main film. Novelty is moderate — it cleverly extends the Inside Out world but doesn't break new ground beyond the feature's established premise. The ending is light and satisfying but unremarkable.