Named after the eldest living member in the Rivera family — Miguel's great - grandmother, Mamá Coco (Ana Ofelia Murguía), whose memory is fading fast — the film makes it a vital lesson in Miguel's life - or - death quest to honor and
remember deceased family members even if they are no longer with us.
The last thing you can do for your
deceased family member or loved one is arranging a memorial ceremony and gather around to
remember and pay a teary - eyed farewell to them.