Tag Archives: Pixar

Story Basics, According to Pixar

Posted on June 9, 2012 by AJ Kessler

Pixar story artist Emma Coats tweeted a series of “story basics” she had picked up during her tenure at Pixar.  These were generously compiled by The Pixar Touch: #1: You admire a character for trying more than for their successes. … Continue reading →

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Your Team Is More Important Than Your Idea

Posted on April 19, 2012 by AJ Kessler

The modern Hollywood approach was to put together a team for one project and then disband the team when production was finished.  We thought that was dumb.  When it comes down to it, the only way to make a good … Continue reading →

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Your Midsize Ego Will Ruin You

Posted on June 12, 2011 by AJ Kessler

Ego can be a very good thing.  But we’ve all seen, or been, the guy with no ego who seems to constantly get stuck in the friend-zone.  We’ve also witnessed the the downfall of many a politician, done in by … Continue reading →

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