New Images of Pixar's "Up"

New Logo from Pixar's new film Up

Concept & Render Comparison

Original Images here and here

The film is directed by Monsters Inc. director Pete Docter and is to be released in 3-D
Up is due for release on 29th May, 2009.

Ratatouille Blu-Ray DVD UK Release

Ratatouille released in UK on Blu-Ray Today.
Also features some great extras and Pixars latest animated short Lifted.

Order Blu-Ray version from Amazon.co.uk (UK) or from Amazon.com (US)

Recommended Animation Titles

Added a Recommended Animation Titles section.

I have included 'art of' and 'making of film' books from major studios including Pixar, ILM and Dreamworks. I have also included some of my favourite animation DVD's, Blu-Ray DVD's and Video Games.

Ratatouille Filmworks Digital Cinema

After the long wait, well it was for us here in the UK, I finally got to see Pixar's Ratatouille at The Filmworks Digital Cinema in Manchester.

I can safely say that I wasn't disappointed...

Pixar's - The Art of Ratatouille Book

Another excellent 'art of' book from Pixar. Included are many examples of pre-production sketches, maquette sculpts, animation thumbnails, digital paintings and digital renders amongst others. The book also includes fascinating development insights from some of the key artists at Pixar.

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New Pixar Book - To Infinity and Beyond!

Order the new Pixar book To Infinity and Beyond!: The Story of Pixar Animation Studios now from Amazon.co.uk (UK) or Amazon.com (US)

New Pixar Ratatouille Podcast - 'Linguini à la Carte'

The latest Ratatouille Podcast focuses on the main character Linguini. Includes a few behind the scenes insights.

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Download Hi-Res Quicktime PodCast - 'Linguini à la Carte' (44.3mb)

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Pixar Ratatouille PodCasts

Pixar Ratatouille Podcasts.

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Download Hi-Res Quicktime PodCast - 'Patton on Remy' (51.2mb)
Download Hi-Res Quicktime PodCast - 'Cooking 101' (53.4mb)
Download Hi-Res Quicktime PodCast - 'Brad Bird: The Big Cheese' (49.0mb)

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Pixar Ratatouille Podcast: Technical Ingredients

This Podcast episode takes a behind the scenes look at some of the technical innovation involved in making the film. Subjects include wet cloth dynamics, water movement and hair dynamics.

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Download Hi-Res Quicktime Podcast - 'The Technical Ingredients' (48.4mb)

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Pixar Ratatouille 9 Minute HD Preview

Pixar has just released 9 minutes of footage from Ratatouille in High Definition.
Ratatouille looks set to be the best film Pixar has produced as they raise the bar once again.

Everything about this film shouts quality, from the slick animation and beautiful style to the intriguing characters and storyline.

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Download 9 Minute Preview - Quicktime HD 1080p (733mb)
Download 9 Minute Preview - Quicktime HD 720p (623mb)
Download 9 Minute Preview - Quicktime HD 480p (273mb)

New Pixar Ratatouille HD Trailer!

Pixar's new Ratatouille Quicktime HD Trailer in glorious 1080p format.

Cars: Digital Cinema

Finally seen Pixar's latest film Cars, directed by John Lassetter, in fantastic digital format at The Light Vue Cinema in Leeds. After the initial disappointment of the first teaser trailer, I am pleased to say that Pixar have come up with the goods yet again. Oh, apart from the exception of Jeremy Clarkson as the voice of Lightning McQueen's agent. I wish directors wouldn't insist on using localised celebrity voice talent for each country. It instantly shatters the illusion. I'll definitely be buying the original US version of the DVD.
Oh, and look out for the hilarious tractor tipping scene and the equally superb end credits.

As a bonus, the new short film One Man Band written and directed by Andrew Jimenez and Mark Andrews was also shown before the main film. The film has a beautiful European style, somewhat of a departure for Pixar and has a nice simple storyline with well developed characters.

Car's CG Society Article

Car's CG Society Article

Ratatouille Teaser Trailer!

Ratatouille Teaser Trailer now available to download from the Apple Quicktime trailer site in excellent HD quality. Pixar's latest film directed by Brad Bird. Release date Summer 2007. Can't wait.

Pixar's Art of Cars

Order Pixar's The Art of Cars now from Amazon.co.uk (UK) or Amazon.com (US)

Pixar's Cars Essential Guide

Order Pixar's Cars: The Essential Guide from Amazon.co.uk (UK) or Amazon.com (US)