In this episode, Wreck-it Ralph’s Animation Supervisor--Renato Dos Anjos--talks about his life and work at Disney Animation Studios.

Highlights

■ About Renato: originally from São Paulo, Brazil and wanted to be in comic books

■ Started with Disney--it’s all about who you know

■ How did he get involved in the Wreck-It Ralph project?

■ Relationship with the director, Rich Moore

■ How Disney fills positions within the company 

■ Working with Art Director, Mike Gabriel 

■ Did Episode 10 really go through the whole animation department? YES! ...but did they like it?

■ Test screenings: The rush before and after

■ Technical achievements: how they educated the crew, glided between worlds and all the CGI challenges

■ Always go the extra mile because these movies change you

■ Award for largest cast: new friends and iconic Characters

■ Disney’s plan for staying on top: Goal #1 - Support the creative spirit. Be open, help the community, and get rid of egos.

■ Favorite scenes/work in Wreck-It Ralph? Rich Moore, animation teams, and every department “Bring their best game” 

■ Favorite character? Vanellope von Schweetz

■ Animation had the biggest impact on this film than any other he’s worked on. Day in the life of a “animation supervisor” at Walt Disney Animation Studios. Toys, Posters, promotions... everything! 

Keep your head down!

■ Wrap party and the “supernatural” buzz about the film. It has only gotten better since the test screening!

■ Renato has powers over the internet! He’s going to unplug us!

Runtime: 0:32:26, 15.7 MB

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Additional Info:

Wreck-It Ralph Trailer

Animated short--Paperman--to open before Wreck-It Ralph

Episode 10: Our thoughts from the Wreck-It Ralph test screening

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