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Pixar Animation Studios’ 2022 fantasy comedy *Turning Red* brings a vibrant coming-of-age tale to life under the direction of Domee Shi, marking her feature directorial debut. Co-written by Shi and Julia Cho, with Lindsey Collins as producer, the animated feature follows 13-year-old Meilin “Mei” Lee, a Chinese-Canadian teen in 2002 Toronto whose family curse transforms her into a giant red panda whenever emotions run high. The story draws from Shi’s own upbringing in the city, blending humor and heart as Mei navigates adolescence, cultural identity, and chaotic supernatural changes. Voice performances by Rosalie Chiang, Sandra Oh, and a dynamic supporting cast—including James Hong and Maitreyi Ramakrishnan—anchor the film’s charm. Notably, *Turning Red* stands as Pixar’s first project solely helmed by a female director and its second to center an Asian protagonist following 2009’s *Up*. After early screenings in London and Toronto, the film premiered in Los Angeles on March 1 before streaming globally on Disney+ on March 11, with select theatrical releases in regions lacking the platform. While its box office reached $17.1 million internationally, the movie earned widespread praise for its bold storytelling and fresh perspective, solidifying its place as a standout in Pixar’s catalog.
