The New York Times – Film:
The Disney-Pixar sequel was expected to make $160 million in North America over the weekend, lifting the summer box office to $1.85 billion to date.
Category: Pixar Animation Studios
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Joan Cusack, the Actress Behind Jessie in ‘Toy Story,’ Takes the Lead
The New York Times – Film:
After 27 years, the beloved cowgirl doll voiced by Cusack is finally in charge, but the actress played an important role in shaping the character early on.
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‘The Karate Kid’ and ‘Clueless’ Join National Film Registry
The New York Times – Film:
These films, along with “White Christmas” and “Inception,” are among 25 selected by the Librarian of Congress this year.
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‘Toy Story’ at 30: Animation Has Never Been the Same
The New York Times – Film:
The Pixar Era kicked off 30 years ago with the first installment of the popular franchise. It’s given us countless hits, but something has also been lost.
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‘Elemental’ Morphs From Flop to Hit, Raising Questions Along the Way
The New York Times – Film:
The Pixar film struggled at the box office initially. It has now made $500 million, but not before prompting the studio to re-examine its release strategy.
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How ‘Elemental’ Solved the Problem of Animating Air
The New York Times – Film:
The film’s director and production designer encountered challenges and took a few wrong turns as they worked on anthropomorphizing the natural world.
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Pixar’s ‘Elemental’ Falls Flat, Adding to Worries About the Brand
The New York Times – Film:
The original animated film took in $29.5 million at the box office, by far the worst opening in Pixar’s three-decade history. “The Flash,” from Warner Bros., also struggled.
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‘Elemental’ Review: Sparks Fly
The New York Times – Film:
The latest movie from Disney/Pixar tucks a romantic comedy inside a high-concept premise. It’s smoldering and splashy.
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After Pixar Ouster, John Lasseter Returns With Apple and ‘Luck’
The New York Times – Film:
John Lasseter was toppled five years ago by allegations about his workplace behavior. He’s back with an animated film and a studio that could be Pixar 2.0.