A Movie That Generated Significant Buzz: The 25th Anniversary of “Toy Story 2”
A major hit that has continued to connect with audiences thanks to its extremely human and relatable story.
Tag Archives: Pixar
In the Center Ring (Part 14)
The last gasps of the theatrical short, then we move on to big top action from the screwball television world of Jay Ward.
Small Wonder: The 25th Anniversary of “A Bug’s Life”
In the twenty-five years since its release, this film has been somewhat overshadowed by the Pixar blockbuster films that followed.
Halloween Creature Feature: A Look Back at “Monsters, Inc.”
The story behind the childhood myth: that monsters live in the bedroom closet.
“Bear” With Her: A Celebration of Pixar’s “Brave”
The back story of the production of is one fraught with challenges, but the end result is a unique, rousing film.
The Best of the Pest: A Tiny Tribute to Pixar’s “Ratatouille”
Hailed by critics and audiences, this Oscar winning feature continues to be remembered as the movie “about cooking that stars a rat”.
We, Robots! (Part 23): Mr. DeMille, I’m Ready For My Shut-Down
A finale chapter of our survey of robots receiving star treatment in Hollywood and international animated features.
Shout-Outs and Short Takes 2021 – Part 1
Now that gift-giving season is long passed, consider this quick little book review post solely for your own enjoyment and edification.
In His Own Words: Joe Ranft
In 1999, Joe dropped by Disney Feature Animation Florida and the Disney Institute where I was an animation instructor, and I got a chance to talk with him.
Cartoons Considered For An Academy Award – 1986
Pixar’s Luxo Jr. didn’t win an Oscar – and neither did Osamu Tezuka, John Canemaker or Wendy Tilby among many other notable filmmakers in 1986. Here’s an overview of the field.
