The 2022 animated film (directed by Domee Shi) is a vibrant, 100-minute coming-of-age comedy that explores the complexities of adolescence, family expectations, and self-acceptance. Set in Toronto during the year 2002, it follows 13-year-old Meilin "Mei" Lee as she navigates the "chaos of adolescence" after discovering a hereditary family trait: whenever she experiences strong emotions, she transforms into a giant red panda. Turning Red Ending Explained (In Detail) - ScreenRant