This documentary series of personal and cinematic stories that provide an inside look into the people, artistry, and culture of Pixar Animation Studios.
Cast: W. Kamau Bell, Cristela Alonzo
10HDCC
Season 1
20 episodes
1. Inspired: Kemp Powers, Writing Something RealAuthenticity is essential to creating a film that is believable and relatable. Co-Director Kemp Powers discusses the real-life experiences that led him to propose a simple, yet pivotal scene in Soul.10CC13minNov 13, 2020
2. Inspired: Deanna Marsigliese, The Art of the PivotInspiration isn't instant. Coming up with unique and creative characters takes time and effort. Character Designer Deanna Marsigliese takes us through the process of character creation and the artistic detours that often come with it.10CC14minNov 13, 2020
3. Inspired: Steven Hunter, For That KidGrowing up in a small town in Canada, Steven Hunter never felt like he saw himself represented in cartoons and comic books. After getting the opportunity to direct a Pixar SparkShort, Steven was inspired by his own life to create 'Out,' a unique and vulnerable story he wished he saw in his youth.10CC12minNov 13, 2020
4. Inspired: Jessica Heidt, Who Gets All the Lines?Script Supervisor Jessica Heidt manages endless lines of dialogue. Through her script access, she detected a disparity in male to female roles, motivating her to create a program to improve gender balance throughout Pixar's films and the greater film industry.10CC14minNov 13, 2020
5. Inspired: Dan Scanlon, Where Ideas Come FromInspiration can be hard to come by. Sometimes it takes years to find, while other times it's been right under your nose. Director Dan Scanlon takes us on a personal journey of inspiration that led to his film, Onward.10CC16minNov 13, 2020
6. Portraits: Cynthia Lusk, Director of International ProductionDirector of International Production Cynthia Lusk takes us into the fascinating world of localization. From translations to graphics to even changes in animation, Cynthia and her team work to make sure that Pixar’s films can connect and resonate to fans and families throughout the world.10CC14minFeb 12, 2021
7. Portraits: Marylou Jaso, Pastry ChefMarylou Jaso has the sweetest job at Pixar - literally. As Pixar's Pastry Chef, she spends each day creating the confections and sweet treats that delight, inspire, and help feed the studio's creativity.10CC12minFeb 12, 2021
8. Portraits: Rachelle Federico, Production AssistantAs Production Assistant on Pixar's Soul, Rachelle Federico hard work might not always be that glamorous, but she considers it an important and essential need in the creation of an animated film.10CC13minFeb 12, 2021
9. Portraits: Barney Jones, Music EditorAs a Music Editor, Barney Jones uses these talents to help shape the storytelling and emotion of a Pixar film.10CC15minFeb 12, 2021
10. Portraits: Patty Bonfilio, Director of Facility OperationsNo two days are the same for Patty Bonfilio. Join her on a VIP tour of the grounds and all of its hidden gems.10CC14minFeb 12, 2021
11. Foundations: Recipe for a MovieHow exactly are animated films made using computer graphics? Pixar’s creative minds introduce and break down how a movie is made through understandable explanations using metaphors and examples.10CC12minMar 26, 2021
12. Foundations: Creating CharactersFrom cars to fish to toys to superheroes, Pixar characters have unique personalities, designs, and traits. Join Pixar’s character artists and designers as they break down the process of developing a new character.10CC13minMar 26, 2021
13. Foundations: Through the LensCamerawork is just as crucial in animation as it is in live action. Pixar’s layout artists explain the craft behind camera and staging, showcasing how camera positioning enhances emotion within a story.10CC13minMar 26, 2021
14. Foundations: Animation and ActingAnimation brings characters to life by making them move, feel, think, and talk. Pixar animators take us through the artistry of how they breathe life into characters authentically and explain the importance of acting (and eyebrows) in their craft.10CC14minMar 26, 2021
15. Foundations: Color, Light, and EmotionLight and color are essential in conveying the time of day, creating unique worlds, and even evoking emotion. Pixar lighting directors and artists reveal how they illuminate a scene and how they utilize light and color for everything from terrifying twists to signature Pixar tearjerkers.10CC12minMar 26, 2021
16. Unpacked: About TimeHow can the passage of time be utilized as a tool for emotional storytelling?10CC13minMay 21, 2021
17. Unpacked: Everybody Loves a VillainFrom Ernesto de La Cruz to Lotso to Hopper, foes of all shapes and sizes are essential to many of our favorite Pixar movies. But what makes a good villain?10CC12minMay 21, 2021
18. Unpacked: The Squint TestPixar characters strive to strike a balance between realistic and caricatured.10CC12minMay 21, 2021
19. Unpacked: Inner DriveBeyond the world of Cars, vehicles of all kinds have made their mark throughout Pixar’s films.10CC12minMay 21, 2021
20. Unpacked: No Small RolesTake a deep dive into the art of crowds animation. Each of your favorite Pixar characters live in worlds populated by fellow fish, cars, toys, and humans, but creating thousands of these fully animated background characters is no easy feat.10CC10minMay 21, 2021
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You know their stories. Now meet the storytellers.
This documentary series of personal and cinematic stories that provide an inside look into the people, artistry, and culture of Pixar Animation Studios.
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- Pixar
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