Disney·Pixar's 'Hoppers' Unveils Epic Production Behind-the-Scenes

This spring, Disney·Pixar's new animal adventure 〈Hoppers〉 is generating excitement among audiences by revealing behind-the-scenes production details that maximize the film's quality. Set to be released on March 4, this film showcases the incredible efforts of the production team to create a vivid natural environment and delightful adventures.

Development of a 'Special Paintbrush' Tool... A Picture-Perfect Natural Landscape

The production team developed a new 'Special Paintbrush Tool' that adds brushstroke textures on top of models to create visuals that highlight the characters while preserving the delicate details of nature. This approach maintains the rich textures of the natural world while ensuring that the audience's gaze naturally lingers on the characters, achieving an aesthetic balance. Director Daniel Chong explained, "The key was to create a warm landscape that is organically connected to the characters rather than simply replicating the complexity of nature," hinting at Pixar's unique visual beauty.

Reality Created by Beaver Expert Consultation and Yellowstone Field Research

The thorough research process to enhance the believability of the beaver character is also a hot topic. The production team visited Yellowstone National Park and consulted with beaver ecology expert Dr. Emily Fairfax to closely examine the beaver's habits and movements. After conducting video calls with the expert to refine the details, they brought the beaver to life as an 'ecosystem engineer' rather than just a simple character.

From Meryl Streep to Jon Hamm... A Legendary Voice Ensemble

The voice cast lineup is also impressive. Rising star Piper Curda voices the main character 'Mabel', while Jon Hamm from 〈Top Gun: Maverick〉 and acting legend Meryl Streep join to add weight to the film. Additionally, Daniel Chong, the creator of 〈We Bare Bears〉, directs, promising Pixar's signature imagination and warm emotional impact.

Since the premiere screening, 〈Hoppers〉 has received rave reviews, being called "the best Pixar film in recent times" and praising the "overwhelming movement and detail of the living characters." It can also be experienced vividly through special formats like 4DX and Dolby.