Hoppers, Pixars new original animated film, directed by Daniel Chong, has made a strong debut, earning $88 million worldwide in its first weekend. The story of robotic animals with hidden cameras blending into nature has received critical acclaim, with a 96% score on Rotten Tomatoes. Despite Pixars past struggles with original films, Hoppers has surpassed $75 million in the U.S. and Canada, proving audiences still appreciate fresh stories. Chong focused on humor and lovable characters to connect emotionally, and the team tried a new approach with early artist input. This year promises a busy animation schedule with The Super Mario Galaxy Movie and Toy Story 5, and Hoppers could signal a resurgence of interest in original stories.
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