Ratatouille is a delightful 2007 American animated comedy-drama film produced by Pixar Animation Studios for Walt Disney Pictures. Directed by Brad Bird, it tells the heartwarming tale of a young rat named Remy who aspires to become a renowned French chef. The film is set mostly in Paris and follows Remy’s unlikely alliance with Alfredo Linguini, the restaurant’s garbage boy, as they strive to achieve their culinary dreams.

Here are some key details about Ratatouille:

• Release Date: The film premiered on June 22, 2007, at the Kodak Theatre in Los Angeles, California, with its general release in the United States on June 29, 2007¹².
• Plot: Remy, the talented rat, navigates the challenges of pursuing his passion for cooking while dealing with family expectations and societal prejudices. His journey unfolds against the backdrop of a prestigious restaurant, Auguste Gusteau’s, where he collaborates with Linguini to create culinary magic³.
• Cast: The film features the voices of Patton Oswalt (Remy), Lou Romano (Linguini), Ian Holm, Janeane Garofalo, Peter O’Toole, Brian Dennehy, Peter Sohn, and Brad Garrett.
• Music: The Paris-inspired music for Ratatouille was composed by Michael Giacchino.
• Box Office Success: It grossed an impressive $623.7 million worldwide, making it one of the highest-grossing films of 2007 and the year’s second highest-grossing animated film (behind Shrek the Third).
• Awards: The film won the Academy Award for Best Animated Feature and received acclaim for its screenplay, animation, humor, voice acting, and score.
• Fun Fact: The title “Ratatouille” refers both to the French dish served at the end of the film and to the species of the main character, Remy the rat.

So, if you’re in the mood for a heartwarming culinary adventure, consider watching Ratatouille! 🍽️🐭🎥