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How many times did you see <\/span>Incredibles 2 <\/span><\/i>in theaters? But maybe the more important question is how many times do you plan on watching it now that it\u2019s been released on digital and Blu ray? You can watch the movie again (or for the very first time!) in the comfort of your own home, or anywhere else with your laptops, iphones, and other devices. But the really amazing thing is that you don\u2019t have just the movie at your fingertips, but a wealth of bonus features. As is the case with Pixar home releases, you can expect both quality <\/span>and<\/span><\/i> quantity.<\/span>
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\nJoanna and I were so excited about the special features that we teamed up for this post to break them all down. Read on for our favorites!<\/span><\/p>\n

Audio Commentary<\/h2>\n

Here, Joanna found some pretty cool highlights:<\/span>
\nI\u2019m always a fan of the Pixar audio commentaries, and I remember especially loving it on the original <\/span>The Incredibles <\/span><\/i>DVD because you had the choice to listen to either the director\u2019s commentary or the animator commentary. The animator commentary makes you see the movie in a whole new light, and it really gives you an insight into how the whole animation process works. It feels like such a treat to have the commentary on <\/span>Incredibles 2 <\/span><\/i>led by animators again (supervising animators Dave Mullins, Alan Barillaro, and Tony Fucile, and animation second unit and crowds supervisor, and also the voice of Kari, Bret Parker). These animators all worked on <\/span>The Incredibles<\/span><\/i> back in 2004, and it was <\/span>so <\/span><\/i>interesting to hear about the technological advances and how much has changed (for the better!) in how animated movies are created. <\/span>
\nThere are also some great Easter Egg reveals in the commentary \u2013 the Godzilla-like creature shown on the TV during the motel dinner scene is actually Jonesy the iguana from \u201cToy Story of Terror!\u201d<\/span> And the \u2018num-num cookies\u2019 that Jack-Jack will do anything for are based off of the apparently delicious cookies that are served in the Pixar cafeteria.<\/span>
\nIf you missed Kari the babysitter in <\/span>Incredibles 2, <\/span><\/i>then you\u2019ll want to keep listening right to the end \u2013 in what can only be described as the perfect finale to the commentary, Bret Parker brings her back to life as the credits roll down the screen.<\/span><\/p>\n

Strong Coffee: A Lesson in Animation with Brad Bird<\/b><\/h2>\n

Brad Bird\u2019s passion for animation is irresistible. Running about 20 minutes long, \u201cStrong Coffee\u201d is a tribute to the director. Joanna says that this featurette really shows how much Brad Bird <\/span>pushes <\/span><\/i>the team. She always thought <\/span>The Incredibles<\/span><\/i> was a leap forward for Pixar \u2013 there was such a noticeable improvement in human animation, facial expressions, gestures, and performances. <\/span>Incredibles 2<\/span><\/i> feels like Pixar have bounded forwards again. <\/span>
\nIn Simoa\u2019s view, \u201cStrong Coffee\u201d functions as a mini documentary, where the subjects are Brad and animation. The director discusses his beginnings at Disney Animation, where he was mentored by the legendary Milt Kahl when he was still a child. (And that mentorship preceded any official program offered by Disney). Fans of Kahl will also be delighted to see some footage of him, as well as Brad\u2019s fond reminisces of his mentor and Disney\u2019s other elite animators, known as the Nine Old Men, who continue to influence him today.<\/span>
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\nHere is a young Brad Bird, looking <\/span>exactly the same<\/span><\/i> as he does now, with Classic Hollywood and Disney Legend, Fred MacMurray. Unfortunately we don\u2019t have any more details on this photo, but we\u2019re glad it exists! <\/span><\/p>\n

Paths to Pixar: Everyday Heroes<\/b><\/h2>\n

Love hearing Pixarians describe their jobs and the challenges and joys of each film? Paths to Pixar gives viewers just that, but the director, producer, artists, technicians, and animators talk about another job they do at home that\u2019s just as inspiring and challenging: parenting. You may be surprised by this featurette, as some of these Pixarians reveal their vulnerabilities and uncertainties when it comes to both jobs. I think parents and aspiring parents will appreciate this featurette because it\u2019s so honest. Anyone with children of their own can relate to the struggles depicted here, the overwhelming love of family, and the determination, particularly of the women, to be working mothers who don\u2019t have to sacrifice family or work.<\/span><\/p>\n

Super Scene Breakdowns<\/b><\/h2>\n

With Elastigirl front and center in <\/span>Incredibles 2<\/span><\/i>, it\u2019s only fitting that one of the bonus features focused on her. A team of women, including producer Nicole Paradis Grindle, animators Amanda Wagner and Jessica Torres, and tailoring lead Fran Kalal were on hand to discuss her expanded role. But that\u2019s not all! They also provided insight into their own roles on the film and how excited they were for her to be in the spotlight.<\/span>
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\n\u201cRacoon Fight\u201d was of course about the film\u2019s scene stealer, Jack-Jack, and how that epic fight came to be. Here, Brad Bird is joined by producer John Walker, story artist Pete Sohn, animator Kevin O\u2019Hara, and layout artist Mike Leonard. This scene was so popular back when Teddy Newton pitched the idea for the first film, and Brad was adamant that it be in the sequel.<\/span>
\nGetting to learn about the behind the scenes is always a treat, because everyone\u2019s passion and enthusiasm is tangible, and the details are <\/span>fascinating<\/span><\/i>.<\/span><\/p>\n

Easter Eggs<\/b><\/h2>\n

Joanna’s a pro at finding these!
\nOn the UK Blu-ray for <\/span>Incredibles 2, <\/span><\/i>one of the bonus features listed on the case is simply \u2018Easter Eggs\u2019, and I think I may have found them. In the Bonus Features section, while you\u2019re hovering over Bao, press up twice, and you\u2019ll be shown a couple of animation outtakes. One shows Evelyn stroking a teddy bear (?!) while watching Bob and hypnotised-Helen fight. And the other shows Evelyn talking to Helen through the glass of the cold room, pausing to rub off the condensation her breath has made.<\/span>
\nIf you press right twice while hovering over Bao, you\u2019re shown a hilarious clip of Brad Bird telling a story about the inspiration for the iconic raccoon scene \u2013 Brad\u2019s dog had a scary encounter with a raccoon at his old house, and Brad was forced to (in Brad\u2019s words) <\/span>punt <\/span><\/i>the raccoon off of his beloved pet. <\/span>
\n\u201cThe raccoon flew maybe 5 feet or something, landed and then just CUSSED ME OUT. And then it was like, \u2018I\u2019M COMIN\u2019 BACK FOR YOU, POODLE. THIS ISN\u2019T OVER.\u2019\u201d<\/span>
\nIt\u2019s absolutely worth a watch just to see Brad\u2019s impeccable impersonations of his dog and the raccoon. Honestly, I wouldn\u2019t have minded Brad adding \u2018Raccoon\u2019 to his list of voice acting roles in <\/span>Incredibles 2<\/span><\/i>.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Once again, I’m just blown away by the amount of attention and detail that characterizes Pixar’s approach to filmmaking. So much about these bonus features is illuminating. I guarantee everyone will learn something new and come away with even more appreciation for the film itself. For example, character and costume designer Deanna Marsigliese based one of the wannabe supers, Brick, on herself.
\nSee the clip below detailing Winston Deavor’s design and personality.
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