About Auntie Edna

"Auntie Edna" is a short film that was released in 2018 as an extra feature for the home video release of "Incredibles 2." The movie is set in the Incredibles Universe and focuses on the character Edna Mode, a fashion designer specialized in creating super suits. The plot revolves around the challenging night Edna spends babysitting Jack-Jack, the baby of the Parr family.

Making / Production

The short film is a creation of Pixar Animation Studios, directed by Ted Mathot. The film captures the iconic animation style of the studio and showcases its commitment to producing family-friendly content.

Actors

• Brad Bird as Edna Mode: The director of the Incredibles series, Brad Bird, lends his voice to the sassy, fashion-forward character, captivating audiences with an excellent portrayal of her unique mannerisms and spirit.
• Eli Fucile as Jack-Jack Parr: Eli Fucile did a brilliant job at providing the voice for Jack-Jack Parr, the youngest member of the Parr family, capturing his delightful innocence and unpredictable superpowers effectively.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• "Auntie Edna" acts as a direct sequel to a scene in "Incredibles 2" where Edna babysits Jack-Jack, showcasing what animated chaos ensued off-screen.
• Despite its short length, the film manages to explore Edna's character depth, showing a new facet of her relationship with the super-powered family.
• "Auntie Edna" was so successful that it led to calls for a full-length Edna Mode spin-off movie.

Awards

While "Auntie Edna" did not win any individual awards, the acclaim and popularity it received as a part of the "Incredibles 2" home video release contributed to Pixar's continued success.

Quotes

• "Done properly, parenting can be a heroic act." - Edna Mode
• "I am not a baby person. I am an artist.” - Edna Mode

Music, Soundtrack

• The impressive score was composed by Michael Giacchino, who also composed the music for "Incredibles 2".