* FILM REVIEW: There and back again, in a shell Sep 4, 2009
All the way from Jacques Cousteau to Finding Nemo (2003) by way of Jaws (1975) and National Geographic Channel documentaries, the ocean has provided an abundance of material for filmmakers ... One also wonders whether the film poster, with a loggerhead turtle gliding directly toward the camera, is referencing a very similar image used in promotions for Finding Nemo. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- Business)
* Disney to buy Marvel Entertainment Sep 2, 2009
Pixar is the San Francisco-area studio behind such hits such as Toy Story, A Bugs Life, Finding Nemo, Ratatouille, WALL-E and Up. The agreement drew a thumbs-up from most analysts. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- Business)
Spider-Man joins Mickey Mouse as Disney buys Marvel Sep 1, 2009
" Pixar is the San Francisco-area studio behind such hits such as "Toy Story," "A Bug's Life," "Finding Nemo," "Ratatouille," "WALL-E" and "Up. " Marvel is celebrating its 70th anniversary this year. It was founded in 1939 as comic book publisher Timely Comics. Besides comics, Marvel characters also feature in movies, animated features, videogames and toys such as action figures. Recommend News Search Top Stories ADVERTISEMENT Most Popular Most Viewed Most Recommended Elsewhere on Yahoo! More on... (Yahoo! Asia News)
Newsweek: How Bob Iger is transforming Disney Sep 1, 2009
Disney had been distributor for Pixar's productions, including such classics as Toy Story and Finding Nemo. But Eisner and clashed like superheroes with super egos over the riches that both companies earned from their mutually rewarding arrangement. (MSNBC -- Business)
Community Notes Aug 25, 2009
SHEFFIELD ; A movie in the park, ;Fish of a Tale: Finding Nemo,; sponsored by Sheffield United Methodist Church, will begin at 8 p.m. Saturday in Veterans School Park. Bring lawn chairs and blankets. (Princeton Bureau County Republican, IL)
Moving on up Aug 17, 2009
Bruce the Shark (Finding Nemo) leers at visitors from atop a flight of stairs, while on the opposite end, The Incredibles family stand ready to fight off any super-villains who dare enter ... At the time of writing this article, Up has grossed almost US$290mil (RM1bil), making it Pixars second biggest hit ever, after Finding Nemo ... We dont know if people will like it as much as WALL-E or Finding Nemo, or whether itll make as much money, but we do know that this is the best that we can do. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Miyazaki still loves hand-drawn animation Aug 15, 2009
" A goldfish (Noah Cyrus) decides she wants to be human.Miyazakis latest presents the Little Mermaid-type story of Ponyo, a tiny sea creature who gets a taste of life above the surface, falling for a spirited young boy and embarking on a frenzied quest to become human.The voice cast for the English-language version includes Cate Blanchett, Liam Neeson, Matt Damon and Tina Fey.Computer animation has become the big-screen standard with such blockbusters as Pixars Finding... (MSNBC -- Movies)
Filmmaker impressed during quick area tour Aug 14, 2009
Andy Thomas, a documentary filmmaker who has also been a part of such major children's movies as "Up," "WALL-E," "Ratatouille," "Cars," and "Finding Nemo," quickly toured Hazlehurst and Brookhaven with Copiah County Cultural Affairs Director Janet Schriver in order to get a visual on the area and begin a brainstorming process that has unbounded potential, Schriver said. "They came in and were kind of looking at the region, because they're obviously interested in the blues, but they also consider... (Brookhaven Daily Leader, MS)
* Forget technology, its traditional media that count at Pixar Aug 13, 2009
I think it was in Finding Nemo where someone was saying: It is wrong, it doesnt actually work that way that if you get swallowed by a whale you wouldnt be able to go out of the spout. And there was a whole long conversation about it and at the end of the discussion the director said: You know, fish dont talk. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- Sports)
A 10 for Pixar Aug 11, 2009
Up is the 10th film from Disney-Pixar, which has gone nine for nine with an unprecedented streak of hugely successful films, including Wall-E, Ratatouille, Cars, The Incredibles, Finding Nemo, Monsters, Inc, Toy Story 2, A Bugs Life and Toy Story ... Wall-E, Ratatouille, The Incredibles and Finding Nemo all earned Academy Awards for Best Animated Feature, an award that was introduced in 2001. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Technology)
Hot start to Creative Media Award contest Aug 11, 2009
Among these are A Bugs Life, Toy Story 2, Monsters, Inc, Finding Nemo, The Incredibles, The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, The Witch ardrobe, Cars, Ratatouille, and Wall-E.. Pixar Animation Studios was formed in 1986 and was bought by Walt Disney Co in 2006. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Technology)
Passion 'beats Rings DVD record' Aug 9, 2009
Animated films top the sales - Finding Nemo sold eight million in one day. More than six million Christian homes received e-mails about the DVD release of the controversial religious epic, and churches were also offered deals on bulk orders of the film. (Yahoo News -- 'The Passion of the Christ')
Rats, hornets, vandalism nothing much surprises foreclosure specialist Aug 9, 2009
It s kind of like a Finding Nemo thing, like you re in a fish bowl. Success, the Hazels will tell you, derives primarily from two things: preparedness and one s attention to detail. (Helena Independent Record, MT)
Florida's go-to guy on foreclosure cleanouts Aug 9, 2009
His 19-year-old son, Josh, explains, "People all come out and sit on their porches and just watch you. One time a kid sat in the same window for two days, just staring at us. It's kind of like a 'Finding Nemo' thing, like you're in a fish bowl.". . (ABC 7 News, DC)
Daily guide to television and radio Aug 8, 2009
Finding Nemo 8 p.m. (5). Best Animated Feature about a clown fish searching for his son. (Boston Globe)
Rush gets AFI awards top honour Aug 3, 2009
Indeed, from Nigel the pelican in Finding Nemo to the Marquis de Sade in Quills to Heath Ledger s doomed junkie mate Casper in Candy, Rush has kept himself fresh and true as an actor. Along the way he s bagged an Emmy, a Tony, Golden Globes, a BAFTA and a number of AFI awards. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Clubs pay out on pokies story Aug 3, 2009
"It beggars belief that reporter Tara Brown and her team didnt realise the danger and sheer stupidity of placing a man that has struggled with a gambling addiction for 15 years in front of a poker machine and asking him to gamble, Costello told the Diary in a statement yesterday, before the episode went to air. According to Clubs Australia, 60 Minutes also provided the gambler with the money to play and asked him to repeatedly play the machine to ensure it had sufficient footage. But 60... (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Israel's innovation pushes its animation industry into the big league Aug 2, 2009
Israeli animation artist Alex Orrelle helped create The Incredibles, Finding Nemo, and Monsters Inc. during the time he worked at Pixar Animation Studios. Now he's back in Tel Aviv, where he opened his own studio in 2005. (Business Report, South Africa)
G-Force beats Transformers 2 Jul 25, 2009
The screenplay by The Wibberleys cribs from Snoopy Come Home, Finding Nemo and Bolt as the beasts are separated from each other before reuniting for the big face-off with the bad guys. Sadly, apart from one Die Hard reference that caught me by surprise, there are few laughs to be found here, even for kids. (MSNBC -- News)
Waco Water Parks Dive-In Movie Set for Monday Jul 18, 2009
Upcoming movies include: E.T. on Aug. 3 and Finding Nemo on Aug. 17. Waco Water Park, which features pools, waterslides and party pavilions, is located at 900 Lake Shore Dr. The park is open daily throughout the summer. (KWTX.com, TX)
MEET THE WINNER: USA TODAY's Design Your Own Transformer contest Jul 13, 2009
The winner of USA TODAY's Design Your Own Transformer contest used to make a living designing McDonald's Happy Meal toys, including characters from the Transformers animated series, Finding Nemo and Monsters, Inc.. PHOTOS. (USA Today)
It's hard to love 'Beth Cooper' Jul 11, 2009
It isn't "Up," but it's not too many rungs down from "Finding Nemo.". Manny the mammoth (Ray Romano) and his mate Ellie (Queen Latifah) are expecting a calf, or a foal, or whatever a baby mammoth is called. (Fresno Bee)
Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures' Comic-Con Agenda is Full of "Firsts" Jul 9, 2009
At Al's apartment, Woody discovers that he is a highly valued collectible from a 1950s TV show called Woody's Roundup," and he meets the other prized toys from that show - Jessie the cowgirl (voice of JOAN CUSACK), Bullseye the horse and Stinky Pete the Prospector (voice of KELSEY GRAMMER). Back at the scene of the crime, Buzz Lightyear (voice of TIM ALLEN) and the gang from Andy's room Mr. Potato Head (voice of DON RICKLES), Slinky Dog (voice of JIM VARNEY), Rex (voice of WALLACE SHAWN)... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
'Transformers,' 'Ice Age' Tie For No. 1 At $42.5M Jul 8, 2009
4 million) to become No. 2 on the Disney-Pixar hit list behind "Finding Nemo" ($339. 7 million). (KFOXTV.com, TX)
Disney and Pixar Animated Films Jul 6, 2009
Pixar and Disney s next hit movie came in 2003 with the release of Finding Nemo. A year later The Incredibles was released. (Suite101.com)
Stay in touch Jul 5, 2009
Welcome to Sydney Morning Herald Online. Posted by SMH Online in at. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
A guide to the arts outdoors Jul 3, 2009
From Beverly Hills Chihuaha to E.T. to Finding Nemo, there s something for everyone here - particularly if everyone in your family includes small children who love endearing creatures. 508-540-7724. (Boston Globe)
Free Fun Events For July 4th Weekend Jul 3, 2009
Motion Picture Fridays: Movies about nature such as Happy Feet, Madagascar, Finding Nemo, and more at Kettle Pond Visitors Center, 50 Bend Road, Charlestown, Fridays at 1pm. Charlestown Farmers' Market: Sponsored by the South County Conservancy and Charlestown Historical Society from 9am to noon at Cross' Mills Public Library, 4417 Old Post Road, Charlestown, R.I.. (Westerly Sun, RI)
Windmills of our minds Jun 30, 2009
Among these are A Bugs Life, Toy Story 2, Monsters Inc, Finding Nemo, The Incredibles, The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, The Witch ardrobe, Cars, Ratatouille, Wall-E. and now, Up ... A Bugs Life is about putting bullies in their place; Toy Story 2 and its predecessor tells us the importance of friendship; The Incredibles promotes family values; and Finding Nemo is about a fathers love and sacrifice for his offspring. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Technology)
Area calendar 06/29-07/02 Jun 28, 2009
-- Afternoon movie series; 2 p.m., Bloomington Public Library Community Room; "Finding Nemo.". Posted in on Saturday, June 27, 2009 8:00 am Updated: 4:26 pm. (The Pantagraph newspaper)
Starz Digital Media Launches ABEToons.com, Unveils ABE Toons Animation Talent Search Jun 24, 2009
" an animated preschool series that airs on Nick Jr. in the U.S. and in more than 50 other markets around the world. Starz Animation Toronto recently completed Focus Features' upcoming Tim Burton-produced movie 9 and is currently animating two more major theatrical features - including Gnomeo & Juliet, for Miramax Films and Elton John's Rocket Pictures - as well as a broadcast network primetime holiday special.Contest judges include DeBevoise, Film Roman Head of Studio Jay Fukuto, Starz... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
This week's DVD releases (June 21) Jun 21, 2009
In a characteristic display of easygoing humor, he recalls laughing with his animators - all eight of them - when they caught a screening of Finding Nemo and saw that Pixar had 40 artists working on lighting effects alone. (Sony, $28. (Boston Globe)
Summer Movies to Rent on DVD Jun 20, 2009
Equal parts Great Escape and Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea, Finding Nemo is a heartwarming tale that delivers a nice message about letting go amid its comedy and action sequences. Find more lists of movies to rent at , , and. (Suite101.com)
Aquariums flourish thanks to Framingham's 'Fish Guy' Jun 16, 2009
In the Dover tank, a blue hippo tang (like Dory in "Finding Nemo") tries to push the other fish around ... Dory, a character in the Disney movie "Finding Nemo," sent the price for a hippo tang soaring from $20 to $80. (Boston Globe)
'Taking of Pelham 123' and 'Imagine That' fizzle Jun 16, 2009
Disney's "Up" dropped 31% on its third weekend and is declining at a slower pace than any Pixar animated feature since 2003's "Finding Nemo." If "Up" continues to perform as well as that picture, it could top $300 million in the U.S. and Canada by the end of its run. "The Hangover" and "Up" will quite possibly remain No. 1 and No. 2 yet again next weekend, since neither of the new films opening Friday, Disney's "The Proposal" and Sony Pictures' "Year One," are likely to have big openings. (FOX59, IN)
Disney Boosts Video-Games Spending, Looks for Buyouts to Tap Into Growth Jun 6, 2009
THQ, based in Agoura Hills, California, made titles based on earlier Pixar movies, including Toy Story, Finding Nemo and Cars, as well as this years Up. . (Bloomberg)
Critic's corner Jun 6, 2009
Finding Nemo 8 p.m., ABC Family. An animated adventure. (Boston Globe)
Vote: What is your favorite Will Ferrell movie? Jun 5, 2009
Finding Nemo 31 percent ... " Reflecting after Cal's Ronald Takaki dies. Asian Pop. Excellent Opportunity!!! Originally built as a hunting lodge and situated in the hills of Montclair, this home has a ballroom-size living room with an open rafter ceiling... General Motors Corp. took a key step toward its downsizing on Tuesday, striking a tentative deal to sell its Hummer brand to... There was a time when the "$100,000 club" referred to San Francisco city workers making six figures. These days,... (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)
Opinion: Howards grounded approach paying off Jun 3, 2009
His favorite movie was Finding Nemo. One family friend described him as a "little child." I visited Atlanta during the All-Star break, but Howard wanted to watch Rush Hour instead of the All-Star Game. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Cars Race-O-Rama Announced Jun 2, 2009
Creator of some of the most successful and beloved animated films of all time, including Toy Story, Finding Nemo, The Incredibles, Cars, Ratatouille and most recently, WALL E. The Northern California studio has won 22 Academy Awards and its eight films have grossed more than $4. 8 billion at the worldwide box office to date. (IGN PS2)
Up Flies High at Box Office, as Pixar Delivers Again Jun 2, 2009
The 2003 Finding Nemo earned $867 million worldwide still tops for a Pixar feature on a reported $94 million budget. WALL-E, which cost about twice as much to make, took in about 40% less. (Time.com)
Pixar has found its lucky charm in Ratzenberger Jun 2, 2009
Not only did he become part of history as a voice in the first animated feature created entirely by computer, but the job also turned into an enduring relationship whose main requirement is to step into a recording booth now and then and pretend to be a school of snarky fish in Finding Nemo or a friendly Mack truck in Cars ... Andrew Stanton, the director of Finding Nemo and WALL E, who has been at Pixar since 1990, has the scoop. (USA Today)
Box office is looking 'Up' as usual for Pixar Jun 1, 2009
The debut slightly exceeded the expectations of analysts who expect a lot from the studio behind Finding Nemo, WALL E and Toy Story ... 5 million and Finding Nemo's $70. (USA Today)
'Up' is first at the box office Jun 1, 2009
"Up" had the third-best opening for a film from Pixar, behind only the debuts of "Finding Nemo" and "The Incredibles." (Last summer's Pixar release, "WALL-E," debuted with $63. 1 million. (Boston Globe)
Buyers flock to 'The Passion of the Christ' - Sep. 1, 2004 Jun 1, 2009
1 million copies of the Mel Gibson film; trails the 8 million by 'Finding Nemo ... 1 million copies trails the one-day sales record of 8 million by "Finding Nemo," it's a significant number considering "The Passion" is rated R and has sub-titles, said Scott Hettrick, editor-in-chief of DVD Exclusive. (Yahoo News -- 'The Passion of the Christ')
Still got it May 30, 2009
Star Community Newspapers. In The Community, With The Community, For the Community. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
Rafael Film Center celebrates delightful decade May 30, 2009
On Wednesday, Andrew Stanton, the Oscar-winning director of "Finding Nemo" and "WALL-E," introduces and talks about "Ryan's Daughter," his contribution to "The Films of My Life" series that previously featured Penn, Isabelle Allende and Anne Lamott ... -- At 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, Andrew Stanton, the Oscar-winning director of Pixar's "Finding Nemo" and "Wall-E," hosts a screening of one of his favorite films: David Lean's 1970 "Ryan's Daughter.". (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)
Up, Up and Away: Another New High for Pixar May 30, 2009
This story has been updated. It started with a cartoon drawing: a cluster of gaily colored party balloons held by a cranky old man, his eyes asquint, as if daring any kid to take one. (Time.com)
Review: 'Up' soars on flights of fancy May 30, 2009
Mick LaSalle, Chronicle Movie Critic. Friday, May 29, 2009. (San Francisco Chronicle)
'Up': New High, By Kurt Loder May 30, 2009
Pixar has come to specialize in animated masterworks, from "Toy Story" through "Finding Nemo," "The Incredibles" and the peerless "WALL-E." But even among the company's roster of magical hits, "Up," which opened this year's Cannes Film Festival (a first for an animated feature), stands out. Will this be the animated film that finally earns a Best Picture Oscar nomination (instead of being shunted off into the animation ghetto). (VHI.com -- Music News)
Pixar's 'Up' May 30, 2009
That's not unheard of in an animated movie, particularly one from Pixar, the studio that numbers the "Toy Story" films, "WALL-E" and "Finding Nemo" among its credits. "Up" outshines them all - unheard-of praise, indeed - in part because it deals with life, loss and love in ways both relatable and entertaining. (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
Wondrous balloons lift 'Up' May 30, 2009
(CNN) -- With an unbroken chain of blockbuster hits under their belt -- including "Toy Story," "Finding Nemo," "The Incredibles," "Cars" and many others -- the talented team of men and women who work for Pixar seem to have the Midas touch. An elderly balloon salesman uproots his house with the help of thousands of balloons in "Up.". (CNN -- Showbiz)
Animators go extra mile to make 'Up' May 29, 2009
Call a movie "Finding Nemo," and there's no doubt what it's about. But "Up" might be a little too mysterious, he thinks. (Fresno Bee)
Survive the drive May 29, 2009
That's "Finding Nemo," "Toy Story 2" and "The Incredibles," with time left over for a game or two of spot-the-license-plates as well. The truth of a long car trip with a van full of kids is this: It's not fun. (AZCentral -- Travel)
Continue reading May 28, 2009
The Bible, Broadway and a speaker who might quote from "Finding Nemo" will be part of Selma High School's baccalaureate service on Monday ... Castle, an English teacher, said his references might include everything from the film, "Finding Nemo," to the Old Testament story of David and Goliath. (Selma Enterprise, CA)
Asner is 'Up' for another role as lovable grump May 28, 2009
" Asner was sought after for the role of Carl Fredricksen in "Up," the latest tale from Pixar and its parent outfit, Walt Disney, whose animated hits include "WALL-E," "Ratatouille," "Finding Nemo" and the "Toy Story" flicks. The film opens Friday. "Up" director Pete Docter said Asner was Pixar's first choice for the voice of Carl, a lonely, cranky widower who renews his spirit of adventure by tying thousands of helium balloons to his house and flying off to the wilds of South America. Docter... (The Star Online, Malaysia)
How Technology Lifts Pixar's "Up" May 28, 2009
Similarly, when Pixar made "Finding Nemo," the animators had to figure out how to simulate underwater scenes. "We had to learn about (how light refracts under water), and murk and how particulates float under water," May said. (CBS News)
Ed Asner is Up for taking on more roles May 28, 2009
Asner was sought after for the role of Carl Fredricksen in Up, the latest tale from Pixar and its parent outfit, Walt Disney, whose animated hits include WALL-E, Ratatouille, Finding Nemo and the Toy Story flicks. The film opens Friday. (MSNBC -- News)
Lewis: Ready to say goodbye to the latest hectic month May 24, 2009
Last week, I realized I had adopted the mantra of a character from the movie "Finding Nemo." You might remember Dory, the fish with no short-term memory, who said in her sing-song way, "Just keep swimming, swimming, swimming!" I caught myself saying just this in my head. I'm ready to come up for air. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Top 10 Pixar Characters May 24, 2009
Featured In: Finding Nemo. The image of Nemo, the cute little clownfish, may be the thing that first pops into your mind when considering Pixar's 2003 blockbuster, but it's Dory, the goofball Blue Tang with a bad memory, who truly stole the show in Finding Nemo. (IGN FilmForce)
Passion 'beats Rings DVD record' May 22, 2009
Animated films top the sales - Finding Nemo sold eight million in one day. More than six million Christian homes received e-mails about the DVD release of the controversial religious epic, and churches were also offered deals on bulk orders of the film. (Yahoo News -- 'The Passion of the Christ')
Pixar moves on 'Up' with its 10th movie May 22, 2009
When he and the missus-to-be were considering a dive into matrimonial waters, they saw Finding Nemoin 2003 ... Adding to the uneasiness: Although each Pixar film since Toy Story 2 in 1999 has cracked the $200 million blockbuster barrier, ticket sales have been dipping after Finding Nemo's peak of $339 ... Pixar's output has been dominated by four directors Lasseter (Toy Story 1 and 2, Cars), Pete Docter (Monsters, Inc., Up), Andrew Stanton (WALL E, Finding Nemo) and Brad Bird (The Incredibles,... (USA Today -- Life)
A Bug's Life BD May 21, 2009
Co-directed by two of Pixar's most inventive talents ; (Toy Story) and (Finding Nemo, WALL-E), the film exchanges the world of toys for the world of bugs. Often overlooked in the wake of the many great Pixar films released in the last decade, still looks gorgeous and holds up surprisingly well today. (IGN FilmForce)
LIVE FROM ... BLOG May 21, 2009
But by pitching it so obviously as Finding Nemo something just feels, well. lost. (USA Today -- Life)
Curtain `Up': Cannes opens with animated adventure May 15, 2009
"While the movies can soar off on whatever flights of fancy the animators imagine, Pixar aims to ground the stories in human emotion, whether they're about talking fish ("Finding Nemo"), working-class superheroes ("The Incredibles") or chatty autos ("Cars")."Up" director Pete Docter said animation was a tool, not the star."It's not a genre, it's a medium. Animation can do anything. (Hanford Sentinal, CA)
