After revisiting the inner world of “Inside Out” in a blockbuster 2024 sequel, Pixar Animation Studios goes to outer space for “Elio,” but they remain attentive to the sensitivity of emotions. While the picture has endured a rough production journey (a teaser trailer for a different version of the film debuted two years ago), the endeavor doesn’t come across as hastily reworked or slapdash. Actually, it’s extremely appealing, with directors Madeline Sharafian and Domee Shi pulling together a grand alien adventure that delivers all the laughs, love, and gorgeous animation Pixar is known for. “Elio” deals with heartache, as all of the company’s offerings do, but the material (credited to Julie Cho, Mark Hammer, and Mike Jones) isn’t overwhelmed by sadness, keeping the eponymous character’s journey flavorful and packed with interesting and endearing characters. It's a delightful movie, and another reminder of Pixar’s creativity when they inch away from the financial lure of sequels. Read the rest at Blu-ray.com