“If you've seen 'Spirited Away', 'Spirited Away' is set in a very, very Japanese sensibility. And so, to Japanese audiences, when Sen would walk up, the main character, and look at this big building with a flag on it with Japanese writing on it, everyone in Japan would know what that is.”

American animator and filmmaker, Pixar co-founder Lasseter revolutionized animated storytelling with groundbreaking films like *Toy Story* and *Finding Nemo*, blending technical innovation with emotional depth. His leadership at Pixar and Disney reshaped how audiences engage with animated narratives, emphasizing creativity and collaboration.