Remember last week when I suggested that Pixar was a good buy prior to the release of its 3Q profit numbers. Well now I’m not alone. They’re setting a target price $15 above current levels too. ( great hand drawn promotional poster of The Incredibles from Mike Mignola (creator of Hellboy).)
This article in USAToday nicely sums up why Disney and Pixar are likely to hook up again. Also covered is a similar situation with Miramax. Yes, having the talent to produce good films is important. But almost as important is control of the film library. Disney makes huge profits every year with spinoffs, sequels, and… Read More »Overdue charges at the Film Library
Rumors continue to float regarding Pixar’s choice for a distribution partner for its films after ‘Cars’ when its current contract runs out with Disney. Variety’s latest story indicates that Pixar is in a much better position than many had previously thought. With the ability to self finance their next films in development, Pixar begins to… Read More »Pixar Partner?
Checking out the top Disney Fan Websites, here are a few of the stories and updates that have been written in the last week: Doobie, from LaughingPlace.com, checks in with his periodic LP Report concerning news and rumors from Disneyland and Disney World. WDWMagic.com, has posted a half dozen excellent updates on the latest construction… Read More »Disney Roundup: III
Looking down the Road for Pixar we have The Incredibles coming this November then Cars next year. But can these two movies continue the string of success for Pixar with each film earning more than the previous release? CNNMoney looks at the issue with an… Read More »Pixar: Hot or Not?
Pixar’s film, A Bug’s Life, is an allegory for how the oppressed can overcome their oppressors with a little help and a belief their cause is the right one. Apparently the Hamas believe the movie can help teach school age Palestinians how to become better… Read More »The World is plum messed up
Another review of the Pixar Session at Comic-con, featuring Director Brad Bird of the Incredibles, and more details on exactly what was shown to the audience, this time from JoBlo.com. JoBlo.com brings you a slightly irreverant, often insightful look at Movie News. A Good source… Read More »That’s Incredible!
Ever since The Lion King broke box office records and won a plethora of awards, pundits have predicted the rebirth of America’s love with animation. Indeed where we had 1 major studio with an animation department (well 1.5 if you include Don Bluth Animation) we… Read More »An Animation Rennaissance