Pixar at Disney Parks

The wonderful Disney Parks are always expanding, and of course, there's always going to be a little bit more of Pixar the more they expand.

Everyone's favorite space ranger and one of Pixar's most beloved characters, Buzz Lightyear, stars in this new promo for Disney's California Adventure in Anaheim, California. Watch as Buzz visits some of the amazing new additions to the theme park, including the highly-anticipated Cars Land, as well as some old classics.

Note to self: visit Disney's California Adventure ASAP.

Also, check out another vid showcasing the new meet-and-greet area where Merida is now positioned over at Magic Kingdom in Orlando, Florida. The way she interacts with guests is quite charming, I think, and I love that the three bear cubs are there behind her.

Also, head over to the Disney Parks Blog and check out some extremely awesome die-cast cars of the ride vehicles at Cars Land. Now that is something I want on my shelf of Pixar knick-knacks.

Pixar seems to be more and more present within the Disney Parks as we go along, and that, I must say, warms this passionate Pixar fan's heart.

New 'Brave' Featurette Focuses on Triplets

Yes, now we have another brand new featurette from Pixar's Brave to marvel at. This new video, while still narrated by the film's protagonist Merida like the previous one, gives us a closer look at some different characters – Merida's younger, mischievous triplet brothers, Hamish, Hubert, and Harris.

The triplets sure seem to be quite hungry not only for treats, but for trouble. I've said this before, but these little guys, while they have no actual spoken dialogue in the film, are probably going to become some of my favorite Pixar characters. They just seem so cute and, from what was shown in this featurette, hilarious, and quite lovable too. Don't you think so?

See the triplets in action when Brave hits theaters on June 22!

Meet the Characters of Brave!

This week was an exciting one. We got a new Brave website, a new Brave poster, and best of all, a new Brave trailer! With all the thrilling news regarding Pixar's latest film, we got to learn a little more about each of the characters.

Below are some short character bios for each of the characters from Brave. We learn a little something special about each of them!

Merida

Passionate and fiery, Merida is a headstrong teenager of royal upbringing who is struggling to take control of her own destiny. She feels most at home in the outdoors honing her impressive athletic skills as an archer and swordfighter, and racing across the magnificent Highland countryside with her faithful horse, Angus. With a spirit as vibrant as her untamed hair, Merida also has a softness of heart, especially when it comes to her wee triplet brothers.

King Fergus

Protector of his kingdom and family, King Fergus is a heroic warrior with a majestic bear cape, broad sword and a knobby peg leg – the result of his much-regaled skirmish with the demon bear Mor’du.

Queen Elinor

A vision of grave, wisdom and strength of character, Queen Elinor is fiercely dedicated to the well being of her family and kingdom. As the measure, diplomatic counterpoint to her more impulsive husband, King Fergus, Elinor carries the weight of the kingdom on her shoulders.

The Triplets

Identical triplets Harris, Hubert and Hamish are adorable, redheaded, and always ready to stir up a bit of mischief, especially if sweets are at stake.

Lord Dingwall

Grumpy and quick-tempered, the scrappy Lord Dingwall doesn’t let being height-challenged get in the way of solving his problems with fisticuffs.

Wee Dingwall

Gangly, guileless and often lost in his own head, Wee Dingwall is the awkward son of Lord Dingwall.

Lord Macintosh

The wiry, indignant and off-kilter leader of his clan, Lord Macintosh is always a heartbeat away from hysterics.

Young Macintosh

Young Macintosh knows he has it all – athletic physique, undeniable charm and long flowing locks that leave the lasses swooning in his wake.

Lord MacGuffin

Strapping Lord MacGuffin is a man of few words, though his deep voice resounds across the land demanding respect.

Young MacGuffin

Speaking an uncommon Scottish dialect that is incomprehensible to most, Young MacGuffin is a shy lad of large proportions.

Angus

Black as night with ivory muzzle and fetlocks, Angus is Merida’s powerful Clydesdale and her most trusted confidant.

Only four months to go until these characters hit the big screen in Brave on June 22!!!

(via The Pixar Times/Official Brave Website)

New 'Brave' Character Images

I recently stumbled upon these neat little images of the main characters from Pixar's next film Brave. We get a closer look at the sons of the three Lords; Dingwall, Macintosh and MacGuffin. While we saw the young sons of the Lords briefly in the trailer, this is the first time we get to more thoroughly see them.

The images appear to be from some sort of Brave card game according to Bleeding Cool. Apart from the sons of the three Lords, there are pics of Merida (above), Merida's horse (named Angus), the Triplets, Queen Elinor, King (or Lord) Fergus, and, of course, Lords Dingwall, Macintosh, and MacGuffin. Check them out below.

See all these characters in action when Brave hits theaters on June 22 this summer! Don't miss it!

Meet the Characters of Small Fry!

On the Toy Story Facebook page, Pixar has been uploading pictures and bios on some of the fantastic new fast food meal characters from "Poultry Palace", featured in the new Toy Story Toon, Small Fry. Here are the some of the new buddies Pixar has introduced to us in this new short...

Neptuna, Queen of New Nautica

For centuries, Queen Neptuna ruled the peaceful ocean kingdom of New Nautica. When her undersea home was defiled by corporate industrial waste and discount chain stores, Neptuna formed The Mermaid Battle Squadron to protect the ocean from future pollution and exploitation.

T-Bone, Leader of the Steak Force

Fearing the healthy, life-extending agenda of the evil Vegitenarians, the government established the Steak Force, a commando squad of heroic robots dedicated to mandating a meat option for every meal. Sponsored in part by The American Meat Council.

Funky Monk

Spiritual mentor to Rappin’ Robin and Lil’ Juan, Funky Monk always keeps it real and on the down low. Be it a rap battle between his boys and Producer P John or hooking up a guest-spot on the next MC Maid Marion single, Funky Monk has got your back. See Funky Monk in the CGI animated film “Rappin’ Robin in the Hood 3D,” only in theaters.

Condorman

When comic book artist Wiley Wilkins is given the opportunity to act out the pages of his greatest cartoon creation, “Condorman,” he jumps at the chance! Will Condorman defeat the evil Krokov and win the heart of the beautiful Natalia Rambova? Find out when Condorman swoops into theaters, Summer 1981.

Bozu, The Ninja Clown

Circus clown by day, 15th century ninja from feudal Japan by night, Bozu is a master of silent entertainment. Armed with his balloon katana and a cream pie, this Ninja Clown is sure to have even the grumpiest Circus audience members in stitches!

And all these are just a few of all the Fun Meal toys from the new short. Hopefully Pixar will release some more bios and pics later on, because I'd love to get to know the rest of these toys.

Small Fry is playing in theaters right now with The Muppets!

Cars 2 Character Profiles: Miles Axlerod

All people (or in this case cars) deserve a chance to turn their life around and do the right thing. Miles Axlerod is doing so by leaving behind his days of being a big oil baron, and becoming a completely eco-friendly vehicle, and creating his own alternative fuel, Allinol! It seems almost too good to be true...

Read this official description:

Miles Axlerod

Sir Miles Axlerod is a former oil baron who has sold off his fortune, converted himself into an electric vehicle and has devoted his life to finding the renewable, clean-burning energy source of the future—ultimately discovering what he believes is the fuel everyone should be using. Axlerod is also the car behind the World Grand Prix, a three-country race he created that attracts the world’s top athletes—but it’s really an excuse to show off his new wonder-fuel, Allinol.

Also, watch his turntable video:

Cars 2 Character Profiles: Rod "Torque" Redline

We've met British agents Finn and Holley, but there are spies from all over the world to stop the evil Professor Z and his gang of lemons. From the U.S.A. we have Rod "Torque" Redline, known to countless cars as the #1 American spy on the planet.

Read this official description:

Rod "Torque" Redline

Rod “Torque” Redline is considered by many as the greatest American spy in the world. Recruited after the Cold War for both his brains and brawn, Torque is a tough-as-nails Detroit muscle car with a mastery of disguises. In his latest deep-cover operation, he obtained vital information about the plot to sabotage the World Grand Prix. So Rod plans a rendezvous with his British counterparts to share his discoveries at the World Grand Prix welcome reception in Tokyo, Japan. But with the bad guys hot on his tailpipe, Rod is forced to ditch the intel early and with the first party guest he sees – a rusty American tow truck named Mater.

Also, check out his turntable video:

Cars 2 Character Profiles: Siddeley

How on Earth would Finn and Holley be able to get themselves around the globe in their top-secret missions? One answer: Siddeley the spy jet.

Read this official description:

Siddeley

Siddeley is a state-of-the-art British twin-engine spy jet. At 176 feet from nose to tail and an impressive 157-foot wingspan, the super sleek silver-bodied Siddeley streaks through international skies at record-breaking mach 1 speeds. Outfitted with all the latest in high-tech spy equipment, including cloaking technology, defensive weaponry and afterburners, Siddeley is Finn’s steadfast partner-in-fighting-crime around the globe.

The Contrasts in Pixar Characters

One of the things I love most about Pixar is how they create huge contrasts between their characters. Yet somehow, these two "opposites" always end up forming a really close relationship. Here are some examples...

Woody & Buzz What's the opposite of a cowboy ragdoll with a pullstring? A bulky space-man action figure with fancy gadgets!

Sulley & Mike What's the opposite of a tall, hairy, blue, and somehow intimidating monster? A tiny, green, one-eyed creature!

McQueen & Mater What's the opposite of a red, sleek, and shiny racecar? A rusty, buck-teethed hillbilly tow truck!

WALL•E & EVE What's the opposite of an old, cubed, trash-compacting machine on wheels? A sleek, high-tech, hovering robot!

Carl & Russell What's the opposite of a grumpy, widowed, old man? An energetic, talkative and eager 8-year-old boy!

Cars 2 Goes to England!

Pixar is working mighty hard to get Cars 2 into theaters on June 24, but they are also busy bringing us many new characters and posters. The ones in this post all have a London, England theme.

These British posters are just as cool as those British accents that the people of England have.

An interesting and creative take on typical British figures, including some royalty.

 

With the final stage of the World Grand Prix racing through the historic streets of London, England, the Queen is quietly elated she was invited to preside over the finish line by Sir Miles Axlerod. Painted in shades of the most royal blues and never without her jeweled crown, the Queen is the definition of decorum and regality, but that doesn’t mean she doesn’t enjoy a bit of first-rate competition!

Prince Wheeliam of England is an avid racing fan. He can’t believe his luck that the final race of the one-of-a-kind World Grand Prix is happening on the streets of London. Though he must remain impartial when by his grandmother the Queen’s side, he is privately rooting for his fellow Brits Lewis Hamilton and Nigel Gearsley to cross the finish line first.

                                      
Topper Deckington III is a classic British double-decker bus in a vivid shade of red who relishes in his daily Killswitch route through London’s famous bustling Petroldilly Circus.

Sgt. Highgear is a member of the regiment assigned to London’s landmark Buckingham Palace. With a recognizable tall bearskin cap atop his scarlet body, he stands guard at his sentry box with pride and conviction

No one knows the sites, streets or shortcuts of London better than the jovial Chauncy Fares, a quintessential London black cab.

Cross your fingers for some Italian characters and posters now!

Cars 2 Character Profiles: Francesco Bernoulli

Meet the fastest, handsomest, and best racer of them all...or so he thinks he is.

Read this official description:

Francesco Bernoulli

Francesco Bernoulli grew up in the shadow of the famous Monza race course in Italy where he and his friends would sneak onto the track and race the famous Pista di Alta Velocita bank turn. He was an instant winner on the amateur circuit and soon became an international Formula Racer champion. The ladies love Francesco’s open wheels, youngsters look up to his winning spirit and fellow racers envy his speed. But Francesco’s biggest fan is Francesco himself, as evidenced by his racing number. As the most famous race car in Europe, #1 Francesco is a favorite to win the World Grand Prix, which also makes him McQueen’s chief rival.

Also, check out his turtable video:

Cars 2 Goes to Japan!

I wonder if the people at Pixar EVER get tired of working. As if they weren't busy enough finishing off Cars 2. Today, enjoy a look at these new Japan-themed posters and characters.

I may not be able to read those Japanese symbols on some of these posters, but I can say that these posters look wonderful.

Also, check out these great new Japanese characters. I'm guessing they're cheering for Shu Todoroki at the World Grand Prix...I, as always, am rooting for Lightning McQueen.

Okuni is a micro car Kabuki dancer who dons the traditional white-painted face and an exquisite colorful kimono for her performances at the Kabuki theater in Tokyo, Japan.

As a professional Sumo wrestler at an arena in Tokyo, Japan, Kingpin Nobunaga is a gold-painted micro van who fights his fiercest matches when he’s wearing his lucky purple mawashi.

Pinion Tanaka is a gold-painted micro van and a professional Sumo wrestler from Tokyo, Japan, who’s always a menacing sight in the ring in his signature teal mawashi.

A master in the art of sculpting the serene zen rock garden at the Tokyo museum, Zen Master wears his old woven reed hat and uses his antique wood rake to create mesmerizing patterns in the garden’s sand.

Stay tuned for more awesome Cars 2 posts! Next up, 'Cars 2 Goes to England'!