Out

About Out

"Out" is a fascinating 2020 American animated short film produced by Pixar Animation Studios and released by Walt Disney Pictures. It tells the story of a man named Greg who, while preparing to move to another city, is swapped into the body of his pet dog and through an array of hilarious and often touching moments learns the value of honesty and self-acceptance. This film is notably one of Pixar's first productions to feature an openly gay main character and sheds light onto LGBTQ+ themes which were previously less explored by the company.

Making / Production

The production of "Out" was led by Director Steven Clay Hunter and Producer Max Sachar as part of Pixar's SparkShorts program, an experimental initiative aimed at developing new creative voices within Pixar. The idea was to give a platform to unique stories expressing diverse perspectives and ideas.

Actors

• Caleb Cabrera voices Greg, the main character in the movie, articulating the character's struggle with self-acceptance and his journey towards coming out.
• Matthew Martin voices Jim, Greg's boyfriend, who remains supportive and patient throughout the narrative.
• Bob Peterson provides voiceover for the Magical Cat and Dog, adding a dash of humor and charm to the story.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• "Out" is the first film produced under Pixar's SparkShorts program to feature LGBTQ+ characters.
• The film was originally exclusively released on Disney+.
• The story was inspired by Director Steven Clay Hunter's own experiences.

Awards

As of now, "Out" has not received any awards. However, its innovative storytelling and the feat of breaking new ground in Pixar's history of diversity representation has been highly lauded

Quotes

• "Don't hide who you really are."
• "This being said, they've lived happily ever after..."

Music, Soundtrack

• The original score for "Out" was composed by Curtis Green, contributing to the enchanting and captivating atmosphere of the short film.