About this episode

The episode features a discussion with the filmmakers of Toy Story 5 about the creative process and innovations behind the film.

On this episode of Behind The Geeks, we go behind the scenes of Disney and Pixar’s Toy Story 5 with the filmmakers helping bring Woody, Buzz, Jessie, and the gang back to the big screen. We sit down with Director Andrew Stanton, Co-Director Kenna Harris, Producer Lindsey Collins, Production Designer Bob Pauley, and VFX Supervisor Thomas Jordan to discuss the film’s themes, visual evolution, technological innovations, and the creative process behind one of animation’s most beloved franchises. We also explore the toys that inspired their imaginations growing up, the role technology plays in children’s lives today, and the invaluable lessons they’ve taken away from their time at Pixar.

People in this episode

Guests: Andrew Stanton, Kenna Harris, Lindsey Collins, Bob Pauley, Thomas Jordan

Topics covered

• animation
• film production
• Toy Story
• Pixar
• technology
• creative process

Keywords

• Toy Story 5
• animation
• Pixar
• Andrew Stanton
• film production
• technology
• creative process

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Disney, Pixar

Books & works: Toy Story 5

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