Scott, being a Pixar fanatic (so excited about this week's topic!), I was dying to respond to this until I saw the link lists...which covered ALL the moments I was thinking of (darn it!) Are we allowed to vote on some of the ones linked above already? Or do you prefer new suggestions altogether?

FINDING NEMO Written by: Bob Peterson, David Reynolds, Andrew Stanton https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J_7c2y04FtA Crush: Dude? Dude? Focus dude... Dude? [Marlin wakes up] Crush: Oh, he lives. Hey, dude! Marlin: Oh... What happened? Crush: Saw the whole thing, dude. First you were all like "whoa", and we were like "whoa", and you were like "whoa..." Marlin: What are you talking about? Crush: You, Mini-Man, takin' on the jellies. You've got serious thrill issues, dude. Awesome. Marlin: Oh, my stomach. Ohh. Crush: Oh, man. Hey, no hurling on the shell, dude, ok? Just waxed it. Marlin: So, Mr. Turtle? Crush: Whoa, Dude. Mister Turtle is my father. The name's Crush. Marlin: Crush, really? OK, Crush. I need to get to the East Australian Current. EAC? Crush: [laughing] Oh, dude. You're ridin' it, dude! Check it out! Takeaway: Ok, may not be the greatest moment but it's certainly one of the most memorable: I remember the whole theatre roared with laughter for this one. The takeaway: introduces 'Crush' aka. surfer turtle, a minor character who manages to totally steal the show, funny but also a very interesting 'mentor' figure with hilariously dispensed wisdom - even if he's only there for 'like a few minutes'. Helps Marlin see the light and also reveals what Marlin needs to do: aka. lighten up!

Was wondering same thing. Love that Define Dancing clip from Wall E. Its amazing how Stanton creates a love story with ecstatic dance so simply.

Happy to see my favorite Pixar moment included on that list at number 5. Here's Anton Ego's review from Ratatouille: "In many ways, the work of a critic is easy. We risk very little, yet enjoy a position over those who offer up their work and their selves to our judgment. We thrive on negative criticism, which is fun to write and to read. But the bitter truth we critics must face is that, in the grand scheme of things, the average piece of junk is probably more meaningful than our criticism designating it so. But there are times when a critic truly risks something, and that is in the discovery and defense of the new. The world is often unkind to new talent, new creations. The new needs friends. Last night, I experienced something new, an extra-ordinary meal from a singularly unexpected source. To say that both the meal and its maker have challenged my preconceptions about fine cooking is a gross understatement. They have rocked me to my core. In the past, I have made no secret of my disdain for Chef Gusteau's famous motto: 'Anyone can cook.' But I realize, only now do I truly understand what he meant. Not everyone can become a great artist, but a great artist can come from anywhere. It is difficult to imagine more humble origins than those of the genius now cooking at Gusteau's, who is, in this critic's opinion, nothing less than the finest chef in France. I will be returning to Gusteau's soon, hungry for more." http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-JPOoFkrh94

Damn those people and their lists......my first thought which prompted me to suggest this as a theme for DD was Sulley revisiting Boo.....which, although it has very little dialogue, is my absolute favourite Pixar moment...ever....and may even be one of my most favourite film endings/moments full stop.....lump in throat time every viewing....and so much emotion wrought from just one word and a smile.....right, off to think of something else now!

Aarthi, feel free to use the links listed. Pick out your favorite and post.

Love the theme. My choice, the incredibles. At this point Pixar movies hadn't shown a "traditional" family, only outsiders, here they were able to combine both concepts (a family of superhumans). Interesting how Pixar uses family tropes (arguing on car trips, dinner table arguments) but makes them extraordinary. Favorite Scene, the speech from Helen as they reach the island: "Remember the bad guys on those shows you used to watch on Saturday mornings? Well, these guys are not like those guys. They won't exercise restraint because you're children. They will kill you if they get the chance." It's cold hard reality that the powers the kids have aren't just for avoiding a boy, or playing a prank, they put targets on their back. It raises the stakes (giving the guards license to use deadly force the rest of the movie) and opens up a great action sequence (Dax chase scene to follow). Interesting trivia. The jet being shot down (prior to this scene, stranding them on the island) was supposed to be piloted by Helen's friend she calls in an earlier scene, and he was to die, to show the raise in intensity, and consequence. Personal thought, would've loved to see that (show not tell), but this speech is a great substitute and delivered perfectly, mixture of a mother's love and cold truth.

Scott, Andy talking to Bonnie is a great moment that brought tears to my eyes. 'Andy plays with his toys' definitely has my vote. Here's another moment that wasn't on any of the lists: #1 Movie: TOY STORY Written by: John Lasseter, Pete Doctor, Andrew Stanton Link: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gsusakRf7T8 Sid Phillips: Counting..10..9...8...7...6...5...4...3...2...1 Woody: [through his voice box] Reach for the sky! Sid Phillips: Huh? Woody: This town ain't big enough for the two of us! Sid Phillips: What? Woody: Somebody's poisoned the waterhole! Sid Phillips: It's busted. Woody: Who are you calling busted, Buster? Sid Phillips: Huh? Woody: That's right! I'm talking to you, Sid Philips! We don't like being blown up, Sid. Or smashed, or torn apart. Sid Phillips: [hyperventilating] W-we? Woody: That's right, your toys! [Toys get up and surround the terrified Sid] Woody: From now on, you must take good care of your toys, because if you don't, we'll find out, Sid! Woody: [while turning head around slowly] We toys can see EVERYTHING! Woody: [speaking and moving] So play nice! [Sid screams and runs inside] Takeaway: This end sequence proves that Pixar can tackle any climax with surprising action and depth. Here this scene creatively twists a family movie into something completely unexpected for a few minutes - Sid's worst nightmare in the disguise of a great Horror sequence. The particular moment when Woody chooses to actually come to life is brilliant and magical.

Carl and Ellie just made me bawl all over again. Who needs dialogue? Gets me everytime. It's not proper, proper dialogue but when Dory speaks whale in Finding Nemo. Dory: Don't worry, whales don't eat clownfish they eat krill. Krill: Swim away! Dory: Oh look, krill! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VNvTd_EQJt4

Scott, a view weeks ago you had an interview posted with one of the Pixar executives. I can't find the interview, would love to read it.

14Shari, go here for my exclusive interview with Mary Coleman, head of the story department at Pixar.

Thanks Scott

Bit later (again) but going to go with something not on the lists with the original CARS (which I still think is very under-rated....seems to get a lot of criticism....but to me, even "PIXAR" is wonderful to watch....so yah boo sucks!) Anyway, the end of the big race.....what we have all been waiting for and, just like the opening scene (talk about bookends) it looks like Lightning has it in the bag! Or does he? http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lPUL0Fqva5A (couldn't find the script, just the dialogue, sorry) Darrell: Lightning McQueen is gonna win the Piston Cup! Sally: Come on! You got it! You got it, Stickers! Chick: I am not comin' in behind you again, old man. Dear: Oh, no! Chick: Yeah... Woooww! I won, baby! Yeah! Oh, yeah! Flo: What's he up to, Doc? The King: What are you doin', kid? McQueen: I think The King should finish his last race. The King: You just gave up the Piston Cup, you know that? McQueen: Ahhh. This grumpy old racecar I know once told me somethin'. It's just an empty cup. Bob: Darrell, is pushing on the last lap legal? Darrell: Hey, man. He's not really pushin' him. He's just givin' him a little bump draft. Chick: Whoaa.. Hohooo!! Hey. What? What's goin' on? Fan: That's what I call racin' right there. CARS was one of the first films I watched with my eldest daughter when she was 4....and we both loved it - it became our "thing" for about 3 months, watching it every weekend.....and this scene is one that "gets" me every time. Its the perfect example of one of those typical PIXAR moments "you don't have to be a success to be a winner." And that one line of dialogue about an empty cup sums everything up....hollow dreams, hollow life....Lightning learns his lesson and fills his cup with the stuff that'll make you really happy. Trivia time from IMDB: If you look closely at one of the racing cars, it's white, has the Apple logo, and the number is 84. 1984 was the year Apple released the Macintosh, the computer that revolutionized Apple as a company. Pixar was previously owned by Steve Jobs, the CEO of Apple. All those times I have watched it and I have never noticed....guess I will have to watch it again!