Rare Steve Jobs Interview Surfaces as ’Toy Story’ Celebrates 30th Anniversary
A previously unreleased interview wiht Apple co-founder Steve Jobs has emerged as Pixar‘s groundbreaking film Toy Story marks its 30th anniversary. The interview, conducted shortly after Pixar’s initial public offering in 1995, offers a rare glimpse into Jobs’ vision for the animation studio and his belief in the power of computer-generated imagery. The footage was shared by the Walt Disney Company as part of celebrations surrounding the milestone anniversary of the film that revolutionized animation.
Jobs, who served as Pixar’s chairman and CEO, details his early faith in the studio’s potential despite initial skepticism from industry insiders. “What Pixar has done is fundamentally changed the way stories are told,” Jobs stated in the interview.”It’s not just about the technology, it’s about the artistry and the emotional connection that can be created when you combine the two.” He emphasized the importance of Pixar’s collaborative habitat and its commitment to pushing creative boundaries.
Toy Story, released on November 22, 1995, was the first fully computer-animated feature film. The film’s success not only launched Pixar as a major force in the entertainment industry but also demonstrated the viability of CGI as a storytelling medium. Prior to Toy Story,computer animation was largely relegated to short films and visual effects.
The interview highlights Jobs’ hands-on involvement in Pixar’s early projects, including his insistence on refining the film’s story and characters. He believed that technology should serve the narrative, not the other way around. “The computer is just a tool,” Jobs explained. “It’s the story that matters.”
Pixar has as produced numerous critically acclaimed and commercially successful films, including A bug’s Life, Monsters, Inc., Finding Nemo, The Incredibles, Cars, WALL-E, Up, Inside Out, and Coco. the studio has earned 22 Academy Awards and continues to be a leader in animation innovation. The full interview is available to view on Disney+.
