Untold With The Filmmakers of Raya and the Last Dragon | Disney
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The filmmakers behind the Disney film Raya and the Last Dragon discuss the unique production process necessitated by working from home. Directors Carlos Lopez Estrada and Don Hall, along with Head of Story Peter Smith and animation co-head Amy Sméad, describe the logistical challenges of remote collaboration. They share anecdotes about conducting pitches from various locations in their houses, including kitchens and closets, and how their families became integrated into the daily workflow. The creators highlight how the theme of trust within the movie mirrored the real world trust required among the production team. Despite the difficulties of remote work, the team maintained high spirits and a strong sense of community. The filmmakers express immense pride in the artistic achievement of the animation and the significance of portraying Southeast Asian culture on such a large scale. They conclude by noting that the film aims to serve as a conversation starter regarding unity and how people from different backgrounds can move forward together.
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we pretty much created the whole film from home
the theme of trust in the film played a huge part in just the making of the film
i think the animation is the best animation we've done i think the film is stunning to look at
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