Relive some classic Pixar short films that were shown before major animations from the renowned studio
Like many animation studios, Pixar began its journey producing short films, responsible for helping the company evolve its animation technologies and techniques so that they could be used in its first feature films.
With the release of its feature-length films, the studio began a tradition that became a hallmark of the brand: before each feature film, a short film would be shown to capture the viewer’s attention. Over the years, this practice was abandoned by the production company, but many fans still remember the beloved productions.
With that in mind, RECREIO has brought you 5 short films for you to remember, which were shown before classic Pixar films. Check it out!
1. Bao (2018)
Aired before “The Incredibles 2,” released in 2018, “Bao” follows the story of a Chinese mother who is sad after her son leaves home. However, she gets a new chance at motherhood when one of her dumplings comes to life, making her happy again. The woman, however, soon sees the dumpling growing very quickly, and she must accept the reality that we do not remain small forever.
2. Luxo Jr. (1986)
“Luxo Jr.” was Pixar’s first short film, originally released in 1986, where we learn the story of the lampshade that became the studio’s trademark, even forming part of its logo, and being nominated for an Oscar for “Best Animated Short Film”. In 1999, this memorable production was chosen to be shown before “Toy Story 2”.
3. Bird Things (2001)
With “Monsters, Inc.”, Pixar released the short “Bird Things,” where we follow a flock of birds landing one by one on a telephone wire. However, things end up getting a little more complicated when a larger bird tries to join them, starting to be mocked by the other birds.
4. The Moon (2012)
“La Luna” was the short film shown before Pixar’s first princess film, “Brave,” in 2012. In it, we follow the story of a boy who goes for the first time to accompany his father and grandfather in their work: sweeping the stars that light up the Moon.
5. Tin Toy (1988)
The third short film made by Pixar was “Tin Toy”, released in 1988. Being the first computer-animated film to receive an Oscar, in the category “Best Animated Short Film” in 1989, the production follows a tin toy that, initially, was afraid of playing with children, but ends up realizing that being left unused is not cool. In theaters, the production was shown before the studio’s first feature film, “Toy Story”, from 1995.
Source: Recreio
