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The Real Toys of Toy Story 2 (1999)

Pixar featured many popular toys in their first 2 films that brought notoriety and authenticity to their story. Toys like Barbie, Mrs. Potato Head, and Jessie were introduced in the sequel and are based off of real life toys. Learn more about the real life versions of some of the Toy Story and Toy Story 2 characters.

HomeKyle BallFebruary 26, 2023toystory, toystory2, pixar, inspirations, pixarfilm, pixarhistory, woody, buzz, buzz lightyearComment

Pixar Character Real Life Inspirations

Pixar writers often draw inspiration from real life people they know, celebrities, or eras. Learn more about which Pixar characters are based on real people or events.

HomeKyle BallNovember 25, 2022pixar, pixarhistory, pixarmovie, pixarfilm, pixarstudios, character, pixarcharacters, inspirations, design, ednamode, incredibles, ratatouille, cars, up, soulComment

All Pixar Production Dedications

Each Pixar film has a group of dedicated writers, animators, directors, and actors behind it. Many of the Pixar films have production dedications, honoring someone who passed away who impacted the company greatly. Learn more about who each film is dedicated to

HomeKyle BallJune 11, 2022pixar, pixarmovie, pixarfilm, pixarhistory, animation, disneyComment

The Voices Behind the Finding Nemo Fish Tank Gang

The fish tank gang of Finding Nemo has some of the most beloved Pixar characters, like Peach the starfish, Gill the mysterious moorish idol fish, and Gurgles, the germophobic fish. Learn more about the voice actors and actresses behind these iconic Finding Nemo characters.

HomeKyle BallMay 14, 2022pixar, pixarmovie, pixarfilm, findingnemo, findingdory, willemdafoe, pixarhistory, voiceactors, voiceComment

The Making of Monsters Inc.

Monsters Inc. was released almost 20 years ago, but it remains one of Pixar’s most timeless films ever. With the release of the new Monsters at Work series, let’s go back and see what it took to create Monsters Inc. in the first place. Learn more about the original storyline, the many design changes of Sulley, the voice actors, and the success of the release.