Lou

2017 • 6 min • Family · Fantasy · Animation · Comedy

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Synopsis

A Pixar short about a lost-and-found box and the unseen monster within.

Our family guide

Best from age 3

Movie Knight Score

436 reviews

100 Reviewers · 1 · 51%
75 Audience · 435 · 49%

This Pixar short introduces a creature made of lost-and-found items who teaches a bully a lesson. It’s a clever and heartwarming tale about empathy and sharing.

Violence & peril: 1/10
Language: 0/10
Drinking, drugs & smoking: 0/10
Romance & sensuality: 0/10
Scary moments: 1/10

Heads up

A child bullies others and takes their toys.

What it models well

Empathy
Sharing and generosity
Standing up for others

Talk about it after

Why does the bully act the way he does?
How does Lou help the bully change?
What does it mean to be empathetic?

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Top billed cast

Director: Dave Mullins • Crew: Dave Mullins

Trailers & clips

"Lou" Clip - Pixar Short Film

Reviewer notes

RecommendedTrusted family reviewers
This Pixar short film delivers a deep and meaningful message through a simple, dialogue-free story supported by stunning animation. While suitable for children, it requires parental guidance to help them interpret the events and understand appropriate behavior. The film highlights how children's actions often stem from underlying reasons, urging parents to approach them with empathy and understanding.…
Alunauwie, TMDB Community