Pixar Animation Studios

Pixar Animation Studios, formally Graphics Group, started in 1979. They were part of Lucusfilm, before becoming independent with the help of Apple. The company was later purchased by Disney. Although Pixar is popular for their long films such as Up and Monster, Inc., they are also known for "bringing back" cartoon shorts. Pixar short films, such as Tin Toy, Geri's Game, and For the Birds have won various Academy Awards.