@daniela-g "I feel like a little more explanation was needed as to why Mirabel could not receive the miracle when she was a child and the specific reason why Casita was cracking."
I think they did explain it. The Gifts were given by/through abuela, not the candle. Mirabel didn't get one because abuela was too afraid/anxious about the future of the encanto. Same reason for Casita cracking.
@daniela-g The reason of Casita was cracking, was quite simple in my head. The Candle gave the miracle to Encanto, so they can live in harmony and love each other. When Mirabel was envy of her sister and "hated" her for her perfect life, The vision shows both hugging and getting along together. When it happens, Casita is good! what happens next? Mirabel argues with her grandmother, and the harmony is broken such as Casita.
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Being a Colombian I can tell you that it was set in a perfect way.
The colors, the cultural diversity, the music that represents us, the typical foods, the personalities, everything. You could even say that the background on the violence is very well done. In Colombia we have a big problem that is forced internal displacement, so much so that we are the number one country in this. The fact that they gave a few little moments about this conflict ... brought me to tears, but I really appreciate it.
It is the perfect tribute to my beautiful land. I loved it.
In addition, I feel that it is very easy to connect with the characters and give each one a little development, considering that there are so many.
I have a little criticism for the movie though. I feel like a little more explanation was needed as to why Mirabel could not receive the miracle when she was a child and the specific reason why Casita was cracking. Maybe they could make it a bit longer to explain this, but overall I liked it.
Pd: Lin Manuel Miranda never disappoints, I'm his fan 4eveeeeer