Pixar’s Courageous Experiment: Inside the Making of ‘Dream Productions’
When Pixar announced "Dream Productions," a new animated series set within the world of the popular Inside Out franchise, many were excited for Riley’s return. However, behind the scenes, "Dream Productions" was an ambitious experiment in cost-effective animation, pushing Pixar’s workflow to its limits.
Bill Wise, a veteran Pixar visual effects supervisor, found himself at the forefront of this experiment as he oversaw the production, which coincided with significant shifts at the studio. The results were remarkable, revealing valuable insights into production innovations and forced Pixar to confront its established pyramid structure.
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