Steve Jobs, the fundamental figure in cinema
Steve Jobs was important to both computing and film. When administrative disputes forced him out of Apple in 1986, Steve Jobs invested his money in Pixar—a risky bet, but not for the mind of a dreamer, a competitor with a clear chance of winning.
In a short time, the animation company became the spearhead of the aesthetic and technological revolution that would transform animation and cinema. Thanks to his support, Pixar was able to sustain itself until it produced the first feature film made with computer animation. The company's contribution went beyond technology; it demonstrated that "children's cinema," when universal, is appealing to all types of audiences. This idea permeates today's society, where consumer products resulting from technological evolution are accessible to everyone. Undoubtedly, Steve Jobs' influence made this possible, for the benefit of both technology and cinema.
As a testament to the brilliant and creative spirit that Steve Jobs embodied in his life, we offer you his 2005 Stanford University commencement address and the short film Tin Toy, winner of the Oscar for best work in its genre in 1990, the year in which Jobs was a fundamental part of the company.
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