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The fallout from “Elio” ultimately begs for serious introspection from Pixar about its creative processes, decision-making, and relationship with its audience. As the once-beloved studio experiences unprecedented low points, a reevaluation of how to blend narratives that resonate with broader societal themes without overstretching the core values that made it successful in the first place is paramount. In a shifting landscape, the legacy of Pixar hangs in the balance, and their next moves will be crucial to regaining their once seemingly invincible status in animation.