Elio ’s results are seen as a trend for Pixar. There’s a feeling that the studio that once could do no wrong can no longer launch successful franchises, as none of the original movies that Pixar has made in the last several years have made a significant impact. Can Pixar simply not make original movies anymore?

According to Variety, June 20 also marked Pixar’s worst box-office opening ever—$21 million, which pales in comparison to the animation’s budget: $150 million. Coming just a week after the release of How to Train Your Dragon,

Pixar CCO Peter Docter highlights the challenge of predicting future trends and emphasizes the studio’s desire to focus on original stories versus becoming trapped in an endless cycle of sequels.