Episode 012 of The Pixar Post Podcast

In episode 012 of the Pixar Post Podcast we discuss:

• Discussion of Brad Bird's interview with The Hollywood Reporter mentioning that he has thought of a potential sequel to The Incredibles.
• Discussion of Toy Story of Terror TV short.
• Announcement of our Monsters University character Twitter accounts.
• Part two in our three-part series discussing our visit to Pixar Animation Studios for the Monsters University press event.
• Audio and discussions around "Sociology 203: The Deconstruction of a Character" with Jason Deamer (Character Art Designer) and Ricky Nierva (Production Designer).
• Audio and discussions around "Dramatic Arts: Bringing a Character to Life" with Scott Clark (Supervising Animator).
• Audio and discussions around "English 101: How to Tell a Great Story" with Kelsey Mann (Story Supervisor).
• The Monsters University Pixar Press Event Day One recap.
• The Monsters University Pixar Press Event Day Two recap.

Feel free to listen to the Podcast using the player below, subscribe and listen directly in iTunes, or subscribe and listen on Stitcher.

Don't miss next week as we wrap up our three-part series where we discuss the more technical elements of Monsters University - from global illumination to a round-table discussion with the films producer, Kori Rae!

Pixar Post - T.J. and Julie

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Monsters University Soundtrack Now Available for Pre-order

Randy Newman's exceptional ear and feel for music have gone back to school - Monsters University that is! Officially releasing on June 18, 2013, the Monsters University soundtrack is now available for pre-order on Amazon.

 

After attending a pre-screening of Monsters University, we can attest that the score of this film not only makes the viewers feel the element of fun and emotions of college, but it adds so much depth to the film itself. The soundtrack, which is primarily composed by Newman also features a track by Axwell & Sebastian Ingrosso of Swedish House Mafia - a track that will have you dancing from your seat in the theater!

Track Listings - Some of the track titles may allude to spoilers in the film.

1. Main Title
2. Young Michael
3. First Day at MU
4. Dean Hardscrabble
5. Sulley
6. Scare Pig
7. Wasted Potential
8. Oozma Kappa
9. Stinging Glow Urchin
10. Field Trip
11. Rise and Shine
12. The Library
13. Roar (Axwell & Sebastian Ingrosso of Swedish House Mafia)
14. The Scare Games
15. Did You Do This?
16. Human World
17. The Big Scare
18. Goodbyes
19. Mike and Sulley
20. Monsters University

Related Posts
- Monsters University Press Event: Day One
- Monsters University Press Event: Day Two
- Monsters University characters on Twitter
- Advanced Screening of Monsters University Review
- Custom Monsters University letterman sweatshirt and OOZMA KAPPA t-shirt

Pixar Post - Julie & T.J.
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Incredibles Sequel - Brad Bird Would Consider It!

In a recent interview with The Hollywood Reporter (as spotted on IGN), The Incredibles director, Brad Bird discussed the potential for the frequently fan-requested sequel, "I have been thinking about it. People think that I have not been, but I have". This is great news as Pixar fans have requested more from The Incredibles than any other film. Check out all of Brad's comments regarding the film below and be sure to check out the full article for additional discussions (not regarding Pixar).

What are the chances we’ll ever see an Incredibles 2?

"I love those characters and love that world. I am stroking my chin and scratching my head. I have many, many elements that I think would work really well in another [Incredibles] film, and if I can get ‘em to click all together, I would probably wanna do that. I like the idea of moving a little more quickly in films. I’m looking for ways to accelerate the pace a little bit and figure out a way to keep creative control over these movies to a level where I’m comfortable with the end result but also speed them up a bit and make more of them. I have many different films I wanna make. It’s like a big airplane hangar and I have different projects on the floor; half-assembled in my brain. I’m interested in all of them. You kind of have to move on the ones people are willing to pay for and the ones you’re most excited about."

It's important to note that Bird is not confirming that he is (or will be) working on an Incredibles sequel, but it merely lends some hope to a topic that he hasn't addressed previously. That being said, we're as excited as everyone else about the potential of a follow up to the amazing movie!

Pixar Post - T.J. & Julie
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New Monsters University Teaser - Teacher's Pet vs. Party Animal

The official Disney•Pixar YouTube channel has just uploaded a new 30-second teaser that highlights more of the tumultuous relationship between Mike and Sulley. In the video, titled Teacher's Pet vs. Party Animal, we see Mike showcasing his educational skills as Sulley shows off his natural strength and scaring abilities. Watch as Mike and Sulley's skills clash and collide to form the perfect partnership.

Pixar Post - T.J.

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Monsters University Characters on Twitter

Twitter and other various forms of social media have changed the way that we connect with each other in the "human" world and it only makes sense that it would be the same in the "monster" world. Various characters from the upcoming Monsters University film are now on Twitter exchanging their thoughts 140 characters at a time.

  

The entire OOZMA KAPPA and ROAR OMEGA ROAR brothers all have accounts along with Ms. Squibbles, Brock Pearson, Claire Wheeler and Turner Dourner. Be sure to follow along to see what hilarity ensues between this cast of characters!

UPDATE May 16, 2013: Here is the official list of Monsters University characters that you can follow:

OOZMA KAPPA - @OOZMAKAPPA
Art - @DreamJournalArt
Scott "Squishy" Squibbles - @ScottSquibbles
Terry Perry - @Terry__Perry
Terri Perry - @Terri__Perry
Don Carlton - @Don_Carlton
Mike Wazowski - @MikeWazowskiMU
Sully - @SulleyMU
Ms. Squibbles - @MsSquibbles

ROAR OMEGA ROAR - @RoarOmegaRoar
Johnny Worthington III - @JWorthingtonIII
Chet Alexander - @ChetAlexanderMU
Javier Rios - @JavierRiosMU
Reggie Jacobs - @ReggieJacobsMU
Chip Goff - @ChipGoff
Randall Boggs - @RandallBoggsMU

Brock Pearson - @BrockPearsonMU
Claire Wheeler - @ClaireWheelerMU
Turner Dourton - @TurnerDourton
Fungus - @FungusMU
George Sanderson - @GSandersonMU
JAWS THETA CHI - @JOXFraternity
Fear Tech - @Fear_Tech
StinkBats - @StinkBats 


Related Posts
- Monsters University Pixar Press Event Day One and Day Two
- Advanced Screening of Monsters University Review
- Custom Monsters University letterman sweatshirt and OOZMA KAPPA t-shirt
- Episode 011: The Pixar Post Podcast Monsters University Press Event

Pixar Post - Julie & T.J.

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VanArts Pixar Artist Masterclass - San Diego 2013 Event Registration Now Open

At the end of March we noted that the Pixar Artist Masterclass (presented by VanArts) was coming to New York on June 14-16, 2013 and now the west coast has a course scheduled as well. You can now register for the San Diego, California course (on July 26-27 at the Horton Grand Theater) and experience the amazing story development presentation from Pixarians, Matthew Luhn and Andrew Gordon.

So, how does the course break down -

• DAY 1 - Friday Story Development Instructor Matthew Luhn 9:00am - 5:00pm
• Developing Ideas & Stories
• 3-Act Story Structure
• Character Development on Monsters University
• Gags
• Storyboarding from a Script
• Composing Storyboards
• Line & Value
• Q & A
• DAY 2 - Saturday Animation Instructor Andrew Gordon 9:00am - 5:00pm
• Pre-Production for Animation
• Physicality & Locomotion
• Pose Design in Animation
• Planning & Blocking
• Acting & Gesture for Animation
• Dialogue for Animation
• Polishing Techniques for Feature Animation
• The Demo Reel
• Q & A

If you haven't read our review of the 2012 Chicago Pixar Artist Masterclass we attended, be sure to check it out here - this is an invaluable experience and I would absolutely recommend this event. Register for the San Diego event by clicking here.

Pixar Post - T.J.

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Disney Infinity Gadgetorium Is Now Open

Disney Infinity's Sulley-inspired logo

The Disney Infinity Gadgetorium is now open...wait...what is the Gadgetorium? It's simply an avenue for people to view how many of the gadgets (like the toilet paper launcher and the jetpack) will work in the game - and you can vote on your favorite as well. As you vote, you'll see that Disney notes that they'll make the highest voted gadget "for real" - uh, I think we've all been waiting for a hover board since the movie Back To The Future came out. Cast your votes after watching the video below and let's see if Disney can really make one - ha!

The next round of voting will bring a new video as well which will highlight the Buzz Lightyear's jetpack and the Foam Hand Prank from the Monsters University play set.

Pixar Post - T.J.

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