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However, today’s figures tell a different story. Ilio’s opening surpasses only How to Train Your Dragon (which is not Disney or Pixar but often cited as a comparative benchmark), marking the lowest debut for a Pixar film since the studio’s inception in 1995. Adjusted for inflation, a $29 million opening in 1995 would translate into approximately $75 million today, accentuating the drop-off in audience enthusiasm.
Moreover, the studio’s grasp on the box office has become tenuous. The prevailing sentiment among audiences is that Disney and Pixar have lost their creative edge, often opting for expensive cash grabs or misguided sequels rather than original, compelling stories. Ilio’s modest performance reflects this erosion of faith.