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ALISHA? – In Disney and Pixar’s “Lightyear,” Buzz (voice of Chris Evans) returns to the planet he’s been marooned on for decades after a monumental test flight. But things have changed while he was away. When he runs into Izzy Hawthorne (voice of Keke Palmer), he mistakes her for her grandmother Alisha—Buzz’s best friend and commander. Peter Sohn lends his voice to Buzz’s dutiful robot companion, Sox. Directed by Angus MacLane (co-director “Finding Dory”) and produced by Galyn Susman (“Toy Story That Time Forgot”), the sci-fi action-adventure opens in U.S. theaters on June 17, 2022. © 2022 Disney/Pixar. All Rights Reserved.

‘Lightyear’ review: Pixar reshapes the stubborn space ranger into a relatable hero and almost takes representation to infinity and beyond [Grade: B]

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‘Lightyear’ review: Pixar reshapes the stubborn space ranger into a relatable hero and almost takes representation to infinity and beyond [Grade: B]

Ryan McQuade June 13, 2022

When it comes to Pixar, the best animated film studio in the world, there is just one thing you can’t count out, and that is... Read More

‘Luca’ review: Pixar’s latest shines with simple storytelling, gorgeous animation and one of the best endings Pixar has ever produced

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‘Luca’ review: Pixar’s latest shines with simple storytelling, gorgeous animation and one of the best endings Pixar has ever produced

Ryan McQuade June 16, 2021

There is something special about seeing a new Pixar film and experiencing the magic being presented to you within a thrilling new world. They have... Read More

Set in a beautiful seaside town on the Italian Riviera, Disney and Pixar’s “Luca” is a coming-of-age story about a boy and his newfound best friend experiencing an unforgettable summer filled with gelato, pasta and endless scooter rides. But their fun is threatened by a secret: they are sea monsters from another world. “Luca” is directed by Enrico Casarosa (“La Luna”) and produced by Andrea Warren (“Lava,” “Cars 3”). © 2020 Disney/Pixar. All Rights Reserved.

Interview: ‘Luca’ Visual Effects Supervisor Jon Reisch on the complex shape of water and creating an idyllic Italian seaside town

Dewey Singleton May 27, 2021

Jon Reisch has been at the forefront of Pixar‘s dominance of the animation landscape for 17 years. He’s been involved in everything ranging from Up to Cars... Read More

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Reflections from the ‘Luca’ first look press event

Dewey Singleton April 28, 2021

Disney and Pixar are going to take us all on a fantastic journey this June to the Italian Riviera. Luca is a rich and vibrant... Read More

In Pixar Animation Studios’ “22 vs. Earth,” new soul 22 (voice of Tina Fey) enlists a gang of five other new souls in her rebellious refusal to go to Earth. But her cohorts’ activities lead to unexpected results. Set before the events of Disney and Pixar’s “Soul,” “22 vs. Earth” is directed by Kevin Nolting and produced by Lourdes Alba. © 2021 Disney/Pixar. All Rights Reserved.

Interview: Kevin Nolting, director of the soulful new Pixar short ’22 vs. Earth’ [VIDEO]

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Interview: Kevin Nolting, director of the soulful new Pixar short ’22 vs. Earth’ [VIDEO]

Dewey Singleton April 27, 2021

A new short from Pixar animation, ’22 vs. Earth’ is set to debut on Disney+ on April 30th. The short is directed by Pixar veteran... Read More

FINAL 2021 Oscar Predictions: ANIMATED FEATURE

Erik Anderson April 20, 2021

Since the creation of the Animated Feature Oscar in 2001, Pixar films have won 10 times out of 13 nominations in those 20 years. Ironically,... Read More

Disney and Pixar’s “Luca” is a coming-of-age story about a boy sharing summer adventures with a newfound best friend. But their fun is threatened by a secret: they are sea monsters from another world just below the water’s surface. Directed by Enrico Casarosa (“La Luna”) and produced by Andrea Warren (“Lava,” “Cars 3”), “Luca” opens in U.S. theaters June 18, 2021. © 2021 Disney/Pixar. All Rights Reserved.

Teaser: Pixar’s Italian seaside coming of age story ‘Luca’

Erik Anderson February 25, 2021

Set in a beautiful seaside town on the Italian Riviera, Disney and Pixar’s original feature film Luca is a coming-of-age story about one young boy... Read More

LFF Review: ‘Soul’ is consistently charming even as it treads familiar ground

Alistair Ryder October 12, 2020

Despite manufacturing more thankless sequels than original films, Pixar’s name has only become increasingly synonymous with emotionally charged storytelling in the past decade – and... Read More

Disney/Pixar’s ‘Soul’ moves to Christmas with exclusive Disney+ debut

Erik Anderson October 8, 2020

The Walt Disney Company announced today that “Soul,” the all-new original feature from Pixar Animation Studios, will debut exclusively on Disney+ on December 25, 2020.... Read More

First look at new Disney/Pixar release ‘Luca’

Erik Anderson July 30, 2020

Academy Award–nominated Enrico Casarosa directs the Italian Riviera-based story, set for release Summer 2021 Pixar Animation Studios announced today that its next feature film release... Read More