Hard Quote by Dan Scanlon
“People will turn their noses up at a sequel or that type of thing, but Pixar really works hard - if they're making a sequel - to make a sequel an original movie, to make it an original story.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Pixar Directors, 2018
Pixar strives to make sequels feel original by investing effort to create fresh stories, despite audience skepticism toward sequels.
In simple terms: Pixar works hard to make sequels feel new.
Key Takeaway
Value originality even in follow‑ups.
Themes
film
sequel
creativity
audience perception
industry
Mood
optimistic
creative
analytical
Type
inspirational
critical
When to use this quote
- launching a sequel
- marketing a follow‑up
- evaluating fan expectations
Key Concepts
storytelling innovation
brand trust
creative risk
Questions to Reflect On
- What makes a sequel feel fresh?
- How can studios maintain quality across installments?
A Different Perspective
Sequels often repeat formulas, limiting originality.
