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Inside Pixar

2020

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EP1 Inspired: Kemp Powers, Writing Something Real Nov 13, 2020

Authenticity 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.
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EP2 Inspired: Deanna Marsigliese, The Art of the Pivot Nov 13, 2020

Inspiration 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.
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EP3 Inspired: Steven Hunter, For That Kid Nov 13, 2020

Growing 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.
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EP4 Inspired: Jessica Heidt, Who Gets All the Lines? Nov 13, 2020

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.
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EP5 Inspired: Dan Scanlon, Where Ideas Come From Nov 13, 2020

Inspiration 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.
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EP6 Portraits: Cynthia Lusk, Director of International Production Feb 12, 2021

Director 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.
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EP7 Portraits: Marylou Jaso, Pastry Chef Feb 12, 2021

Marylou 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.
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EP8 Portraits: Rachelle Federico, Production Assistant Feb 12, 2021

As 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.
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EP9 Portraits: Barney Jones, Music Editor Feb 12, 2021

As a Music Editor, Barney Jones uses these talents to help shape the storytelling and emotion of a Pixar film.
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EP10 Portraits: Patty Bonfilio, Director of Facility Operations Feb 12, 2021

No two days are the same for Patty Bonfilio. Join her on a VIP tour of the grounds and all of its hidden gems.
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EP11 Foundations: Recipe for a Movie Mar 26, 2021

How 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.
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EP12 Foundations: Creating Characters Mar 26, 2021

From 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.
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EP13 Foundations: Through the Lens Mar 26, 2021

Camerawork 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.
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EP14 Foundations: Animation and Acting Mar 26, 2021

Animation 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.
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EP15 Foundations: Color, Light, and Emotion Mar 26, 2021

Light 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.
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EP16 Unpacked: About Time May 21, 2021

How can the passage of time be utilized as a tool for emotional storytelling?
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EP17 Unpacked: Everybody Loves a Villain May 21, 2021

From 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?
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EP18 Unpacked: The Squint Test May 21, 2021

Pixar characters strive to strike a balance between realistic and caricatured.
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EP19 Unpacked: Inner Drive May 21, 2021

Beyond the world of Cars, vehicles of all kinds have made their mark throughout Pixar’s films.
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EP20 Unpacked: No Small Roles May 21, 2021

Take 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.
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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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W. Kamau Bell: Private School Negro

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2018 6.5
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The Problem with Apu

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United Shades of America

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W. Kamau Bell: Semi-Prominent Negro

W. Kamau Bell: Semi-Prominent Negro

2016 5.7
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I Am Road Comic

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2022 6.9
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Legends of the Hidden Temple

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Growing Fangs

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VOMO: Vote or Miss Out

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2017 6.7
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2014 6.6
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