Plot Synopsis

INSIDE PIXAR is a documentary series of personal and cinematic stories that provide an inside look into the people, artistry, and culture of Pixar Animation Studios. On Friday, November 13, 2020 at 3:01am ET/12:01am PT, Disney+ released the first collection of episodes, which included five 10-minute stories with a common theme of being "Inspired":

"Inspired: Kemp Powers, Writing Something Real": 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.

Inspired: Deanna Marsigliese, The Art of the Pivot": 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.

"Inspired: Steven Hunter, For That Kid": 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.

"Inspired: Jessica Heidt, Who Gets All the Lines?": 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.

"Inspired: Dan Scanlon, Where Ideas Come From": 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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A second batch of episodes dropped on Friday, February 12, 2021 at 3:01am ET/12:01am PT on Disney+. Season 2 of this documentary series continues to provide an inside look into the people, artistry, and culture of Pixar Animation Studios with episodes having a theme of "Portraits":

"Portraits: Patty Bonfilio, Director of Facility Operations": No two days are the same for Patty Bonfilio. From hosting major events to outfitting offices to simply keeping the studio running, Patty is at the center of it all. As Pixar's Director of Facility Operations, she knows the inner workings of Pixar's campus and culture like no one else. Join her on a VIP tour of the grounds and all of its hidden gems. Directed by Erica Milsom.

"Portraits: Rachelle Federico, Production Assistant": Rachelle Federico always dreamt of working at Pixar, even if it meant a complete career overhaul. As Production Assistant on Pixar's Soul, her hard work might not always be that glamorous, but she considers it an important and essential need in the creation of an animated film. Plus, she's loving every minute of it. Directed by Tony Kaplan.

"Portraits: Barney Jones, Music Editor": Barney Jones is a master of many musical instruments and styles. As a Music Editor, he uses these talents to help shape the storytelling and emotion of a Pixar film. During his free time, he uses these same talents to make Pixar just a little more magical and fun. Directed by Erica Milsom.

"Portraits: Cynthia Lusk, Director of International Production": 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. Directed by Erica Milsom.

"Portraits: Marylou Jaso, Pastry Chef": 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. Directed by Tony Kaplan.