The young men are not much to look at – one of them barely speaks English – so Merida decides to see whether they’re any good at archery. Her father Fergus ( Billy Connolly) stays more on the sidelines, entertaining his three young sons and occasionally undermining Elinor’s goals.Īn already tense family situation comes to a head when the highland games begin and three suitors must compete for Merida’s hand. Merida is in constant conflict with her mother Elinor ( Emma Thompson), who insists she behave more like a lady. On her trusty horse Angus, Merida can explore the Scottish countryside, shoot arrows on a custom course, and climb improbable peaks (there is no explanation of how she gets back down). Kelly Macdonald stars as Merida, a bright young woman who who thinks the castle walls are a prison.
Younger viewers may miss the thematic depth, yet the strong characters and broad physical comedy will keep them enthralled. Directors Brenda Chapman and Mark Andrews have fun with gender roles, so mature audiences will appreciate how Merida stubbornly reaches her goal. Pixar’s latest begins with familiar rebellion before veering into comedy, and by its climax, the movie finds the merit in independence and obedience. Instead, Princess Merida fights for a comfortable position within her family. She’s not trying to find true love or overcome a wicked step-mother. Unlike many Disney princesses, the hero of Brave has both of her parents intact.
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