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John Lasseter

  1. 'Ghost Rider' sequel is expected to scorch competition
    KansasCity.com logo KansasCity.com 7 hours ago

    "The Secret World of Arrietty" was co-written by Hayao Miyazaki, the filmmaker behind "Ponyo" and "Spirited Away." Miyazaki enjoys a strong relationship with Pixar Animation Studio's creative guru John Lasseter, who also oversees Disney Animation. It...

  2. Steve Jobs proves who you marry makes all the difference
    Moneyweb 2 days ago

    2010 it was the most popular DVD of all time. Eisner was retired by the Disney board after a decade of animation flops. In many ways, Pixar itself provides the best lesson for what we can learn from Jobs. His passion got him involved; he nurtured and...

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    BEVERLY HILLS, CA - JANUARY 15: Nancy Lasseter (L) and John Lasseter arrive at The Weinstein Company's 2012 Golden Globe Awards After Party at The Beverly Hilton hotel on January 15, 2012 in Beverly Hills, California.

    BEVERLY HILLS, CA - JANUARY 15: Nancy Lasseter (L) and John Lasseter arrive at The Weinstein Company's 2012 Golden Globe Awards After Party at The Beverly Hilton hotel on January 15, 2012 in Beverly Hills, California. View Photo »

  4. Sequels, I think, have a harder time [winning awards] ... But every sequel at Pixar is something totally different, and it’s as good or better than the original.
    – John Lasseter SOURCE: Los Angeles Times 1 month ago
  5. Disney Hopes ‘Arrietty’ Will Be Breakthrough for Japanese Studio
    Wall Street Journal Blogs logo Wall Street Journal Blogs 1 week ago

    Disney teams with Studio Ghibli on its theatrical releases in North America, and has home-video rights to Studio Ghibli films. John Lasseter, chief creative officer, Walt Disney and Pixar Animation Studio, is one of Studio Ghibli’s biggest fans. “I...

  6. Animator Looks to Break Through
    Wall Street Journal logo Wall Street Journal 1 week ago

    Animated movies from Japan's Studio Ghibli such as "Spirited Away" and "Ponyo" have been blockbusters in foreign markets, but have brought in just middling receipts in the U.S.—despite critical acclaim and strong marketing support from Walt Disney Co....

  7. Japanese Animation Studio Looks Beyond Fan Base
    Wall Street Journal logo Wall Street Journal 1 week ago

    Barbara Chai Animated movies from Japan's Studio Ghibli such as "Spirited Away" and "Ponyo" have been blockbusters in foreign markets, but have brought in just middling receipts in the U.S.—despite critical acclaim and strong marketing support from...

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    BEVERLY HILLS, CA - JANUARY 15: Director John Lasseter and Nancy Lasseter arrive at 13th Annual Warner Bros. And InStyle Golden Globe Awards After Party at The Beverly Hilton hotel on January 15, 2012 in Beverly Hills, California.

    BEVERLY HILLS, CA - JANUARY 15: Director John Lasseter and Nancy Lasseter arrive at 13th Annual Warner Bros. And InStyle Golden Globe Awards After Party at The Beverly Hilton hotel on January 15, 2012 in Beverly Hills, California. View Photo »

  9. Sequels, I think, have a harder time [winning awards] ... But every sequel at Pixar is something totally different, and it’s as good or better than the original.
    – John Lasseter SOURCE: Los Angeles Times 1 month ago
  10. Steve Jobs and John Lasseter interview
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  11. 'Rango' tops Annie Awards
    Original Signal: Movies logo Original Signal: Movies 1 week ago
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    Jennifer Yuh Nelson, who helmed DWA's "Kung Fu Panda 2" beat out "Rango's" Verbinski. The last time this happened was 2007 when "Over the Hedge" (DWA) helmers Tim Johnson and Karey Kirkpatrick won over best pic winner "Cars," directed by Pixar's John...

  12. 'Rango' tops Annie Awards
    Variety 1 week ago

    Nelson beat out "Rango's" Verbinski for the trophy. The last time this happened was 2007 when DWA's "Over the Hedge" helmers Tim Johnson and Karey Kirkpatrick won over best pic winner "Cars," directed by Pixar's John Lasseter. Prior to that was in 1997.

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About John Lasseter

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John Alan Lasseter (born January 12, 1957) is an Academy Award-winning American animator and the chief creative officer at Pixar and Walt Disney Animation Studios. He is also currently the Principal Creative Advisor for Walt Disney Imagineering. Full Article

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  1. BEVERLY HILLS, CA - JANUARY 15: Director John Lasseter and Nancy Lasseter arrive at 13th Annual Warner Bros. And InStyle Golden Globe Awards After Party at The Beverly Hilton hotel on January 15, 2012 in Beverly Hills, California. Getty Images logo Getty Images 1 month ago

    BEVERLY HILLS, CA - JANUARY 15: Director John Lasseter and Nancy Lasseter arrive at 13th Annual Warner Bros. And InStyle Golden Globe Awards After Party at The Beverly Hilton hotel on January 15, 2012 in Beverly Hills, California.

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  2. BEVERLY HILLS, CA - JANUARY 15: Director John Lasseter (L) and Nancy Lasseter arrive at NBCUniversal's 69th Annual Golden Globes Viewing and After Party Sponsored By Chrysler and Hilton held at The Beverly Hilton hotel on January 15, 2012 in Beverly Hills, California. Getty Images logo Getty Images 1 month ago

    BEVERLY HILLS, CA - JANUARY 15: Director John Lasseter (L) and Nancy Lasseter arrive at NBCUniversal's 69th Annual Golden Globes Viewing and After Party Sponsored By Chrysler and Hilton held at The Beverly Hilton hotel on January 15, 2012 in Beverly Hills, California.

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  3. Pixar and Disney Chief Creative Officer John Lasseter arrives at the NBC Universal after-party following the 69th annual Golden Globe Awards in Beverly Hills, California January 15, 2012. Reuters Pictures logo Reuters Pictures 1 month ago

    Pixar and Disney Chief Creative Officer John Lasseter arrives at the NBC Universal after-party following the 69th annual Golden Globe Awards in Beverly Hills, California January 15, 2012.

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  4. BEVERLY HILLS, CA - JANUARY 15: Director John Lasseter (L) and Nancy Lasseter arrive at NBC Universal's 69th Annual Golden Globe Awards After Party at The Beverly Hilton hotel on January 15, 2012 in Beverly Hills, California. Getty Images logo Getty Images 1 month ago

    BEVERLY HILLS, CA - JANUARY 15: Director John Lasseter (L) and Nancy Lasseter arrive at NBC Universal's 69th Annual Golden Globe Awards After Party at The Beverly Hilton hotel on January 15, 2012 in Beverly Hills, California.

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  5. BEVERLY HILLS, CA - JANUARY 15: Director John Lasseter arrives at the 69th Annual Golden Globe Awards held at the Beverly Hilton Hotel on January 15, 2012 in Beverly Hills, California. Getty Images logo Getty Images 1 month ago

    BEVERLY HILLS, CA - JANUARY 15: Director John Lasseter arrives at the 69th Annual Golden Globe Awards held at the Beverly Hilton Hotel on January 15, 2012 in Beverly Hills, California.

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  6. John Lasseter, left, and guest arrive at the 2012 Warner Bros. and InStyle Golden Globe After Party at the Beverly Hilton in Los Angeles. on Sunday, Jan. 15, 2012. AP Photo logo AP Photo 1 month ago

    John Lasseter, left, and guest arrive at the 2012 Warner Bros. and InStyle Golden Globe After Party at the Beverly Hilton in Los Angeles. on Sunday, Jan. 15, 2012.

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  7. Director John Lasseter and his wife. Nancy arrive at the 69th Annual Golden Globe Awards Sunday, Jan. 15, 2012, in Los Angeles. AP Photo logo AP Photo 1 month ago

    Director John Lasseter and his wife. Nancy arrive at the 69th Annual Golden Globe Awards Sunday, Jan. 15, 2012, in Los Angeles.

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  8. BEVERLY HILLS, CA - NOVEMBER 30: Honoree John Lasseter accepts the Albert R. Broccoli Britannia Award for Worldwide Film Contribution onstage at BAFTA Los Angeles 2011 Britannia Awards at The Beverly Hilton hotel on November 30, 2011 in Beverly Hills, California. Getty Images logo Getty Images 2 months ago

    BEVERLY HILLS, CA - NOVEMBER 30: Honoree John Lasseter accepts the Albert R. Broccoli Britannia Award for Worldwide Film Contribution onstage at BAFTA Los Angeles 2011 Britannia Awards at The Beverly Hilton hotel on November 30, 2011 in Beverly Hills, California.

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  9. BEVERLY HILLS, CA - NOVEMBER 30: Actor Robin Williams presents honoree John Lasseter with the Albert R. Broccoli Britannia Award for Worldwide Film Contribution onstage at BAFTA Los Angeles 2011 Britannia Awards at The Beverly Hilton hotel on November 30, 2011 in Beverly Hills, California... Getty Images logo Getty Images 2 months ago

    BEVERLY HILLS, CA - NOVEMBER 30: Actor Robin Williams presents honoree John Lasseter with the Albert R. Broccoli Britannia Award for Worldwide Film Contribution onstage at BAFTA Los Angeles 2011 Britannia Awards at The Beverly Hilton hotel on November 30, 2011 in Beverly Hills, California...

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  10. BEVERLY HILLS, CA - NOVEMBER 30: Director John Lasseter (L) and actor Robin Williams arrive at the BAFTA Los Angeles 2011 Britannia Awards at the Beverly Hilton Hotel on November 30, 2011 in Beverly Hills, California. Getty Images logo Getty Images 2 months ago

    BEVERLY HILLS, CA - NOVEMBER 30: Director John Lasseter (L) and actor Robin Williams arrive at the BAFTA Los Angeles 2011 Britannia Awards at the Beverly Hilton Hotel on November 30, 2011 in Beverly Hills, California.

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  11. The star of director John Lasseter following his star presentation ceremony, in Hollywood, California, November 1, 2011. Lasseter, who made his feature directorial debut in 1995 with “Toy Story,” creatively oversees all films and associated projects from Walt Disney and Pixar... Getty Images logo Getty Images 3 months ago

    The star of director John Lasseter following his star presentation ceremony, in Hollywood, California, November 1, 2011. Lasseter, who made his feature directorial debut in 1995 with “Toy Story,” creatively oversees all films and associated projects from Walt Disney and Pixar...

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  12. Director John Lasseter stands on his star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame following his star presentation ceremony, in Hollywood, California, November 1, 2011. Lasseter, who made his feature directorial debut in 1995 with “Toy Story,” creatively oversees all films and associated projects... Getty Images logo Getty Images 3 months ago

    Director John Lasseter stands on his star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame following his star presentation ceremony, in Hollywood, California, November 1, 2011. Lasseter, who made his feature directorial debut in 1995 with “Toy Story,” creatively oversees all films and associated projects...

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  13. (From left) Country music superstar Brad Paisley, actor John Ratzenberger, actor Patton Oswalt, comedian Don Rickles, actress Emily Mortimer, Nancy Lasseter, director John Lasseter, actor Owen Wilson, composer Randy Newman, actress Bonnie Hunt and actor Cheech Marin pose together at John... Getty Images logo Getty Images 3 months ago

    (From left) Country music superstar Brad Paisley, actor John Ratzenberger, actor Patton Oswalt, comedian Don Rickles, actress Emily Mortimer, Nancy Lasseter, director John Lasseter, actor Owen Wilson, composer Randy Newman, actress Bonnie Hunt and actor Cheech Marin pose together at John...

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  14. Director John Lasseter speaks at his Hollywood Walk of Fame star presentation ceremony, in Hollywood, California, November 1, 2011. From left to right in background are country music superstar Brad Paisley, actor Patton Oswalt, actor Owen Wilson, actress Emily Mortimer and Hollywood... Getty Images logo Getty Images 3 months ago

    Director John Lasseter speaks at his Hollywood Walk of Fame star presentation ceremony, in Hollywood, California, November 1, 2011. From left to right in background are country music superstar Brad Paisley, actor Patton Oswalt, actor Owen Wilson, actress Emily Mortimer and Hollywood...

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  15. Actress Bonnie Hunt and singer/songwriter Randy Newman attend the Hollywood Walk of Fame star presentation ceremony for director John Lasseter, in Hollywood, California, November 1, 2011. Getty Images logo Getty Images 3 months ago

    Actress Bonnie Hunt and singer/songwriter Randy Newman attend the Hollywood Walk of Fame star presentation ceremony for director John Lasseter, in Hollywood, California, November 1, 2011.

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  16. Actor Owen Wilson attends the Hollywood Walk of Fame star presentation ceremony for director John Lasseter, in Hollywood, California, November 1, 2011. Getty Images logo Getty Images 3 months ago

    Actor Owen Wilson attends the Hollywood Walk of Fame star presentation ceremony for director John Lasseter, in Hollywood, California, November 1, 2011.

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  17. Actress Emily Mortimer speaks at the Hollywood Walk of Fame star presentation ceremony for director John Lasseter, in Hollywood, California, November 1, 2011. Getty Images logo Getty Images 3 months ago

    Actress Emily Mortimer speaks at the Hollywood Walk of Fame star presentation ceremony for director John Lasseter, in Hollywood, California, November 1, 2011.

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  18. Country music superstar Brad Paisley speaks at the Hollywood Walk of Fame star presentation ceremony for director John Lasseter, in Hollywood, California, November 1, 2011. Getty Images logo Getty Images 3 months ago

    Country music superstar Brad Paisley speaks at the Hollywood Walk of Fame star presentation ceremony for director John Lasseter, in Hollywood, California, November 1, 2011.

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  19. Director John Lasseter poses for a photo in front of characters from his movie 'Cars' at his Hollywood Walk of Fame star presentation ceremony, in Hollywood, California, November 1, 2011. Lasseter, who made his feature directorial debut in 1995 with “Toy Story,” creatively oversees... Getty Images logo Getty Images 3 months ago

    Director John Lasseter poses for a photo in front of characters from his movie 'Cars' at his Hollywood Walk of Fame star presentation ceremony, in Hollywood, California, November 1, 2011. Lasseter, who made his feature directorial debut in 1995 with “Toy Story,” creatively oversees...

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  20. Comedian Don Rickles attends the Hollywood Walk of Fame star presentation ceremony for director John Lasseter, in Hollywood, California, November 1, 2011. Getty Images logo Getty Images 3 months ago

    Comedian Don Rickles attends the Hollywood Walk of Fame star presentation ceremony for director John Lasseter, in Hollywood, California, November 1, 2011.

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  21. Director John Lasseter (L) reacts as Hollywood Chamber of Commerce President Leron Gubler (R) presents him with a certificate at Lasseter's Hollywood Walk of Fame star presentation ceremony, in Hollywood, California, November 1, 2011. Lasseter, who made his feature directorial debut in... Getty Images logo Getty Images 3 months ago

    Director John Lasseter (L) reacts as Hollywood Chamber of Commerce President Leron Gubler (R) presents him with a certificate at Lasseter's Hollywood Walk of Fame star presentation ceremony, in Hollywood, California, November 1, 2011. Lasseter, who made his feature directorial debut in...

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  22. Director John Lasseter (L) hugs country music superstar Brad Paisley at Lasseter's Hollywood Walk of Fame star presentation ceremony, in Hollywood, California, November 1, 2011. Lasseter, who made his feature directorial debut in 1995 with “Toy Story,” creatively oversees all films and... Getty Images logo Getty Images 3 months ago

    Director John Lasseter (L) hugs country music superstar Brad Paisley at Lasseter's Hollywood Walk of Fame star presentation ceremony, in Hollywood, California, November 1, 2011. Lasseter, who made his feature directorial debut in 1995 with “Toy Story,” creatively oversees all films and...

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  23. Director John Lasseter (L) with actor Patton Oswalt (2L), singer/songwriter Randy Newman (C), actor Owen Wilson (3R), actress Bonnie Hunt (2R) and comedian Cheech Marin (R) at Lasseter's Hollywood Walk of Fame star presentation ceremony, in Hollywood, California, November 1, 2011. ... Getty Images logo Getty Images 3 months ago

    Director John Lasseter (L) with actor Patton Oswalt (2L), singer/songwriter Randy Newman (C), actor Owen Wilson (3R), actress Bonnie Hunt (2R) and comedian Cheech Marin (R) at Lasseter's Hollywood Walk of Fame star presentation ceremony, in Hollywood, California, November 1, 2011. ...

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  24. Director John Lasseter smiles as he is honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in Hollywood, California, November 1, 2011. Lasseter, who made his feature directorial debut in 1995 with “Toy Story,” creatively oversees all films and associated projects from Walt Disney and... Getty Images logo Getty Images 3 months ago

    Director John Lasseter smiles as he is honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in Hollywood, California, November 1, 2011. Lasseter, who made his feature directorial debut in 1995 with “Toy Story,” creatively oversees all films and associated projects from Walt Disney and...

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  25. Actress Emily Mortimer attends the Hollywood Walk of Fame Star ceremony for director John Lasseter, in Hollywood, California, November 1, 2011. Lasseter, who made his feature directorial debut in 1995 with “Toy Story,” creatively oversees all films and associated projects from Walt... Getty Images logo Getty Images 3 months ago

    Actress Emily Mortimer attends the Hollywood Walk of Fame Star ceremony for director John Lasseter, in Hollywood, California, November 1, 2011. Lasseter, who made his feature directorial debut in 1995 with “Toy Story,” creatively oversees all films and associated projects from Walt...

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