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Episode 1: Pixar

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Oct 15, 2015
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ANECDOTE

Pixar's IPO

  • Pixar's IPO in 1995 was larger than Netscape's, marking a significant milestone for tech companies.
  • This highlighted the growing influence of technology in the entertainment industry, similar to Netscape's impact on the internet.
INSIGHT

Pixar's Tech Roots

  • Pixar started as a tech company within Lucasfilm, pushing the boundaries of computer animation.
  • It evolved from creating short films and software to producing full-length animated features, demonstrating technology's potential to disrupt traditional industries.
ANECDOTE

Lasseter's Vision

  • John Lasseter, passionate about animation's storytelling potential, joined Pixar with the title 'Interface Designer'.
  • Despite limitations, he explored storytelling in the then-limited medium of computer animation, showcasing the power of vision and adapting to constraints.
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