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Carl's furniture and design are rigid squares, while Ellie's belongings and character design are entirely soft circles.

Film/Series: Up

Category: Prop Costume

Timestamp: 00:07:15

Pixar's character designers used strict shape language to define the couple's personalities. Carl is built on squares and rectangles to reflect his rigid, stubborn, and boxed-in nature. In contrast, Ellie and everything she owns—from her chairs to her picture frames—are based on circles, representing her vibrant, soft, and welcoming energy.

Carl's furniture and design are rigid squares, while Ellie's belongings and character design are entirely soft circles. in Up

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