Favorite Ratatouille Moments *LOTS OF SPOILERS*

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#1

BIG SPOILERS DO NOT EVEN THINK ABOUT READING THIS IF YOU HAVE NOT SEEN RATATOUILLE YET

So what are your favorite parts of Ratatouille? What parts made you chuckle?

Here’s a brief list of my favorite parts. Please don’t read if you have not seen Ratatouille yet.

[spoil]When Remy cooks the soup for Linguini
When Linguini dives into the river to get Remy
When Linguini gives his motivation speech to the other cooks.
When Colette takes out her pepper spray and then they passionately kiss
When Remy sees Paris for the first time
When Remy cooks an omlet for Linguini
When Linguini is asked to make the special order again, he’s such a klutz
When Remy gives Emile the food, Emile’s expression is priceless
When the rats go in the kitchen and hide on the little tiles, pushing away their tails to hide
When the rat band plays in the sewer, I think they are so adorable
Whenever Skinner tries to find Remy with Linguini
When Remy and Gusteau have their interaction in Skinner’s cage
When Linguini tells the chefs that he has a rat
When the rats cook Anton Ego’s meal
When Linguini rolls on his roller skates around the dining room
When Horst takes out Skinner with this magical thumb
When Anton Ego gives his last review[/spoil]

There are a lot more, but those are the ones that stood out the most.

Ratatouille is FLAWLESS.

#2

Well, I loved the entire film, but these parts stick out:

[spoil]Linguini and Colette kissing
Farmhouse
Sewer rapids
The entire kitchen sequence (seen in the 9 minute preview)[/spoil]

But my favorite of all…

[spoil]The ending…you just can’t beat it! :stuck_out_tongue: [/spoil]

There you have it!

#3

My favorite bit was:

[spoil]When Remy is learning how to coordinate with Linguini[/spoil]

and

[spoil]When Grandma shoots up the place! :wink:[/spoil]

That’s about it me tinks. :mrgreen:

#4

What i really love is the [spoil]final cooking scene with the rats, collete, and linguini in trying to impress Ego. It kept me on the edge of my seat and made me hungry at the same time. It was so exciting and funny as well.[/spoil]

#5

Oh goodness, where do I start? I suppose I could start by just sayinig that I loved the entire film, but then I would be omitting bits and pieces of information that deserve some recognition.

Welp, here it goes:

[spoil]1. Enter the Titles - I absolutely love how the inceptive of the film (and the film in general) was presented – it was very subtle and tender, quite the contrary from what I was expecting.
Nothing blows up in your face or hits you with a bang (besides the sound of of a gunshot beinig fired in the distance); one of the first sensations you experience is leaves blowing through the whispering wind and velvet-clothed rain. Just…beautiful.
And then the title unveils itself upon the screen: Ratatouille. That’s all. No erumpent fireworks; no bristling explosions; no theatrical monologue of any kind.
Sometimes, simplicity is the best bet – the icing on the cake and the stew on the oven. It’s effectually and lovingly presented, and I absolutely love it. It captured my heart…

2. Scurry Through the Walls - Possibly the moment where Remy is presented in the “rattiest” manner is the sequence where he is seeking a passage that leads from the sewer waterways to the rooftops of Paris. His movements, mannerisms, and overall personality almost instantly transform from humanistic to animalistic, but it’s the way that it’s done that captured my attention.
Due to the fact that I’ve owned several rats in my life time, it was interesting to note and pinpoint various characteristics performed by Remy that can be seen in those of real rats. Beautiful sequence…
And Remy’s expression when he finally reaches the rooftop is just…beautifully presented. He has this look that clearly connotates and compliments his near immediate reaction: “Paris? All this time, I’ve been underneath…Paris?”
Ahhh. Beautiful…

3. Talk at the Seinne - Now this moment was just…magnificently integrated into the film. Brad Bird made sure that the characters took their time to come to an understanding and interact with each other, and on a very tender and effective level. It was heart-warming and beautiful; honey sweet and pillow soft; gentle and…significant. I can’t really describe its brilliance in a clear and meaninful pattern, other than the fact that it lit my heart up like a candle. Beautiful. Brilliant. Thank you for the smiles, Brad!

4. Marionette Magic - Of all the things to devise up, the geniouses at Pixar decide to have Remy control Linguini via a “hair”-raising scheme. (Pun intended.) I must admit that it was quite hilarious, but effective! It really worked! Aside from the laughs, I’m tempted to believe that the absurdness of it is just, well, believeable. Crazy idea, albeit a hilarious one, I must admit. That would be funny if it really worked in real life…

5. Le Secret Unveiled - Something about that little speech Linguini gave to inform his fellow coworkers who was the “magic behind the masterpieces” was absolutely darling. The way Remy looked at Linguini as if to say, “Thank you… Oh, thank you…”, couldn’t have left a sweeter and more endearing impression upon the title character than that hint of pleasure and satisfaction that glowed out from Remy’s heart. Beautiful. Simply…beautiful.

6. Realization -

“So…we have given up.” - Gusteau
“Why do you say that?” - Remy
“Well, we are in a cage…awaiting a future in frozen food products.” - Gusteau
“No, I’m the one in a cage. I’ve given up. You…heheh…are free.” - Remy
“Oh, I am only as free as you imagine me to be – as you are.” - Gusteau
“Oh, please. I’m sick of pretending. I pretend to be a rat for my dad. I pretend to be a human for Linguini. I pretend you exist so I have someone to talk to! You only tell me things I already know. Why do I need you to tell me?! Why do I need to pretend?!!” - Remy
“Ohh…but you don’t, Remy. You never did…” - Gusteau

…because the future was already in his fingertips. Because light comes from inspiration, and inspiration…from the heart, and heart…from your dreams… Heh – I just got the realization of that passage only yesterday, and I suddenly realized how meaningful it is…

7. On the Rooftop – In the Sun - And so, the film comes to a close with Ego’s brilliantly laid-out speech of comfort and truth, and is displayed in one, shining moment: when Remy sits atop a roof over-looking the vast terrain of Paris…and the Eiffel Tower. It signifies hope; a light; and a path… It never fails to make me smile every tiime; and, in truth, I have never smiled so lovingly in my life. I have never been so entranced by that one moment, that beautiful moment, than that particular one.

Time flies like the wind. It’s whether or not you have any wings that matters… [/spoil]

I feel like such an absurd idiot describing the film in this way, and yet…I can’t help it. I absolutely love this film…more than I could have dreamed. It summarizes up its moral in two words, and oh, how beautifully they spill out: Keep going.

Keep going…and don’t give up.

– Mitch

#6

One small thing, Mitch. The line
[spoil]Ohh…but you don’t, Remy. You never did…"[/spoil] was actually said by Gusteau . :wink:

#7

Bill - Oh snap, I meant to say “Gusteau”! I have Remy on the brain… (snigger) :wink:

Thanks for alerting me! I edited it. I can’t believe you read all that. :stuck_out_tongue: :smiley:

– Mitch

#8

Mitch - What do you expect? You’re a great writer. I enjoyed reading it (the error included) . :smiley: :wink:

#9

Bill - Lol. “The error included”. :laughing:

Aw shucks. Thanks, Bill. :wink:

#10

So Mitch, you summed up the best scenes. I love your description of the wall rat scene and the last scene. Yeah, I can’t stop talking or thinking about Ratatouille.

#11

TheIncredible - Oh yes, I mainly summarized the most heartfelt ones, as those were the scenes that “got me” and made me smile the most. :wink:

Thank you! I can’t stop thinking about it either. I can’t believe I decided not to see it today… panics

– Mitch

#12

[spoil]I like the whole sequence from when Remy makes the soup in the kitchen
to the time Linguini re-creates the soup with Remy’s guidence and everything in between.

I think that is the most moving part of the movie, it is during this time the two characters begin to bond. The scene at the river and Linguini’s “not much” apartment we learn about Linguini’s struggles in life.

I thought it was really cute Remy cooked Linguini breakfast and the whole running up and down Linguini’s ticklish body was just too funny. [/spoil]

#13

these parts stuck out
[spoil]The end for sure!!! yeah okay linguini and colette’s kiss :unamused: when linguini tell’s the truth about remy to all the kitchen,Remy and his imaginary guestau talk to each other one last time in skinner’s trunk.
Linguini couldn’t possibly look cuter in his whole drunken speech especially the innocent linguinish look he gives skinner when skinner finds his plan is not working and linguini just cocks his head and holds out the wine glass :smiley: [/spoil]
Okay im reeeeeaaally starting to like ratatouille now i can’t deny it ive watched it five time’s in theater though im way more obsessed with cars which is my favorite movie i can’t deny I’m getting a bit obsessed with ratatouille. :smiley:

#14

luigiandguidofanatic4life: I agree. I was absolutely [spoil]happy when I saw Remy get his own restraunt with his best friend Linguini. Dreams really do come true.[/spoil]

#15

Ah, yes, the ending is fantastic. My favorite ending of any Pixar film.

#16

You can say that again TheIncredible. te ending is one of the best of any movie I have ever seen.

#17

Yeah, the ending was just fantastic… probably a close tie with The Incredibles as the best ending of any Pixar film. :wink:

#18

Hmm. If I had to pick just one scene that shines like a beacon above all the others, I must single out the scene when Remy makes the soup on the strength of the 360-degree camera rotation and Giacchino’s music as he slowly, then with increasing confidence and sureness, discovers himself, his talent. You can see his joy growing, to the point where sometimes you don’t see him at all, but just disembodied herbs and cloves of garlic flying through the air… oh, MY! When I get the DVD, I’m watching that scene twenty times.

And, of course, that view of Paris.

And oh! You know, Mitch? I was utterly touched at that [spoil]“thank you” look that Remy gives Alfredo.[/spoil] I was SO PLEASED that you listed it as one of your favourite bits! And that the characters took their time to bond under the bridge - you put it so very well - heartwarming and touching and… but oh, that “thank you” look! And the emotion in Linguini’s voice when he says [spoil]“this amazing little chef can take us there”[/spoil] and they cut to Remy’s reaction… oh, baby.

Edited. Please remember to use spoiler tags when necessary. – Mitch

#19

putmoneyinthypurse - Oh, well, thank you! It really was quite touching. I smiled so hard last time I watched it that it wasn’t even funny… (snigger)

Such a beautifully unpredictable little movie, it is. I can’t get enough of it… <img src=“{SMILIES_PATH}/love2.gif” alt=“:loves:” title="In

Love" />

– Mitch

#20

putmoneyinthypurse - Thanks for bringing this thread from the dead. :laughing:

These are my favorite scenes:

[spoil]Remy’s first sight of Paris. Absolutely wonderful. <img src=“{SMILIES_PATH}/love2.gif” alt=“:loves:” title="In

Love" /> I even heard my mom saying something like “It’s gorgeous…” I guess that scene brought her good memories (she went to Paris 10 years ago).

The Seine scene and Linguini’s apartment. What else do I need to say? Like Mitch said, Brad Bird made sure the characters took their time understanding each other. Thanks for that, Brad. That’s one of those scenes when you’re not sure if it’s gonna work, but it did. That was the starting point of a wonderful friendship.
And that scene on Linguini’s apartment where Remy falls asleep, with that wonderful sight of Paris… I loved that part where the man on the TV says “What better place to dream… than Paris?” <img src=“{SMILIES_PATH}/love2.gif” alt=“:loves:” title="In

Love" />

Up and down Linguini’s shirt. Absolutely hilarious. The whole theater was laughing out loud! :laughing: And that scene where Linguini screams three times? So funny…! 8D

Linguini, the marionette. When I heard Remy saying “One look and I knew: we had the same crazy idea”, I knew something funny and magical was coming. But I didn’t imagine it would be that crazy! :laughing: I loved the wine part. 8D

Ropes à la Colette. I didn’t imagine that Colette was that crazy! :open_mouth: Remember Remy’s expression when he saw Colette cutting the vegetables? I was like that. :laughing: The music made me want to dance… :laughing: Cheers to Mr. Giacchino! :smiley:

Special order. I loved Linguini’s movements (congrats to the animators! :wink: ); that sequence was so funny! :laughing: The music was also awesome, and Colette creeped me out when she said “Don’t … you … DARE!..” :open_mouth:

The kiss. It was so unexpected. I already knew that they kissed in the movie, but I didn’t imagine it would be so early. Yet, it was so sweet, so… passionate. <img src=“{SMILIES_PATH}/love2.gif” alt=“:loves:” title="In

Love" /> I loved it when she started closing her eyes. :3

The turning point. In the Scoring Ratatouille podcast, Camille said that her song was played in a turning point on the Ratatouille story. And I understand why. The music was absolutely gorgeous, and so was the sequence. <img src=“{SMILIES_PATH}/love2.gif” alt=“:loves:” title="In

Love" />

In the car trunk.
Remy - I know who I am! Why do I need to pretend?!
Gusteau - Ahh, but you don’t, Remy. You never did.
There was something about that line of Gusteau that made my eyes go wide open. That’s when Remy (and I) realized he was just being himself: a rat who wants to cook. <img src=“{SMILIES_PATH}/love2.gif” alt=“:loves:” title="In

Love" />

The revelation. How can you not love this part? Linguini’s speech was so sincere. And I’m with Mitch:the way Remy looked at Linguini as if saying “Thank you…” was so heart warming… I was very sad, and didn’t understand why the other chefs went away… But when Colette was left, you could see what Linguini’s face said… "Please… Everyone but you! " I don’t know how I didn’t cry when Linguini left Remy on the table, and gave that face of “all hope is lost”. :frowning:

Rats in the kitchen and dinner rush. What can I say? I loved the way Remy was controlling everything that was going on in the kitchen, including Emile’s appetite. :laughing: The preparation of the ratatouille sequence made me hungry. 8D Ego’s flashback was pretty funny, actually. ;-p

The review and the bistro. I don’t know what happened, I almost couldn’t think while listening to Ego’s review. I was speechless. I still am, can’t find the words to describe it.
And the ending couldn’t be any better. Dreams really do come true. <img src=“{SMILIES_PATH}/love2.gif” alt=“:loves:” title="In

Love" />[/spoil]

I was having some kind of lack of vocabulary while writing this, so please forgive me if there’s anything you didn’t understand! :unamused: