Inside Pixar: Season 1

Inspiration can be hard to come by. Sometimes it takes... More 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.

Director of International Production Cynthia Lusk takes us into the... More 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.

Marylou Jaso has the sweetest job at Pixar - literally.... More 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.

As Production Assistant on Pixar's Soul, Rachelle Federico hard work... More might not always be that glamorous, but she considers it an important and essential need in the creation of an animated film.

As a Music Editor, Barney Jones uses these talents to... More help shape the storytelling and emotion of a Pixar film.

No two days are the same for Patty Bonfilio. Join... More her on a VIP tour of the grounds and all of its hidden gems.

How exactly are animated films made using computer graphics? Pixar’s... More creative minds introduce and break down how a movie is made through understandable explanations using metaphors and examples.

From cars to fish to toys to superheroes, Pixar characters... More have unique personalities, designs, and traits. Join Pixar’s character artists and designers as they break down the process of developing a new character.

Camerawork is just as crucial in animation as it is... More in live action. Pixar’s layout artists explain the craft behind camera and staging, showcasing how camera positioning enhances emotion within a story.

Animation brings characters to life by making them move, feel,... More 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.

Light and color are essential in conveying the time of... More 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.

How can the passage of time be utilized as a... More tool for emotional storytelling?

From Ernesto de La Cruz to Lotso to Hopper, foes... More of all shapes and sizes are essential to many of our favorite Pixar movies. But what makes a good villain?

Pixar characters strive to strike a balance between realistic and... More caricatured.

Beyond the world of Cars, vehicles of all kinds have... More made their mark throughout Pixar’s films.

Take a deep dive into the art of crowds animation.... More 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.