Always Quote by John Lasseter
“At Pixar, we do sequels only when we come up with a great idea, and we always strive to be different than the original.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Pixar Animation Studios, 2015
Sequels are only made when a genuinely fresh concept emerges, and they aim to differ from the original work.
In simple terms: Make sequels only with new, strong ideas and keep them distinct.
Key Takeaway
Prioritize originality over repetition.
Themes
creativity
originality
film production
Mood
inspirational
reflective
Type
industry insight
creative process
When to use this quote
- pitch meetings
- script development
- studio greenlighting
- marketing strategy
Key Concepts
sequels
innovation
brand identity
Questions to Reflect On
- What criteria define a "great idea"?
- How can you measure originality?
A Different Perspective
Risk of diluting brand if "great idea" is subjective.
