Encanto

The magical Madrigal family in “Encanto.” While there’s no true villain. Instead, the conflict comes from the expectations of perfection placed on the family by its matriarch. (COURTESY OF DISNEY)

During the pandemic era, Disney has released a few animated films either under their own label or via Pixar, including “Raya and the Last Dragon,” “Soul” and “Luca,” and while they’ve all done reasonably well, “Encanto” is the first one to become a sensation.

Released in theaters last November, it did decent box office, racking up $228.3 million worldwide against a $50 million budget. Even factoring in marketing expenses, “Encanto” turned a healthy profit, but it was hardly a phenomenon. That changed though when the film about a Colombian family that possesses magic abilities reached Disney+ on Dec. 24.

Encanto Poster

"Encanto" has gained popularity thanks to the songs by Lin-Manuel Miranda. (COURTESY OF DISNEY)

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