Anton Ego's flashblack.

AvantGardeGuy,

I agree. Everyone seems to think it's funny rather than touching. I personally found it to be a very moving (yet humorous) moment. I think it's an artist thing (I assume by your name, you're something of an artist). That's the moment Remy's art finally connects with someone emotionally, which is what any artist (or at least I) would long to do.

Maybe it was because of the way such a powerful character was suddenly depicted as a little runny-nosed kid.

When I saw it, people only laughed right when Ego first tastes it and then is shocked. It's funny because of how surprised he is that's it's so good.

I dunno why people would laugh at the rest of the flashback though.

And I agree wholeheartedly with the OP. It's little parts like this that set Pixar apart from any other animation studio. They just have great storytellers working there.

It's funny in a touching way. The fork dropping and the scene changing to him as a little kid coming out of the snow reminded me of Citizen Kaine, actually.

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Yes it's also one of my personal favorite scenes in a film. I actually teared up. The scene really hits home for me because, ratatouille was a dish my mother made when I was young, which I always loved; I have not had it since that time, so I too have a very fond comforting food memory associated with the dish. (Mom's looked like his mother's did, rather than the gourmet version Remy created!)

So believeable, just a fantastic conflict resolution and emotional climax.

I agree. I am moved to tears when I watch this scene and its ensuing monologue. As a foodie and cook, and also as a mom, this part of the movie is moving and emotionally intense. I believe those would find this scene funny are either unintelligent, unemotional, or both.

I thought it was moving too. I loved it

Clearly, a remarkable scene of events. My favourite part of the movie indeed.

So true! This is how you end a movie! I was left on the edge of my seat when I first watched it to see what the food critic would say after he had that delicious food made by a rat. And this scene in which Ego's attitude changes is bar none one of the best animated scenes EVER!

I have seen the movie when it came out, and a few years later the only thing I remembered was the flashback. Great scene !

That was my favorite part too, although I was watching his incredibly long, thin fingers and didn't quite tear up.

Why ain't you at the garden party you heathen?