Immersionville, California, Pixar Industrial Park.

Led by Edel Camel and John Lasseter, Ronan toured every department of Pixar Studios as the owner.

It's not like the orderly relativistic entertainment, and it's not the same as Ronan has seen the hectic DreamWorks animation studios.

Pixar Studios has a unique and mature company culture.

From managers to rank-and-file staff, Pixar's employees are like a bunch of older kids, and the company is like a playground.

If someone who doesn't know about Pixar Studios comes over, they will definitely think that this company is not good, and everyone from top to bottom is slacking off.

In the words of John Lasseter, if you want to make an animated film at Pixar Studios, you have to work hard.

Of course, the so-called "not working well" does not mean passive slacking off and cutting corners, but animators never treat creation as a miserable "job" for the boss to do, but with great enthusiasm to treat creation as a "hobby" and "play" for themselves.

In Pixar's philosophy, good works can only be produced in this relaxed, pleasant, energetic and welcoming atmosphere.

It is these that have created the hanging forces of Pixar Studios.

The history of Pixar's entrepreneurship and growth is the history of the development of computer CG animation.

Ronan didn't want to change the atmosphere of Pixar Studios, let alone impose his own ideas on them.

Of course, it is impossible to let them have fun indefinitely, and it is also necessary to tie a rein.

Edel Kammel continues to serve as CEO of Pixar Studios, and John Lasseter continues to serve as the Art & Technical Director of Pixar Studios in addition to the role of Princess Animation Studios.

Except for the replacement of the boss with Ronan, the approval of animation projects was transferred from Steve Jobs to Ronan, and after the acquisition was completed, Pixar Studios did not change much.

After seeing Pixar's mega-amusement park full of quirky toys and quirky employees, Ronan follows Eddell Camel and John Lasseter into a conference room.

"This is the office for you. Edel Kammel explains: "We don't have any decorations for the time being, so we don't know what style you like. ”

Ronan took a look, the office was ventilated with a thick Pixar card, and there were toys and dolls of Pixar characters everywhere, and even the table lamp on the desk was the famous jumping lamp.

"So be it. Ronan doesn't stay here for long: "I love this free style. ”

John Lasseter, who has dealt with Ronan many times, knows that Ronan is not the type of person who demands a lot on side matters, saying, "I believe that Pixar Studios and Relativity Entertainment can work seamlessly. ”

Ronan laughed and said, "We're going to work in this direction, and later Robert Iger and the people from Embassy Pictures will come to talk to you about the marketing business, and the channels of Relativity Entertainment are all channels of Pixar Studios." ”

Pixar Studios is already a wholly owned subsidiary of Relativity Entertainment, and there's no doubt about that.

Edel Camel smiled and said, "I'll tell you about the current and next phase of Pixar's work plan. ”

"I'm technically a layman, but I still have some judgment on film projects," Ronan said. ”

John Lasseter continued: "Ronan's vision is definitely the best in Hollywood. ”

"On the technical side, Pixar Studios has been developing new hardware plug-ins and animation software. Edel Kammel gets to the point: "Technology development has always been a big expense for Pixar Animation Studios. ”

He then turned to animated feature films: "Because of Disney, "The Incredibles" never finished the final production, and now I don't have to think about Disney, "The Incredibles" will finish the final work in about a month." ”

Ronan said: "Embassy Pictures has developed an initial publicity and distribution plan for 'The Incredibles', which will be scheduled for this summer, whether it will be May or June, and you will consult with García Rodriguez. ”

Edel Camel continued: "'Cars' is also nearing completion and is expected to be fully produced by April, and the film ......"

Ronan had already asked Embassy Pictures to make corresponding preparations, saying: "As long as conditions permit, the release schedule can be placed this year." ”

"There is one project that has already started production and has not yet been completed. Edel Camel said: "A project about rats who can make top-notch food is called Ratatouille. ”

"I've already read the script and it's very good. Ronan knew that the film, according to the traditional translation style of Pixar animated films from the company that had been imported from across the Pacific, should be called "Food Story". He asked, "When will this film be completed?"

John Lasseter replied: "It was originally planned to be completed in 2006, but due to the Disney incident, it is estimated that it will not be until May or June 2007." ”

Ronan nodded slowly: "Don't worry, follow your plan." ”

Edel Kammel added: "There is a project to be approved, a science fiction theme about the earth's environment, called 'Robot Wall-E', with Andrew Stanton as the director and John as the producer. ”

On the surface, the scripts and plans of these projects have already been sent to Ronan, and Ronan has also read them, but more impressions still come from the movies in the past.

Presumably, those who have watched "WALL-E" will be extremely impressed.

These are all animated feature film projects that Pixar Studio has set up before, although the person who passed the project is Steve Jobs, but now that Ronan has been replaced, he will fully support it.

Edel Kamel continued: "There is one more project that needs your approval and the relevant script and proposal will be delivered to your office soon, and this is a project initiated by Peter Doggett, a story about adventure and travel. ”

Ronan roughly guessed that it should be "Flying House Travel".

"I'll get back to you as soon as I can. Ronan thought for a moment and said, "The copyright of "Toy Story" has returned, and I hope you can spare some strength to prepare for the third part." ”

Edel Kamut and John Lasseter looked at each other and seemed a little worried.

Ronan simply put it to the point: "Ed, John, Pixar Studios doesn't need to change its style, let alone adapt to Relativistic Entertainment, everything is made according to your style and philosophy." ”

Hearing this, Edle Kammel and John Lasseter's hearts were relieved of what they had just raised.

Despite all the promises made before the acquisition, the two men were concerned that Ronan and Relativity Entertainment interfered too much in the day-to-day work of Pixar Studios.

Ronan added: "You can use your imagination on original animation projects, and I only have one condition, Pixar must devote some of its strength to making some sequels to blockbuster movies." ”

He made no secret of it: "If Pixar has more commercial income, it can prop up more space for your imagination and technology." ”

This is a very simple reason, maybe Edel Camel and John Lasseter were real idealists when they first joined Lucasfilm, but after Steve Jobs' acquisition of Pixar, cooperation with Disney and more than ten years of entanglement over royalties and rights, Pixar has changed hands again, these two are no longer simple artists and idealists, but also qualified producers and managers.

Why did Pixar Studios sign such a demanding contract with Disney in the first place? After all, there is still no money, and Steve Jobs can't afford to support Pixar.

Relativity Entertainment does have a lot of money, but Pixar Studios must keep its finances separate if it wants to remain sufficiently independent.

This requires Pixar Studios to have more commercial revenue.

In many contacts, Edel Camel and John Lasseter can feel that Ronan should be a very personal boss, but they also know that capital has never been human.

Steve Jobs once said that for the sake of money, the guys at Pixar can make anything!

Kadell Kamuel didn't hesitate and said directly: "Ronan, you are the boss, Pixar Studio completely follows your decision!"

John Lasseter didn't speak, but sighed in his heart that the old man was really getting smarter and smarter.

Ronan smiled and said, "I also believe that Pixar Studios can produce more classic animations under your leadership." ”

John Lasseter continued: "When the transition period is over, I will immediately call a meeting of the staff to discuss the preliminary matters regarding the third installment of the Toy Story series. ”

Ronan nodded with satisfaction: "This is also the voice of the audience." He added, "John, you have to juggle the princess animation studio, they are a lot behind in terms of production technology. ”

John Lasseter put it bluntly: "It's not just the technology that's behind them, it's the ideas. Those old-fashioned Disney princess animated movies are outdated. ”

"Ideas and concepts are gradual. "Don't forget, they've worked for Disney Studios for more than a decade and have inherited a lot of the DNA of Disney Animation," Ronan said. ”

Pixar Studio, the princess animation studio with a very clear meaning, and the Sand Sea Entertainment animation studio that Relativity Entertainment has long established...... Edel Camel vaguely guessed some of Ronan's thoughts: "Relativity Entertainment ...... in the future of animated filmmaking"

He didn't continue, but Ronan took the initiative to answer: "Steve, Steve, and you guys, have spent so much energy to temporarily make Disney a mess, for what?

Ronan added: "Three different styles to maximize market share!"

Edel Kamuel and John Lasseter nodded their heads.

Everything that Walt Disney once squeezed Pixar Studios did, Pixar Studios has to return it one by one!