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Pixar’s Ed Catmull: Throw out your rules

Masters of Scale

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Pixar's Rise: From Vision to Collaboration

This chapter explores Steve Jobs' transformative decision to acquire Lucasfilm's computer graphics division, paving the way for Pixar's creation and its partnership with Disney. It highlights the challenges Pixar faced in its early days, their innovative approach to animation, and the critical moment when they transitioned from short films to a full-length feature. The narrative focuses on resilience amid creative pressures, underscoring the importance of equal partnership in shaping Pixar's successful journey in the animation industry.

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