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The internal culture at Pixar is described as "really rough," with many staff members feeling disillusioned or exhausted by what they perceive as an increasingly restrictive creative environment. After Lightyear’s failure, sources say Pixar became less willing to take creative risks, hesitant to deviate from safe formulas or to challenge cultural norms. This kind of risk aversion threatens the innovative spirit Pixar once championed.
Additionally, behind-the-scenes tensions are palpable regarding casting decisions and marketing strategies. For example, the absence of Tim Allen’s voice in Lightyear, and the subsequent return of Allen for future projects, hints at behind-the-scenes conflicts that may have influenced the film’s reception.