Soul

The 2020 American animated fantasy film, produced by Pixar and directed by Pete Docter and Kemp Powers, follows Joe Gardner (Jamie Foxx), a middle school music teacher in New York who dreams of becoming a jazz pianist. When he finally gets an opportunity to perform with a famous band, he accidentally falls into a manhole and finds himself in the Great Before, a realm where souls are formed before being born on Earth. To return to his body, he teams up with Soul 22 (Tina Fey), a stubborn soul who has avoided human existence for centuries. As their journey unfolds, Joe realizes that life’s purpose isn’t solely about fulfilling one’s dreams but about appreciating every moment. The film explores profound philosophical themes of purpose, self-discovery, and the beauty of life.