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“‘Elio’ Just Becomes About Totally Nothing” – Former Pixar Staffers Speak Out on Erasure of Queer Themes and Production Woes In New Animated Film

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A new report from The Hollywood Reporter alleges that Disney and Pixar’s latest animated film, “Elio,” saw major story changes following one unfortunate test screening, as well as an overall erasure of the film’s originally intended queer themes. “Elio” Production Changes and Pixar’s Continued Erasure of Queer Themes In the report, it is alleged that … Read more

‘Stop Complaining’ Pixar Urges Public to Show Disney Pixar Elio Movie Support in Theaters with Popular TikTok Trend

Split image: Left, woman in car with "stop complaining that Disney doesn't make original stories." Right, same woman holds up a Pixar "Elio" poster.

The official Pixar account on TikTok has posted a video which urges the public to see “Elio” and other original films in theaters. Disney Pixar Elio Movie Support on TikTok Elio in Theaters Disney Marketing Efforts for Elio Movie Upcoming Pixar Films Elio Movie Review Disney Pixar Elio Movie Support on TikTok The popular new trend … Read more

Pixar Announces Original Film ‘Gatto,’ Confirms Joan Cusack Returning for ‘Toy Story 5,’ First Look at ‘Hoppers’

A black gatto strolls by a canal in a colorful, lively European city with gondolas and people in the background.

During a presentation at the Annecy Animation Festival in France, Pixar Chief Creative Officer Pete Docter showed exclusive footage from “Elio” and “Hoppers,” announced the new original film “Gatto,” and confirmed Joan Cusack is returning as Jessie in “Toy Story 5.” “Gatto” “Luca” director Enrico Casarosa and producer Andrea Warren will bring “Gatto” to life … Read more

Go to Space With the First Full Official Trailer for Pixar’s ‘Elio’

A person lies on a large sand pattern with spirals and arrows, holding a sign that reads "Aliens! Abduct Me!!!.

Pixar Animation Studios released the first full trailer and a new poster for their next feature, “Elio,” coming to theaters on June 20. “Elio” Trailer Here’s the description accompanying the new trailer: This summer, moviegoers will meet Elio, an 11-year-old whose biggest wish is to get abducted by aliens, as well as his Aunt Olga … Read more

Pixar Made Riley ‘Less Gay,’ Laid-Off Employees Lost ‘Inside Out 2’ Bonus

Three animated children in green and white jerseys cheer with hockey sticks in hand, surrounded by a lively crowd in an indoor setting.

Pixar Animation Studios’ “Inside Out 2” became the highest-grossing animated film of all time this summer, surpassing “Frozen II” and potentially kickstarting a new era for the studio. However, laid-off employees are speaking out about problems within Pixar during production. ‘Inside Out 2’ Crunch IGN spoke to 10 former Pixar employees about the company’s layoffs … Read more

Release Dates Set for Disney’s ‘Frozen III’ and Pixar’s ‘Hoppers’

A cartoon beaver runs excitedly through a lab, causing papers to fly, while a surprised scientist with curly hair and glasses stumbles backward. A person in a helmet sits in the background.

Two films recently highlighted during D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event — Disney’s “Frozen III” and Pixar’s “Hoppers” — now have release dates. Release Dates for ‘Frozen III’ and ‘Hoppers’ According to Deadline, “Frozen III” will hit the big screen just before Thanksgiving on Wednesday, November 24, 2027. Though not many details about the upcoming … Read more

Pixar’s Elio Gets New Concept Art and Release Date

A young boy, Elio, and a friendly creature smile while riding a transparent, glowing surfboard through a colorful, cosmic landscape, both holding glowing bottles. This heartwarming Disney-Pixar scene captures the magic of friendship and adventure.

The new Disney/Pixar film “Elio” has received new concept art and a new release date ‘Elio’ Release Date and Concept Art Disney/Pixar’s “Elio” will be released on June 13, 2025. Zoe Saldana has joined the cast and will play Elio’s aunt. Yonas Kibreab stars as Elio, along with America Ferrera as Elio’s mom, Olga; Jameela … Read more

Logo Revealed for ‘Inside Out’ Disney+ Series

A presenter stands on a stage at the D23 event, with a large screen behind them displaying "Disney & Pixar Present Dream Productions Streaming 2025" and a Disney+ logo in the corner.

At D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event, Pixar revealed the logo for “Dream Productions,” a new “Inside Out” Disney+ series. ‘Dream Productions’ The logo features yellow text on a purple and pink background. As previously announced, “Dream Productions” will release in 2025. It’s set between “Inside Out” and “Inside Out 2,” which made a splash … Read more

‘Inside Out 2’ Becomes Highest-Grossing U.S.A. Release of 2024

Three animated children in green and white jerseys cheer with hockey sticks in hand, surrounded by a lively crowd in an indoor setting.

After just over a week in theaters, “Inside Out 2” is officially the highest-grossing North American release of 2024 so far. The film has pulled $285.7 million domestically, passing “Dune: Part Two,” which made $282M. (via Variety) It already broke the year’s record for Thursday night previews. It then had the second-largest opening weekend for … Read more

‘Inside Out 2’ Has Highest-Grossing Tuesday Ever for an Animated Film

Two animated characters, one blue and one yellow, stand surrounded by glowing vertical lines in a dark, fantastical environment reminiscent of Inside Out 2.

Pixar’s “Inside Out 2” brought in $29.1 million on Tuesday, June 18, making it the highest-grossing Tuesday ever for an animated film. ‘Inside Out 2’ Box Office Results The previous record holder was Pixar’s “Incredibles 2,” which earned $27 million on its first Tuesday. Overall, “Inside Out 2” had the eighth-highest-grossing Tuesday ever and the … Read more

‘Inside Out 2’ Expected to Have Biggest Domestic Box Office So Far This Year

Anxiety, an orange cartoon character, about to push buttons on a control panel in Inside Out 2

According to Deadline, tracking of Disney and Pixar’s “Inside Out 2” indicates it will have the biggest domestic box office year-to-date. ‘Inside Out 2’ Poised to Have Biggest Domestic Box Office of 2024 “Inside Out 2” will be released on June 14, Father’s Day weekend. Experts predict its three-day opening will be between $80 million … Read more

Pixar Lays Off 14% of Workforce As Part of Disney’s Company-Wide Cost-Cutting Measures

The previously rumored layoffs have begun at Pixar Animation Studios, according to The Hollywood Reporter. Pixar Layoffs Amid Company Restructuring Leadership at Pixar will notify employees today of the reduction in staffing, with this marking he largest restructuring in the company’s history. However, top leadership will not be impacted. According to the report, approximately 14% … Read more

First Reservation-Free Good to Go Days Announced for Walt Disney World Annual Passholders, First New Characters Installed on Tiana’s Bayou Adventure at Magic Kingdom, & More: Daily Recap (1/11/24)

We bring you a lot of stories every single day. Sometimes it’s hard to keep up. So in case you missed anything from our feed, we have rounded up all our stories in one place to get the news at a glance. Here is your Daily Recap for Thursday, January 11, 2024. Walt Disney World Magic … Read more

Pixar and Walt Disney Animation Studios Offering Sneak Peeks of ‘Strange World,’ ‘Elemental,’ and More During D23 Expo 2022

D23 has announced the Pixar and Walt Disney Animation Studios “Looking Ahead” panel for D23 Expo 2022. The studios will offer sneak peeks at the upcoming films “Strange World” and “Elemental,” and more. Looking Ahead With the Walt Disney StudiosFriday, September 9, 3:30 PM, Hall D23 On Friday, September 9, thousands of Disney fans will … Read more

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