Full disclosure, I’ve watched this six or seven times now. I’ve lost count. It’s so wonderful. I’ll probably be referencing Lord & Miller throughout much of this review (which makes sense, given that they’re the through-line for lots of the best animated movies in recent memory) but loads of credit also must be given to Michael Rianda. His Gravity Falls blend of humor and heart shines here. What a directional debut indeed!

Lord and Miller have had a habit of being involved…