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: Initially a memorial to Ellie, it becomes a literal and figurative weight that Carl must eventually let go of to move forward ( Disney Wiki ).

: A symbol of the "unattainable" goal that distracts Carl from the reality of the relationships he has in the present (Medium). Lessons on Life and Aging up.txt

: The arrival of Russell, a young Wilderness Explorer, acts as a foil to Carl’s cynicism, eventually teaching him that the "adventure" Ellie wanted for him was simply living a full life ( Medium ). Emotional Symbolism : Initially a memorial to Ellie, it becomes