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“Pixar films are not realistic. They are believable for the worlds we are creating.”

Quote by John Lasseter

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John Lasseter, born on January 12, 1957, is an outstanding animator with significant contributions to the animation industry, particularly at The Walt Disney Animation Studios. He is renowned for his unique animation style and profound understanding of the art of animation. more

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