Pete Docter: The Inside Out of Pixar's Process
Summary
Mike Birbiglia interviews Pixar chief creative officer Pete Docter about the arduous creative process behind films like Up and Inside Out. They discuss the importance of empathy over jokes, the value of specific feedback, and how the studio’s rigorous workshopping exposes directors’ weaknesses. Docter also reflects on his early days at Pixar, his friendship with Steve Jobs, and the future of animation in the age of AI.
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