Published on Tuesday, November 27, 2012 by Caryn Bailey
I always believe that your environment helps shape your mood, who you are, and how you feel - Katherine Sarafian, Producer of Disney/Pixar's Brave
My initial draw to Disney/Pixar's latest animated adventure film was the fact that it is set in one of the most beautiful countries on Earth. Over the Spring and Summer, I spent quite a bit of time delving into Brave...t... Read More »
Published on Friday, November 23, 2012 by Caryn Bailey
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Earlier this year, I covered the press junket and red carpet premiere of Disney/Pixar's Brave. I took you inside Pixar Animation Studios, gave you an in-depth look at the film from the perspective of the filmmakers, and gave you glimpse at Scottish culture. Now you can own the #... Read More »
Published on Wednesday, July 4, 2012 by Caryn Bailey
If you're an avid Pixar fan, you likely know that each film includes references to previous, or in some instances, upcoming Pixar films. Sometimes it's a reference to a character in another Pixar film/short, an object, a company or a tradition. Often referred to as easter eggs, certain things such as A113, the Pizza Planet Truck and actor John Ratzenberger have ap... Read More »
Published on Sunday, June 24, 2012 by Caryn Bailey
Some say our destiny is tied to the land, as much a part of us as we are of it. Others say fate is woven together like a cloth, so that one's destiny intertwines with many others. It's the one thing we search for, or fight to change. Some never find it. But there are some who are led. - Merida, Brave
She's passionate and unbridled...courageous and headstrong.... Read More »
Published on Friday, June 22, 2012 by Caryn Bailey
Are you willing to pay the price your will freedom cost? - Queen Elinor
For months, the excitement in our home has been building as we anticipated the release of Disney/Pixar's latest animated film, Brave. We can't drive past a billboard without my children squealing "Brave!" For the very first time, my daughter approached the red-headed Scottish princess at Disn... Read More »
Published on Monday, June 18, 2012 by Caryn Bailey
We make the kind of movies we like to watch. I love to laugh. I love to be amazed by how beautiful it is. But I also love to be moved to tears. There's lots of heart in our films - John Lasseter
After months of excitement and anticipation leading up to Disney/Pixar's latest animated release, I finally sat down this evening to watch Brave in it's entirety. The fi... Read More »
Published on Thursday, June 14, 2012 by Caryn Bailey
After jetting off to San Francisco to screen some footage from Disney/Pixar's highly anticipated animated film Brave, I've been anxiously awaiting the day when I finally get to see the film in it's entirety. For the past month or so, I've been sharing exclusive interviews and information about the film, and over the weekend I'll be heading to Los Angeles for a pre... Read More »
Published on Monday, June 11, 2012 by Caryn Bailey
I'm always amazed at how much can be communicated with few, if any, words. Perhaps that is why silent films were so innovative during the early 1900's. When Disney/Pixar's Brave debuts in theaters this month, it will be preceded by the short film La Luna, which was written and directed by storyboard artist Enrico Casarosa, who's previous work includes Cars, Ratato... Read More »
Published on Sunday, June 3, 2012 by Caryn Bailey
The ancients spoke of it. It is the heart of this fierce land. it is carried in the wind. Born of our legends and when we are put to the test, it is the one thing that we must always be - King Fergus, Disney/Pixar Brave
As I walked into the expansive atrium in the main building, I couldn't help but notice how open and spacious it felt. Many a brilliant mind have ... Read More »
Published on Monday, May 21, 2012 by Caryn Bailey
Fact: Disney/Pixar's Brave was originally titled The Bear and the Bow, and after seeing this clip (which just happens to be my favorite scene in the film) you'll understand why:
During my visit to Pixar Animation Studios, I actually spent a bit of time learning about archery from both the experts they brought in and Jim from Wired.com/GeekDad. Having ta... Read More »
Published on Sunday, May 20, 2012 by Caryn Bailey
My husband studied film in college, so our ventures to the movies are always filled with unique commentary as he observes intricacies that would mostly go unnoticed among theatergoers. Although my passion for film began long before I met my husband, he has inspired me to go beyond the screen to delve into my favorite films.
Anticipation for Disney/Pixar's latest ... Read More »
Published on Friday, May 18, 2012 by Caryn Bailey
As the traveler who has once been from home is wiser than he who has never left his own doorstep, so a knowledge of one other culture should sharpen our ability to scrutinize more steadily, to appreciate more lovingly, our own - Margaret Mead
Edinburgh is the only other place my husband and I have called home. The people are warm and hospitable with a rich cultur... Read More »