Ratatouille (2007) is an oft-forgotten Pixar installment. It's unique and insightful with a good message. Read here!
A rat named Remy has a strong desire to cook, and he unlikely pairs with a young kitchen worker.
Being a rat in a human's world is not easy. You do what you're expected and discouraged from breaking the mold. However, Remy's exceptional nose causes him to desire more. It's a superpower where he can create perfect seasonings for dishes.
He wants to be a chef but is a mere rat. Remy is a quality main character. His passion is also a downfall in some instances, but he tries to overcome it.
This film takes place in France. As we know, France is a bit more "relaxed" on some social norms/ethics. Pixar explores that with one particular scene. Remy is passing different apartments, and the first one shows a man painting nude women. Another room showed a woman pointing a gun saying "You think I won't do it!" Gun goes off, but it shows them making out. Those are the two most obvious examples.
The moral of the story is universal. We may not always look the part, but hard work, patience, and practice can pay off. That's what Gusteau taught Remy. However, he's just a figment of Remy's imagination, so it was inside of him all along.
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