Disney and Pixar have done it again. When it comes to computer animation, there is no parallel to the combination of these studios, and Ratatouille is right up there with the quality of their productions from Toy Story to Cars. An absolutely adorable story about a rat in Paris who tires of eating garbage and longs to be a chef, every part of the film is full of lighthearted fun and stunning animation.

The thing that makes me love Pixar projects is their meticulous attention to detail. Certain things improve with every film. For instance, the reality of the hair and fur in Ratatouille is unbelievable. In Toy Story, there weren't many shots of humans because they hadn't perfected this aspect yet, but now the tiny stars look fuzzy and real enough to touch. I can actually picture Pixar artists pouring water on test rats to see what their fur looks like when wet.

Other special touches that caught my eye were the way several shots were taken from the ground level or the scampering perspectives the directors used to make the audience feel like a rat. Even the ending credits have a cartoon sequence worth staying to watch.

The final detail that sets these films apart is the way Disney magic and Pixar ambition and innocence combine into multi-layered, yet still appropriate and entertaining for all, charm. Ratatouille is a visual treat and a great, funny summer laugh for everyone.