On Day 5, the dataset provided was a comprehensive view of Pixar films, covering box office performance, critical and audience reception, awards, genres, and key contributors.
This dataset contained six tables:
- Genre Table – Categorises each Pixar film by genre, listing its associated attributes.
- Box Office Table – Tracks financial performance, including budget and box office earnings in different markets.
- Academy Awards Table – Records Pixar’s Academy Award nominations and wins by film and award type.
- Pixar Films Table – Contains general film details such as release date, runtime, rating, and plot summary.
- Pixar People Table – Lists key contributors to each film, including their roles (e.g., director, writer, voice actor).
- Public Response Table – Captures audience and critic reception through Rotten Tomatoes, Metacritic, CinemaScore, and IMDb ratings.
In Tableau, the Pixar Films table was related with each of the other five tables on the Film field.
Data Story:
The data story explored how Pixar sequels compare with original films across box office performance, critical reception, audience scores, and Academy Awards. The analysis was divided into the following three sections:
- Box Office Performance – Analyse how sequels and originals compare in terms of total earnings, profitability, and trends over time.
- Critical & Audience Reception – Examine critic and audience scores from Rotten Tomatoes and IMDb to determine whether sequels are as well-received as originals.
- Academy Awards Recognition – Investigate Pixar’s Academy Award nominations and wins to see if sequels achieve the same level of prestige as originals.
Key Findings:
- Pixar sequels dominate the box office, earning nearly twice as much as original films while maintaining similar budgets.
- However, when it comes to critical reception and awards, originals still have the edge. While Rotten Tomatoes and IMDb scores show only slight differences, sequels are less frequently recognized by the Academy.
- Yet, standout follow-ups like Toy Story 3 and Toy Story 4 prove that when done right, sequels can rival Pixar’s most celebrated originals.
Author: Troy
Troy holds degrees in Science, IT, and Education. These have equipped him with a multidisciplinary foundation combining analytical thinking, problem-solving, and technical proficiency. During his graduate studies at CSIRO, where he analysed genetic sequence data and gene expression profiles as part of a broader research project, he developed a deep interest in uncovering insights through data. After several years as a STEM educator, Troy has transitioned back to being data-focused, bringing a unique perspective shaped by his teaching experience and ability to convey complex ideas effectively. His skills cover the entire data lifecycle, from data cleaning and analysis to creating effective visualisations that support decision-making. In his free time, Troy enjoys trail running and staying active, relishing the chance to clear his mind and explore the outdoors.