The document summarizes the 2012 Pixar film Brave. It discusses that Merida is an excellent archer who is forced to get married by her mother, but does not want to. After Merida gives her mother a poison that turns her into a bear, the two develop a strong bond as Merida tries to save her. Through their experience, Merida's mother sees her as a strong, independent woman who does not need a man. In the end, Merida saves her mother and they understand each other.