Inside Pixar

S1:E1 Inspired: Kemp Powers, Writing Something Real

Kemp Powers discusses the personal experiences that led him to write a pivotal scene in Soul.

S1:E2 Inspired: Deanna Marsigliese, The Art of the Pivot

Deanna Marsigliese discusses character creation process and the artistic detours that come with it.

S1:E3 Inspired: Steven Hunter, For That Kid

Steven Hunter describes how his past experiences influenced his SparkShorts film, 'Out.'

S1:E4 Inspired: Jessica Heidt, Who Gets All the Lines?

Jessica Heidt explains the program she created to improve gender balance in Pixar films.

S1:E5 Inspired: Dan Scanlon, Where Ideas Come From

Dan Scanlon takes us on a personal journey of inspiration that led to his film, Onward.

S1:E6 Portraits: Cynthia Lusk, Director of International Production

Cynthia Lusk explains the process of translating a film so that it can be enjoyed around the world.

S1:E7 Portraits: Marylou Jaso, Pastry Chef

Marylou Jaso shows us how she creates the culinary treats that help feed the studio's creativity.

S1:E8 Portraits: Rachelle Federico, Production Assistant

Rachelle Federico gives a behind-the-scenes look at being a Production Assistant for Pixar's Soul.

S1:E9 Portraits: Barney Jones, Music Editor

Barney Jones explains the importance of music and its impact on a Pixar film.

S1:E10 Portraits: Patty Bonfilio, Director of Facility Operations

Patty Bonfilio takes us on a tour of Pixar's campus and reveals some of its hidden gems.

S1:E11 Foundations: Recipe for a Movie

Find out the ingredients involved in making a Pixar film.

S1:E12 Foundations: Creating a Character

Learn about the creative process of developing unique Pixar characters from scratch.

S1:E13 Foundations: Through the Lens

Gaze into the craft and impact of camerawork in Pixar films.

S1:E14 Foundations: Animation and Acting

Discover the artistry of bringing characters to life through animation.

S1:E15 Foundations: Color, Light and Emotion

Get illuminated on the use of light and color and how they evoke emotional connections with viewers.

S1:E16 Unpacked: About Time

Find out how Pixar utilizes the passage of time as a tool for emotional storytelling.

S1:E17 Unpacked: Everybody Loves a Villain

Discover what makes famous Pixar villains so good we love to hate them.

S1:E18 Unpacked: The Squint Test

Learn how Pixar finds the balance between caricature and realism in their characters.

S1:E19 Unpacked: Inner Drive

Test drive the vehicles found in Pixar films, and the important role they play to story.

S1:E20 Unpacked: No Small Roles

Uncover how Pixar creates thousands of background characters to create a believable world.