Finding Nemo with Rebecca Alter
Summary
Griffin, David, and guest Rebecca Alter discuss Pixar’s *Finding Nemo*, praising its emotional depth, animation, and lack of a traditional villain. They analyze the film’s box office history, comparing it to *Shrek 2* and *Toy Story 3*, while debating Pixar’s unified theory of consciousness. The hosts also touch on Andrew Stanton’s filmography, the upcoming *Cars* baby show, and share anecdotes about trivia nights and *Malignant*.
Topics discussed
Intro, Hail Mary, and Pixar filmography rankings
Disney direct-to-video sequels and theme park rides
Pixar's origins, Toy Story development, and Andrew Stanton
Finding Nemo's creation, Ellen DeGeneres, and Dory's character
Sponsors and the opening scene of Finding Nemo
The shark scene, Bruce, and the pelican sequence
The tank gang, Dory's memory, and the whale scene
The climax, Marlin's growth, and the ending
Box office success, 2003 cinema landscape, and awards
Finding Nemo musical, Epcot attractions, and outro
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