In the moving documentary "Life, Animated," director Roger Ross Williams explores the extraordinary true story of Owen Suskind, a young man who found his voice through the animated worlds of Disney. As a child, Owen became mysteriously withdrawn, diagnosed with autism, and lost the ability to speak. His parents, Ron Suskind and Cornelia, watch helplessly until they discover a remarkable key: Owen has memorized entire Disney films, using the dialogue and characters to understand and articulate his own emotions and the world around him. The film weaves the story of Owen’s journey toward independence with vibrant Disney animation, featuring voices like Jonathan Freeman and Gilbert Gottfried, who become unexpected guides in his life. This heartfelt and uplifting portrait captures a family’s resilience and the universal power of storytelling, as Owen prepares to leave home and face the complex realities of adulthood, armed with the wisdom of his animated heroes.