The newlyweds, Carl, and Ellie Fredricksen, dream of their future at a picnic. Walking out into the countryside, Karl and Ellie spread a picnic on the grass. Then, looking at the sky, they dream of a family.

Alas, their romantic dreams of visiting Paradise Falls are never fulfilled. Ellie dies, and Carl becomes a recluse. Is it gut-wrenching?

There is a wicker basket with a blue napkin full of food. But it’s decorative. Neither Carl nor Ellie is seen eating.

The cast: Edward Asner as Carl Fredricksen (voice); Jeremy Leary as Young Carl (voice), and Ellie Docter as Young Ellie (voice)

See Pete Docter and Bob Peterson. Up (2009). Screenplay by Pete Doctor and Bob Peterson.