Despicable Me 4
Dog Man
Inside Out 2
Moana 2
Mufasa: The Lion King
Plankton: The Movie
The Wild Robot
Transformers One
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Despicable Me 4
Dog Man
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Moana 2
Mufasa: The Lion King
Plankton: The Movie
The Wild Robot
Transformers One
Am i the only one that wants a Wall-E 2 like i wanna see how they are doing. I wanna see if they are rebuilding and farming. y’know making a life for themselves...According to the idea is to attract the other AXIOM ships that had not returned to earth and with that the human support would increase it in finishing quickly to reforest the earth
There has to be a sequel Wall-E and Eve have to go on another adventure I want more WALL-E and E.V.E
I think i'll watch the movie just because is the only 100% new content we'll get this year BUT many people are relating it with GOTG and i hate them because of roleplay trauma i had with another friend who likes that trilogy.
It's no surprise that Pixar has produced many of the most critically acclaimed animated movies of all time. Spectacular and groundbreaking animation, engaging stories and characters, plus enticing themes are some of the factors which makes Pixar's appeal reach a large variety of audience demographics. Much like any other film, Pixar's films are often nominated and even win several awards, like Academy Awards. However, what I think is the most prestigious honor a movie could ever hold is being inducted into the National Film Registry.
In case you don't know, the National Film Registry is a branch of the U.S. Library of Congress which is dedicated to preserving movies that are deemed "culturally, historically, or aesthetically significant". Since the program's launch in 1989, the Registry adds 25 movies every year. Movies do not have to be feature length or theatrically released either: the Registry also contains things like short films, orphan films, student films, experimental films, newsreels, and music videos. Internationally released movies aren't excluded from consideration either. A film becomes eligible for selection 10 years after its original release.
As of the 2024 listing, four of Pixar's works have been added to the Registry (two short films and two feature films):
Tin Toy - Released in 1988, selected in 2003. With this short film paving the way for Toy Story, there's no question about the significance of it.
Toy Story - Released in 1995, selected in 2005. Once again, this is a no brainer as to why this film was inducted, since it is the very first entirely computer animated feature. Toy Story is also one of nine films in the Registry to be selected during its first year of eligibility.
Luxo Jr. - Released in 1986, selected in 2014. This could basically be considered Pixar's equivalent of Steamboat Willie, especially with this being the debut of Luxo Jr., the iconic hopping lamp mascot.
WALL-E - Released in 2008, selected in 2021. While Pixar has definitely produced several standout classics, WALL-E truly shines due to its masterful storytelling with minimal dialogue, plus accurately capturing the themes of our current realities.
Now that I've given an overview of how the National Film Registry works and the Pixar films that are currently in it, I'd like to share five Pixar feature films (and two honorable mentions) which I think could be added to the Registry:
Monsters, Inc. (2001) - As one of Pixar's earlier features, Monsters, Inc. is full of great themes, spectacular voice work including by Billy Crystal and John Goodman as Mike and Sulley, and an enticing plot. Plus, I would be remised if I didn't mention the phenomenal world building the movie utilizes. While the movie is based on a simple "what if" idea pertaining to monsters who hide in closets and scare children, and the inhabitants of the monster world are exotic, they still feel down to Earth and relatable. This is very much made evident in the scene when Mike and Sulley walk to work. The two are still more or less average Joes who have to live an everyday life, while also worrying about things such as energy shortages. However, Mike and Sulley's interactions with Boo ultimately cause them to change their perspectives and see the more simple things in life. Interestingly, since Monsters, Inc. was released the same year as Shrek, which has been added to the Registry, I can definitely see this movie also being added.
Finding Nemo (2003) - Finding Nemo also remains one of the most enduring classics Pixar has to offer. It presents a gorgeously animated perspective of life under the ocean. Plus, the plot and characters are also very relatable, such as with Marlin's overprotective parenting style. This even extends to side characters, including Bruce and the vegetarian sharks, paralleling drug awareness programs in real life. Overall, Finding Nemo's grand feel would make it a worthy induction.
The Incredibles (2004) - The 21st Century became known for superhero movies dominating the box office. The Dark Knight and Iron Man (both released in 2008) are now in the Registry. However, I feel other superhero movies released in the 2000s (such as Sam Ramai's Spider-Man) should be added too. Another such movie would be The Incredibles. What else needs to be said? This film is both with and ahead of its time with the superhero craze, plus blends the action with a family comedy.
Up (2009) - As one of two Pixar films to actually be nominated for Best Picture, it's no secret that this movie is held in such high regard. The Married Life sequence alone probably could warrant a selection to the Registry, especially with it being heartbreaking, beautiful, and relatable, plus without any spoken dialogue. Of course, the rest of the film deserves recognition too, with the grand adventure Carl and Russell go on.
Inside Out (2015) - 2025 is the first year that this film and The Good Dinosaur are eligible for induction. With a mix of both sequels and original films premiering from Pixar in the 2010s, Inside Out is among the biggest standouts. The way it explores very relatable issues with balancing and expressing emotions, I consider it a must watch movie for anyone. I also have to give it points for not having a conventional main antagonist, serving as a nice reminder that movies can have well written stories without villains in a traditional sense.
Honorable Mentions: Toy Story 2 (1999) and Toy Story 3 (2010) - Toy Story 2 certainly sets the gold standard for how a sequel should be written. Exploring new themes and ideas which build off of what the first movie did and adding new characters such as Jessie and Bullseye that naturally blend into the narrative is simply a natural progression from what the first movie did. Toy Story 3 also deserves much praise with how it ties the themes from both of the first two movies together to wrap up the original story.
While on the topic of sequels, I should mention that while the Registry usually contains one movie of a given franchise, there are some which have more than one entry. A good example would be with Star Wars: A New Hope was actually one of the very first movies to be added to the Registry. The Empire Strikes Back and Return of the Jedi were later added in 2010 and 2021 respectively, simply with the significance of all three films of the Original Trilogy.
Anyways, there are my thoughts on which Pixar films should potentially be added to the National Film Registry. Let me know your thoughts in the comments about which films should be added. Additionally, you can nominate films on the Library of Congress website. The deadline for the 2025 nominations is August 15. Therefore, now would be a good time to nominate films that you feel should be recognized.
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I have to admit that the way Ember and Wade met in the teaser is very generic: the typical formula were some girl drops her things and then a dude helps her, their hands touch.
I watch Toy Story in 1997 two years after the movie came out
Happy Mother's day to all the Pixar mother's
I'm glad Pixar decided to make a prequel instead. I never liked the idea of Mike and Sully searching for Boo again. I don't like the forced idea of the reunion of characters that took different paths.
In Toy Story 2 does Andy's Mom just not notice that Woody was stolen? She must have noticed that the safe-box she locked him was broken into, and him being Andy's favourite toy, you'd think she'd tell him what happened. But Andy arrives back home still expecting him to be there and Mom doesn't seem to bat an eyelid when she sees him? How did she not react when she fond out that woody was back in his room?
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They shared a reel showing 30 Toy Story easter eggs in other movies, but they forgot the Rex cameo in Wall-E too X'D.
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The Incredibles are Pixar version of the Fantastic Four
It's said in the movie that they are NOT for collection... at my age i collect toys, i don't play with them, i just take pictures and i felt kinda offended when i rewatched the movie in 2018 X'D.
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