A father discovers that his son floats, which makes him different from other kids. To keep them both safe from the judgement of the world, Dad hides, covers, and grounds him. But when his son's ability becomes public, Dad must decide whether to run and hide or to accept his son as he is.
Writing
Not a wasted frame in seven perfect minutes.
Acting
Rubio's voice work: one word, infinite weight.
Director
Bobby Rubio
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
First Pixar film with Filipino-American lead; Rubio fought to keep Dad's accent authentic.
The 'weight' Dad adds to Alex's backpack mirrors real weighted vests used for sensory regulation in autistic children — deliberate or ironic?
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