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Press Play with Madeleine Brand

Oscar-nominated 'Coco' looks at love for music and family

In Pixar’s latest animated film “Coco,” young Miguel is an aspiring musician whose family has banned music in their home for generations. But he chases his musical passion into the Land of the Dead on Dia de los Muertos.

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By Madeleine Brand • Feb 13, 2018 • 1 min read

In Pixar’s latest animated film “Coco,” young Miguel is an aspiring musician whose family has banned music in their home for generations. But he chases his musical passion into the Land of the Dead on Dia de los Muertos. “Coco” is nominated for an Oscar for Best Animated film this year.

Film stills from Pixar's "Coco." Photos courtesy of Disney.

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