In the wake of the underwhelming performance of 'Lightyear,' Pixar has reportedly laid off 75 employees, including longtime Disney producer Galyn Susman. Susman, who was instrumental in saving 'Toy Story 2,' was one of three key people to be let go, alongside Michael Agulnek, Pixar's VP of worldwide publicity, and 'Lightyear' director Angus MacLane.
According to media reports, the layoffs are linked to the failure of 'Lightyear,' which had a budget of approximately $200 million but only made $226 million worldwide and received average reviews. However, fans of Susman and the other recently fired employees are outraged at what they see as cold-blooded scapegoating.
Susman, who had a significant impact on the success of 'Toy Story 2,' in particular, was a beloved figure within the Pixar team and beyond. Her termination has sparked a furor, with many questioning the wisdom of laying off such an experienced and talented executive.
The future of Pixar remains uncertain in the aftermath of the 'Lightyear' debacle and the resulting layoffs. As the entertainment industry continues to face financial struggles amid the ongoing pandemic, the coming months could be challenging for the company, and its reaction to the situation is sure to be closely monitored by fans and industry analysts alike.
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