Pixar's 'Elio' has so much promise to be a fun intergalactic kids' movie. But it follows the same formula of past Pixar movies and plays it too safe.

The animation company's latest involves a lonely boy, his alien bestie, the need for communication over carnage and the saving graces of finding a friend. At least it's not 'Cars'

It’s a solid premise that, viewed one way, has all the makings of a classic Pixar film. It’s existential but cute. It might make you cry and also want to buy a cuddly Glordon toy. Glordon (Remy Edgerly) is the toothy, slug-like young alien with no eyes who befriends Elio (Yonas Kibreab).