Emile is Remy's older brother and is one of the characters in the film Ratatouille.
Contents
- 1 Ratatouille
- 2 Your Friend the Rat
- 3 Trivia
- 4 References
Ratatouille[]
He is a brown (his mother's fur color), overweight rat, who is slightly larger than his younger brother. He is friendly, understanding, and is the only one whom Remy tells about his cooking, TV watching, and reading talent. He never tells their dad Django, due to his brotherly support to Remy (although he did carelessly tell his friends about Remy's activities inside Gusteau's). Emile loves food; however, he often swallows food whole and, to Remy's disappointment, doesn't savor the flavors.
One day, Emile and Remy are smoking a mushroom by the chimney, before being struck by a flash of lightning. Impressed by the popcorned mushroom, the two venture into the kitchen for saffron. The old lady is asleep, but a TV is on where Remy hears the news that Gusteau, Remy's idol, has died. The old lady awakes, sees the rats and promptly produces a shotgun where she blasts the walls and roof. Her inaccurate shooting, however, brings down part of the ceiling where the entire rat clan lives. After the rats manage to escape on their "rescue boats," Emile tries to coax Remy to grab onto a spatula Git is holding, but the old lady fires her rifle again, causing Remy to drift away from Emile and into the sewers.
One night, Emile unexpectedly finds Remy. After the two brothers embrace, happy to see each other again, Emile and Remy reunite with their family who believed Remy to have died in the rapids of the sewers. Django asks Remy to stay, but Remy shows his loyalty to Linguini, having bonded with his new human friend while being absent from his rat colony.
When Remy is captured by Skinner, who uses blackmail to order Remy to create a new successful frozen foods line, Emile notices and brings Django to help him free Remy from Skinner's limousine. With help from Emile and the entire rat colony, Linguini, Colette and Remy present to food critic Anton Ego and a disguised Skinner a version of an ancient dish, ratatouille.
Emile is last seen hanging out at La Ratatouille with Django and the rest of the rat colony as Remy surreptitiously prepares food for them and the human customers.
Your Friend the Rat[]
In the animated comedy short, Remy and Emile teach the viewers about the history of the rat in order to bring a better understanding between the two species.
Trivia[]
- In the books and on Pixar's official website, Emile is referred to as Remy's younger brother.[1] In the movie, Emile calls Remy "little brother" when he and Django rescued Remy from Skinner's car, suggesting he is the older brother of Remy.
- When the Ratatouille teaser trailer first premiered, many fans thought that it was David Schwimmer voicing Emile due to Peter Sohn having a similar voice. Emile's name was also rumored for the longest time to be Rollie. David Schwimmer would later voice a Thark in John Carter, which was directed by executive producer Andrew Stanton.
- While recording the voice for Emile, Brad Bird always had Peter Sohn eating something so his mouth would be full. The food that worked best was licorice, so Sohn would usually eat Twizzlers or Red Vines.[2]
References[]
- ↑ Emile on Pixar.com
- ↑ In Good Dinosaur, Director Peter Sohn Helps An Herbivore Conquer His Fears, NPR Fresh Air, Terry Gross, November 18, 2015.
Greetings, enthusiasts of the culinary cinematic realm! As an ardent aficionado of animated films, particularly those in the Pixar repertoire, allow me to immerse you in the delectable world of "Ratatouille." My extensive knowledge in the realm of this culinary masterpiece is not just a mere claim but is substantiated by a profound understanding of the characters, plot intricacies, and behind-the-scenes anecdotes that enrich the narrative tapestry.
Let's delve into the fascinating world of Emile, Remy's older brother and a pivotal character in "Ratatouille." Emile, a brown and slightly portly rat, showcases a unique charm as the confidant to his younger brother Remy. His unwavering support for Remy's culinary endeavors is evident, as he becomes the sole repository of Remy's cooking, TV watching, and reading talents.
One memorable incident involves Emile and Remy smoking a mushroom by the chimney, struck by a flash of lightning that propels them into the kitchen in pursuit of saffron. The demise of Gusteau, Remy's culinary idol, becomes a turning point, leading to a daring escape from a shotgun-wielding old lady and a subsequent separation of the brothers.
Their reunion is heartwarming, with Emile and Remy embracing after the presumed demise of Remy in the sewers. Emile's loyalty to Remy is further demonstrated when Remy is captured by Skinner, and Emile plays a crucial role in orchestrating the rescue mission with Django, their father. Together with the rat colony, they present a spectacular ratatouille dish to the discerning food critic Anton Ego.
Beyond the film, Emile's character extends to the animated comedy short "Your Friend the Rat," where he and Remy enlighten viewers about the history of rats, fostering understanding between the two species.
Now, let's savor some trivia that adds a delightful layer to Emile's character. While the movie suggests Emile is the older brother, there's an interesting twist in the books and on Pixar's official website where he is referred to as Remy's younger brother. The teaser trailer sparked speculation about the voice actor, with fans initially thinking it was David Schwimmer, though the role was brilliantly voiced by Peter Sohn. An amusing behind-the-scenes tidbit reveals that director Brad Bird had Peter Sohn eat licorice while recording Emile's voice, creating an authentic and mouth-watering performance.
In conclusion, Emile's character in "Ratatouille" goes beyond being just an animated rodent; he embodies loyalty, familial bonds, and a shared passion for the culinary arts, making him an integral part of this cinematic feast.
