The Hidden Message in Pixar’s Films
The Hidden Message in Pixar’s Films By Kyle Munkittrick, May 14, 2011 this is how an essay should be written. the author doesn't knock you over the head with the idea that he's trying to prove. instead, he presents evidence and examples that finally lead to his conclusion [His Thesis, THEE-sis], his idea. I love Pixar. Who doesn’t? The stories are magnificently crafted, the characters are rich, hilarious, and unique, and the images are lovingly rendered. Without fail, John Ratzenberger’s iconic voice makes a cameo in some boisterous character. Even if you haven’t seen every film they’ve made (I refuse to watch Cars or its preposterous sequel) , there is a consistency and quality to Pixar’s productions that is hard to deny. Popular culture is often dismissed as empty “popcorn” fare. Animated films find themselves doubly-dismissed as “for the kids” and therefore nothing to take too seriously. Pixar has shattered those expectations ...