I don't believe that an animation studio should be an executive-driven studio.

I believe in research. Each movie at Pixar involves research with college professors or taking trips to learn as much as we can about a particular subject matter.

I believe once you watch a Miyazaki film, you'll get hooked.

I believe that, by directing, it makes me a better executive as well.

Walt Disney always said, 'For every laugh, there should be a tear.' I believe in that.

I believe in the nobility of entertaining people and I take great, great pride that people are willing to give me two or three hours of their busy lives.