: The Land of the Dead was designed as a celebratory, vibrant world rather than a somber one, inspired by the colorful festivities of the holiday.
: The film features an all-Latino cast and music recorded in Mexico City with over 50 local musicians. Notably, Benjamin Bratt performed his own singing for the role of Ernesto de la Cruz. Key Plot & Characters Coco: An Animated Feature Film Experience
The "Crafting Coco" featurette highlights the extensive research that went into making the film feel authentic to Mexican culture:
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