What Is Rio (Pixar Movie)?
Rio is a 2011 American animated musical comedy film produced by Blue Sky Studios and distributed by 20th Century Fox. The story follows a domesticated macaw named Blu who travels to Rio de Janeiro to mate with a free-spirited macaw named Jewel.
Production and Creative Team
The film was directed by Carlos Saldanha and written by Don Rhymer, with music composed by John Powell. It features an ensemble voice cast, including Jesse Eisenberg, Anne Hathaway, and Jamie Foxx. The animation team studied real macaws and Brazilian landscapes to design the film's vivid settings.
Release, Reception, and Legacy
Rio premiered in the United States on April 15, 2011, and grossed over $484 million worldwide. Critics praised its visuals, music, and humor, while noting a familiar story structure. A sequel, Rio 2, followed in 2014, continuing the adventures of Blu and Jewel in the Amazon rainforest.
For more background on the studio and franchise, visit Fox Movies Rio page.
