The Pixar Story
| The Pixar Story | |
|---|---|
| Directed by | Leslie Iwerks |
| Written by | Leslie Iwerks |
| Produced by | Leslie Iwerks |
| Narrated by | Stacy Keach |
| Edited by | Leslie Iwerks |
| Music by | Jeff Beal |
Production company | |
| Distributed by | Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures |
Release dates | August 28, 2007 |
Running time | 87 minutes |
| Country | United States |
| Language | English |
The Pixar Story is a 2007 documentary film directed by Leslie Iwerks. The film provides an in-depth look at the history of Pixar Animation Studios, from its early days as a division of Lucasfilm to its emergence as a leading animation studio. The documentary features interviews with key figures in the company, including John Lasseter, Ed Catmull, and Steve Jobs.
Overview[edit | edit source]
The documentary chronicles the evolution of Pixar, starting with its founding in 1979 as the Graphics Group, part of the Lucasfilm Computer Division. It highlights the company's pioneering work in computer graphics and its eventual acquisition by Apple co-founder Steve Jobs in 1986. The film also covers the development of Pixar's groundbreaking software, RenderMan, and the creation of its first feature film, Toy Story.
Key Figures[edit | edit source]
- John Lasseter: A founding member of Pixar and the director of several of its early films, including Toy Story and A Bug's Life.
- Ed Catmull: Co-founder of Pixar and a key figure in the development of computer graphics technology.
- Steve Jobs: Co-founder of Apple Inc. and a major investor in Pixar, who played a crucial role in the company's growth and success.
Milestones[edit | edit source]
- 1986: Steve Jobs acquires the Graphics Group from Lucasfilm, renaming it Pixar.
- 1995: Release of Toy Story, the first feature-length film created entirely with computer-generated imagery (CGI).
- 2006: The Walt Disney Company acquires Pixar, making it a subsidiary of Disney.
Impact[edit | edit source]
The Pixar Story highlights the significant impact Pixar has had on the animation industry, revolutionizing the way animated films are made and setting new standards for storytelling and technical innovation. The documentary also explores the collaborative culture at Pixar, which has been a key factor in its success.
Related Pages[edit | edit source]
- Pixar Animation Studios
- Toy Story (1995 film)
- John Lasseter
- Ed Catmull
- Steve Jobs
- RenderMan
- The Walt Disney Company
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