John Lasseter: Cars 2's tribute to the legendary John Lasseter
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In the colorful and exciting world of Cars 2 , a discreet but significant character makes his appearance: John Lasseter , Jeff Gorvette 's crew chief . More than just a supporting character , he represents a tribute to one of the major figures of modern animation : John Lasseter , iconic director and co-founder of Pixar .
Summary
- Who is John Lassetire in Cars 2?
- The inspiration: John Lasseter
- John Lassetire in merchandising
- A creative and complex legacy
- A symbol beyond the wink
- Cars: a personal project
- Summary sheet
- FAQ
- Conclusion
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Who is John Lassetire in Cars 2 ?
John Lassetire appears as the crew chief of Jeff Gorvette , the American driver in the World Grand Prix . Although his screen time is limited, he brings a charismatic presence to the pits, embodying the expertise and support essential to a racer's success.
Characteristics of the character
In the film, it is painted in the colors of the American team . An alternate "woody" version (green with wooden panels) exists in Mattel merchandising but does not clearly appear in the final cut.
The voice behind the character
He is voiced by John Lasseter himself, a humorous nod intended by Pixar and in the tradition of internal cameos .
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The inspiration: John Lasseter
John Lasseter , born January 12, 1957 in Hollywood , is an American animator , director , producer and screenwriter . Passionate about drawing , he was influenced by his mother, an art teacher , and his father, an employee at a Chevrolet dealership .
The Rise at Pixar
In 2006 , after Disney bought Pixar , he became creative director of Disney and Pixar . That same year, he directed Cars , dedicated to Joe Ranft .
A prolific creator
- Toy Story (Complete Saga)
- Cars (franchise)
- 1001 Paws
- Producer on Ratatouille , WALL-E , Up , Toy Story 3 , etc.
John Lassetire in merchandising
The character exists in Mattel die-cast models, in standard version and "woody" variant . This illustrates the attention paid by Pixar to the secondary characters .
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A creative and complex legacy
In 2018 , Lasseter left Pixar and Disney after accusations of inappropriate behavior , and later joined Skydance Media . Despite this controversy, he remains one of the architects of modern animation .
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A symbol beyond the wink
John Lassetire plays:
- Humor and self-reference
- Teamwork
- Car passion
- Creator-work link
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Cars: a personal project
Cars is deeply personal for Lasseter , shaped by his childhood surrounded by classic cars and his love of automotive history .
Summary sheet
| Name | John Lassetire |
|---|---|
| First appearance | Cars 2 (2011) |
| Role | Jeff Gorvette 's Team Leader |
| Original voice | John Lasseter |
| Colors | USA stands version / Green “woody” variant |
| Toy models | Mattel die-cast (several variations) |
| Reference | Direct tribute to John Lasseter |
FAQ
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Is John Lassetire based on a real person?
Yes, from John Lasseter , co-founder of Pixar . -
Does he appear in other Cars movies?
No, only in Cars 2 . -
Is it available as a toy?
Yes, in several Mattel versions . -
Is he a talking character?
Yes, voiced by John Lasseter .
Conclusion
A discreet but symbolic figure, John Lassetire is a direct tribute to the man who shaped the Cars universe . He embodies the passion , precision and collaborative spirit of Pixar , proving that a detail can carry a rich creative legacy .
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