Finding Dory with Zach Cherry
Summary
Hosts Griffin and David are joined by guest Zach Cherry to discuss Pixar’s 2016 sequel Finding Dory. They analyze the film’s massive box office success, its place in Pixar’s shift toward sequels, and Ellen DeGeneres’ iconic voice performance. The group also debates the movie’s narrative structure, comparing it to Finding Nemo and discussing the broader landscape of animated films in 2016.
Topics discussed
Introduction and Finding Dory taglines
Pixar timeline, sequels, and box office fatigue
Ellen DeGeneres' career and sitcom history
Oscar snubs for animated films and voice actors
The Super Bowl ad and 2016 movie landscape
Disney-Pixar merger and sequel production history
Finding Dory's development and casting choices
TaskRabbit ad and Dory's memory mechanics
Quince ad and Dory's emotional journey
Supporting characters: Gerald, Becky, and Destiny
Huel ad and the beluga whale sequence
The final act and otter chase sequence
End credits song and legacy of Finding Dory
Future Pixar projects and closing thoughts
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