Sadness (Inside Out)
Sadness is one of the five core emotions inside Riley Andersen's mind in Pixar's Inside Out, portrayed as a gentle, blue-skinned character who embodies sorrow, empathy, and emotional depth. Initially seen as a hindrance by Joy, the dominant emotion, Sadness is misunderstood and marginalized because her role is unclear—until she reveals her essential function in helping Riley process grief, connect with others, and restore emotional balance.