This Fan Theory About 'Up' Is Heartwarming: Watch Pixar's Masterpiece Now If You Missed It

There are cartoons that make us laugh, others that make us sad. But some touch us so deeply that they leave a warm mark on our souls. Pixar's Up is one of those. And while it's certainly emotional, one fan theory gives the story a whole new meaning. Perhaps even more touching than the original intent.

Carl died... and the journey was completely different

According to the plot, old man Carl, who lost his beloved wife Ellie, decides to do something crazy: he launches a house on hot air balloons into the sky to fly to Paradise Falls, the place of their shared dream. But the journey turns out to be not so lonely. A boy scout named Russell accidentally gets into the house, and now they have to travel together.

And here begins the most interesting part. Some viewers believe that Carl actually dies at the very beginning of the story. And everything that happens next is not reality, but a metaphor for his transition to the afterlife. They say that the house with balloons is not a means of transportation, but a symbol of his soul, striving for peace. And Paradise Falls is not a geographical point at all, but a real paradise.

And who is Russell then?

Fans went even further: according to their version, the boy Russell is not just a scout, but a guardian angel. He accompanies Carl on this unusual journey, helping him let go of the past and find peace in his soul. And his cherished badge, for which he tries so hard, is nothing more than “angel wings” that he must earn by helping others.

The theory sounds almost fantastic, but the more you remember the details of the cartoon, the more plausible it seems. And for all its sadness, there is something incredibly bright in it. Perhaps this is why you immediately want to watch Up again - with a new look and a warmed heart.