About Finding Dory

Finding Dory is a 2016 American computer-animated adventure film produced by Pixar Animation Studios and released by Walt Disney Pictures. It is a spin-off/sequel of the 2003 Pixar film Finding Nemo. The plot revolves around the amnesiac fish Dory, who embarks on a journey to be reunited with her parents. Along the way, she is captured and taken to a California public aquarium, from where Nemo and Marlin attempt to rescue her.

Making / Production

Andrew Stanton directed the sequel to the original movie, and Victoria Strouse wrote the script. The film was produced by Lindsey Collins. This animated delight took around four years to be made, with an approximate budget of $200 million.

Actors

• Ellen DeGeneres as Dory, a Pacific regal blue tang suffering from short-term memory loss. Ellen has given Dory a lovable charm with her voice, making the character unforgettable.
• Albert Brooks as Marlin, a clownfish, Nemo's father, and Dory's friend. Brooks portrays the anxiety-ridden clownfish with finesse and wit.
• Hayden Rolence as Nemo, the young clownfish who helps his father rescue Dory. Hayden replaced Alexander Gould from the original film and has done a remarkably good voiceover.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• The film was confirmed by Walt Disney Pictures in April 2013 with the title announcement.
• Finding Dory became the highest-grossing animated film debut, earning over $130 million.
• The movie has several references to other Pixar films and even includes a voice cameo from Sigourney Weaver.

Awards

Finding Dory was a huge hit critically and commercially, gaining several nominations and awards. The film won the Saturn Award for Best Animated Film and was also nominated for the BAFTA and PGA awards among others.

Quotes

• Dory: "Just keep swimming."
• Nemo: "I trust Becky."
• Marlin: "Guys, you gotta help me! I've lost my family!"

Music, Soundtrack

• "Unforgettable" - performed by Sia
• "Dory's Theme"
• "Jewel of Morro Bay"
• "Fish Who Wander"