About Partly Cloudy

"Partly Cloudy" is a 2009 animated short film released by Pixar Animation Studios. Directed by Peter Sohn, the story revolves around cloud-based infant production. Clouds create babies of varying species, and delivery storks transport them to their respective parents. The film explores themes of friendship, acceptance, and dedication through the friendship between a storm cloud and a stork, both facing challenges because of the cloud's inability to create 'cute, cuddly' babies.

Making / Production

Directed by Peter Sohn and produced by Kevin Reher, "Partly Cloudy" is known for its charming animation style. Produced by Pixar Animation Studios, the animation brought the unique story concept of cloud-based baby manufacturing to life, showcasing the director's creative approach and Pixar's excellence in the field of animation.

Actors

• Tony Fucile: Voice of Gus (the cloud). Tony's voice acting superbly brought out the character's emotions and struggles.
• Lori Richardson: Voiced Peck (the stork), showcasing an excellent portrayal of loyalty and dedication.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• "Partly Cloudy" is Pixar's official short film for the year 2009.
• The film was released as a complement to Pixar's feature film "Up".
• Despite the short runtime, the film explores deep themes such as friendship, teamwork, and acceptance.

Awards

While "Partly Cloudy" didn't win any major awards, it was highly praised for its compelling story and brilliant animation, further cementing Pixar's reputation in the field of animation.

Quotes

• "We all get rain sometimes."
• "It's hard to be a thundercloud."

Music, Soundtrack

• The music for "Partly Cloudy" was composed by Michael Giacchino, who brilliantly captured the film's emotional nuances.
• The score perfectly blends with the film's theme, enhancing the storytelling experience.