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The Best Episodes of Inside Pixar

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The Best Episodes of Inside Pixar

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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  1. Background image for Inspired: Kemp Powers, Writing Something Real
    8.0/10(1 votes)

    #1 - Inspired: Kemp Powers, Writing Something Real

    S1:E1

    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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    Director:Tony Kaplan
    Writer:Unknown
  2. Background image for Inspired: Jessica Heidt, Who Gets All the Lines?
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    #2 - Inspired: Jessica Heidt, Who Gets All the Lines?

    S1:E4

    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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    Director:Erica Milsom
    Writer:Unknown
  3. Background image for Inspired: Steven Hunter, For That Kid
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    #3 - Inspired: Steven Hunter, For That Kid

    S1:E3

    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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    Director:Tony Kaplan
    Writer:Unknown
  4. Background image for Inspired: Deanna Marsigliese, The Art of the Pivot
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    #4 - Inspired: Deanna Marsigliese, The Art of the Pivot

    S1:E2

    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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    Director:Erica Milsom
    Writer:Unknown
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    #5 - Inspired: Dan Scanlon, Where Ideas Come From

    S1:E5

    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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    Director:Tony Kaplan
    Writer:Unknown
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    #6 - Portraits: Cynthia Lusk, Director of International Production

    S1:E6

    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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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
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    #7 - Portraits: Marylou Jaso, Pastry Chef

    S1:E7

    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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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
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    #8 - Portraits: Rachelle Federico, Production Assistant

    S1:E8

    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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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
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    #9 - Portraits: Barney Jones, Music Editor

    S1:E9

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

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
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    #10 - Portraits: Patty Bonfilio, Director of Facility Operations

    S1:E10

    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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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
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    #11 - Foundations: Recipe for a Movie

    S1:E11

    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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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
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    #12 - Foundations: Creating Characters

    S1:E12

    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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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
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    #13 - Foundations: Through the Lens

    S1:E13

    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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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
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    #14 - Foundations: Animation and Acting

    S1:E14

    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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    Director:Unknown
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    #15 - Foundations: Color, Light, and Emotion

    S1:E15

    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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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
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    #16 - Unpacked: About Time

    S1:E16

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

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
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    #17 - Unpacked: Everybody Loves a Villain

    S1:E17

    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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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
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    #18 - Unpacked: The Squint Test

    S1:E18

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

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
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    #19 - Unpacked: Inner Drive

    S1:E19

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

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    Director:Unknown
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    #20 - Unpacked: No Small Roles

    S1:E20

    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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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

Best Episodes Summary

"Inspired: Kemp Powers, Writing Something Real" is the best rated episode of "Inside Pixar". It scored 8/10 based on 1 votes. Directed by Tony Kaplan and written by Unknown, it aired on 11/13/2020. This episode scored 1.0 points higher than the second highest rated, "Inspired: Jessica Heidt, Who Gets All the Lines?".