The film franchise has seen Riley through her major milestones, withInside Out 2exploring her emotional changes during puberty.

Part of what has made theInside Outmoviesso effective is how unabashedly they explore the messiness of people’s minds.

IfPixar makesInside Out 3,it’s pretty clear what story must come next.

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There have been hints throughout the first two movies that this could go either way.

However, regardless of which direction Pixar chooses forInside Out 3, it’s going to be controversial.

The 2024 sequel stood out amongstPixar’s recent movies, which underperformed both critically and financially.

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Ultimately, it’s evident that Pixar hasn’t done itself any favors by beating around the bush.

If the first is true, then those who oppose the community will be the ones to send backlash.

Regardless, Pixar will have to think long and hard about how it approaches this and other projects.

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It centers on 11-year-old Riley, whose move to a new city causes emotional upheaval.

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Riley looking excited with Val and her emotions behind her from Inside Out 2

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Riley and Anxiety in Inside Out 2

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Inside Out is an animated film by Pixar Animation Studios, released in 2015. It centers on 11-year-old Riley, whose move to a new city causes emotional upheaval. Her Emotions, embodied by Joy, Fear, Anger, Disgust, and Sadness, collaborate to navigate the challenges of her new environment.

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Inside Out 2 Poster Showing Joy and the Other Emotions Squished Together

Inside Out 2 is the sequel to the 2015 original film, which starred a young girl named Riley with a head full of emotions. - literally. With Amy Pohler as Joy, Bill Hader as fear, Mindy Kaling as Disgust, Phyllis Smith as Sadness, and Lewis Black as Anger, the all-star cast brought to life the emotions that adolescents face as they grow, change, and adapt to new situations. This sequel, currently in development, will bring Amy Pohler back as Joy, with Riley, now a teenager.

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