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4.5 stars!
This book was really informative. I liked how all the more complicated steps of how they did something with the computers and why that was significant was explained. I do not know much about animation or about computers, but I was able to understand what was being said which was nice.
My only big complaint is the epilogue. It felt really disjointed and it was not a satisfying ending. I think it might have been better to end on a more hopeful note for the whole team and not just for Lasseter. It would have felt more connected to the opening if it had closed that way.
There were a few times when I felt like I was reading unnecessary details, but it wasn't frequent and most of the time things connected to relevant pieces of information.
The only topic I wish was explored more in this book is Pixar's use of "Easter eggs". A few of the more popular ones were indirectly mentioned a few times, but I think a little more time on them or on some of the more obscure ones would have been nice.
This book was really informative. I liked how all the more complicated steps of how they did something with the computers and why that was significant was explained. I do not know much about animation or about computers, but I was able to understand what was being said which was nice.
My only big complaint is the epilogue. It felt really disjointed and it was not a satisfying ending. I think it might have been better to end on a more hopeful note for the whole team and not just for Lasseter. It would have felt more connected to the opening if it had closed that way.
There were a few times when I felt like I was reading unnecessary details, but it wasn't frequent and most of the time things connected to relevant pieces of information.
The only topic I wish was explored more in this book is Pixar's use of "Easter eggs". A few of the more popular ones were indirectly mentioned a few times, but I think a little more time on them or on some of the more obscure ones would have been nice.
I liked reading about the history of Pixar. It also included some background/insight on other studios (LucasFilm, Disney) and insight on how the films were created.
Pixar's story is surprising at times, but this isn't as dramatic a ride as I might of expected. The best part of these guys' story is that they took a technology that didn't even fully exist yet and saw potential to tell stories through it. Stories are the bedrock of Pixar and they worked hard to make quality visuals to go along with their playful stories. That's how they were able to contend with Disney Animation and rise to such great stardom. I loved this book for its telling of how Pixar continued to focus on stories even when everyone wanted them to focus solely on technology.
I loved that Ed Catmull was such a cool guy. What a stud. He's studied at University of Utah when it was the computer graphics capital of the world and he got himself to the right place at the right time. He's inspiring.
I appreciated another vantage point on Steve Jobs through the lens of Pixar's development. He ultimately owned a huge chunk of Pixar and it was very much his refuge during the time he was ostracized from Apple. Strangely enough, he wasn't very visionary about the storytelling (film-making) aspect of Pixar, instead banking on the technology output of the company. But he did make some bold moves in not selling and IPOing right after Toy Story debuted. A really gutsy move that paid off handsomely.
The legend of John Lasseter wasn't really broken down as much as I would've liked. I know he's amazing at telling stories and he was a whiz at animating in university, but I still don't quite understand how he came to be considered such a creative/storytelling powerhouse leading up to Pixar's formation. He's like the Elvis of 3D animation, though. Mystery or no mystery.
Makes me want to animate...
I loved that Ed Catmull was such a cool guy. What a stud. He's studied at University of Utah when it was the computer graphics capital of the world and he got himself to the right place at the right time. He's inspiring.
I appreciated another vantage point on Steve Jobs through the lens of Pixar's development. He ultimately owned a huge chunk of Pixar and it was very much his refuge during the time he was ostracized from Apple. Strangely enough, he wasn't very visionary about the storytelling (film-making) aspect of Pixar, instead banking on the technology output of the company. But he did make some bold moves in not selling and IPOing right after Toy Story debuted. A really gutsy move that paid off handsomely.
The legend of John Lasseter wasn't really broken down as much as I would've liked. I know he's amazing at telling stories and he was a whiz at animating in university, but I still don't quite understand how he came to be considered such a creative/storytelling powerhouse leading up to Pixar's formation. He's like the Elvis of 3D animation, though. Mystery or no mystery.
Makes me want to animate...
For real connoisseurs of 3D animation. The language is a bit technical. As one from the club I personally like it
Who doesn't love Pixar? There are plenty of technical how-it's-made videos on YouTube so it's fun to get a peek behind the business of our fave animation house. Ever wonder why a bugs life and antz came out at the same time? This is your book.
informative
Wonderful book- so much detail- really enjoyed listening to this right before we leave for Disney.
As an animated movie fan, loved this book!
কয়েকজন মানুষের কম্পিউটার এনিমেশনের প্রতি ভালোবাসা থেকে কিভাবে আজকের এই পিক্সার ইনকর্পোরেটেড তৈরি হলো, সেই চমৎকার গল্পটা তুলে ধরা হয়েছে। শুরুর কষ্ট, লুকাস ফিল্ম থেকে স্টিভ জবসের মালিকানায় আসা, এরপর ডিজনির সাথে চুক্তিতে এসে সত্যিকারের পূর্ণদৈর্ঘ্যের ছবি বানানো- সবকিছুর বর্ণনা পড়ে মুগ্ধ হয়েছি। টয় স্টোরি, ফাইন্ডিং নিমোর মত প্রিয় ছবিগুলো বানানোর পেছনের পরিশ্রম, গবেষণার কাহিনীগুলো অসাধারণ লেগেছে।
সব মিলিয়ে, এনিমেটেড মুভি পছন্দ করে থাকলে এই বইটা must read.
কয়েকজন মানুষের কম্পিউটার এনিমেশনের প্রতি ভালোবাসা থেকে কিভাবে আজকের এই পিক্সার ইনকর্পোরেটেড তৈরি হলো, সেই চমৎকার গল্পটা তুলে ধরা হয়েছে। শুরুর কষ্ট, লুকাস ফিল্ম থেকে স্টিভ জবসের মালিকানায় আসা, এরপর ডিজনির সাথে চুক্তিতে এসে সত্যিকারের পূর্ণদৈর্ঘ্যের ছবি বানানো- সবকিছুর বর্ণনা পড়ে মুগ্ধ হয়েছি। টয় স্টোরি, ফাইন্ডিং নিমোর মত প্রিয় ছবিগুলো বানানোর পেছনের পরিশ্রম, গবেষণার কাহিনীগুলো অসাধারণ লেগেছে।
সব মিলিয়ে, এনিমেটেড মুভি পছন্দ করে থাকলে এই বইটা must read.
FANTASTIC book as it really gives u an in-depth history of the birth and coming of age of Pixar. This is a MUST READ for geeks (especially computer scientists and multimedia artists and engineers) who are into animation as it explains some theories and processes they used and created for Pixar. Couldn't help spazzing at some points. The book did feel that it had TOO much to tell sometimes and the ending was just a bit rushed. There wasn't really a solid conclusion and the latter part of the book felt rushed. Otherwise a really good read on Pixar. I have loved Pixar ever since it featured Toy Story (their films have influenced a lot of my major decisions) and I have grown to love it more especially learning about its history. Every film is a testament to their hard work and passion. Really inspirational read.
