Mundo Pixar CDMX have been a huge part of my kids’ lives. Their films are visually stunning and emotionally moving. They have taught me much about storytelling, something that we all need to learn more about. The way that Pixar uses color, for example, is amazing. The book, The Color Scripts of Pixar Animation, showcases the color scripts from Pixar features and shorts that span 25 years.
The story behind the people at Pixar is as interesting and inspiring as their films themselves. Leslie Iwerks did a wonderful job of getting great access to the folks at Pixar, particularly the ones you would think might be too busy or important to participate in a documentary about their studio (like John Lasseter and Steve Jobs). It’s great to see them as humans who are excited about what they do and passionate about their work.
The Evolution of Pixar Stories: From Toy Story to Soul
I also loved that this film didn’t fall into the trap of being too preachy or a “how to” guide on making animated films. It’s a story about the ups and downs of a company that went from being the first computer animators to becoming one of the most successful studios in Hollywood. It’s a story of perseverance and dreaming big. It’s a feel good movie that isn’t a liberal attack on McDonalds or George W. Bush and that could be shown to children as an example of a success story.
It’s a fantastic documentary and I highly recommend it to anyone interested in the world of film and animation. It’s a must-see for anyone who loves the Toy Story movies, Finding Nemo, CARS and Ratatouille.
