Tag: Pixar

Turning Red is a Pixar movie that departs from the traditional trajectory of the studio, but in a good way. This movie is the first time that an all female creative leadership team has created a movie for the animation studio. You might recognize writer and director Domee Shi from her animated short film, Bao…
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Pixar has gone back to their roots with their latest release, Lightyear. In 1995, Pixar made a splash with Toy Story – the first film from the new animation studio. Since then, there have been 26 Pixar films covering a wide range of topics and characters. Toy Story was such a smash hit it spawned…
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Pixar has continuously churned out entertaining movies for adults and children alike. Luca is set off the coast of Italy near a town called Portorosso. The main character is obviously and fittingly named Luca (Jacob Tremblay). He is a pre-teen sea “monster” who spends his day shepherding fish for his family. His mother, Daniela (Maya…
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Soul is the latest animated offering from Pixar, which consistently churns out memorable movies. Joe (Jamie Foxx) is a middle school band teacher with dreams of becoming a famous jazz musician. He happens to land a gig with a famous jazz musician named Dorothea. After rehearsing for the gig, Joe falls in a hole and…
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Most people tend to view animated movies as “just for kids” fare. As a huge fan of animated movies, I’m never sure whether to take that as a compliment or as an insult. Onward is the latest animated flick from Disney and it’s enjoyable regardless of what age you are. As a new subscriber to…
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Since I love animation, it’s no surprise that I love Pixar. I remember when Pixar’s first movie, Toy Story, came out. Woody and Buzz Lightyear quickly became my favorites and I was really excited to see what they’d do next. There are 20 Pixar movies out right now. I am going to attempt to watch…
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