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Pixar's 'Soul' Trailer Explores Jazz and the Afterlife

other · 2026-05-04

Disney Pixar has released the trailer for 'Soul', a new animated feature directed by Pete Docter, known for 'Monsters & Co.', 'Up', and 'Inside Out'. The film follows Joe Gardner, a music teacher passionate about jazz, who after a misstep finds himself in another universe, forcing him to reconsider the concept of the soul. Docter conceived the idea with his now 23-year-old son, pondering the origin of personality at birth. 'Soul' is set for release in June 2020, following 'Onward' in March 2020.

Key facts

  • Disney Pixar released the trailer for 'Soul'.
  • The film is directed by Pete Docter.
  • Docter previously directed 'Monsters & Co.', 'Up', and 'Inside Out'.
  • The protagonist is Joe Gardner, a music teacher passionate about jazz.
  • The story involves a 'step' that transports him to another universe.
  • Docter developed the idea with his son, now 23.
  • The film explores the origin of personality and the soul.
  • 'Soul' is scheduled for release in June 2020.
  • 'Onward' will be released in March 2020.

Entities

Artists

  • Pete Docter

Institutions

  • Disney Pixar

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