· [Contributors](https://s2026.conference-schedule.org/?post_type=page&p=12) · [Organizations](https://s2026.conference-schedule.org/?post_type=page&p=13) · ![](https://s2026.conference-schedule.org/wp-content/linklings_snippets/representative_images/3AsTr26hTkjVxCTS.jpg) Event Type Computer Animation Festival TimeTuesday, 21 July 2026 10:45am - 12:15pm PDT LocationHall K Full Conference Supporter Full Conference In Conversation with Brad Bird DescriptionJoin two-time Academy Award-winning filmmaker Brad Bird (“The Incredibles,” “Ratatouille”, “The Iron Giant”) for an exclusive SIGGRAPH conversation about “RAY GUNN,” his highly anticipated animated detective, neo-noir coming to Netflix. Set in Metropia—a dazzling retro-futuristic metropolis imagined as the future through the lens of 1939—RAY GUNN follows Raymond Gunn, the last human private detective, as he becomes entangled in a mystery involving aliens, murder, and a celebrity whose fame may conceal dangerous secrets. Described by Bird as “”The Maltese Falcon” meets “Buck Rogers,”” the film blends classic detective storytelling with expansive science-fiction world-building. For decades, Bird has pushed the boundaries of what animation can achieve, creating richly realized worlds that are as emotionally engaging as they are visually groundbreaking. With “RAY GUNN,” he brings that signature style to an ambitious new universe, combining noir atmosphere, Art Deco-inspired design, and cutting-edge animation to create a world unlike anything seen on screen before. Featuring never-before-seen insights into “RAY GUNN”'s development and production, this session offers a rare opportunity to hear one of animation’s most influential storytellers discuss the art, technology, and creative vision behind his latest cinematic achievement. Creators [Steven Argula](https://s2026.conference-schedule.org/?post_type=page&p=14&uid=454314) PR Consultant [Skydance Animation](https://s2026.conference-schedule.org/?post_type=page&p=17&inst=16088790352812669091) ![](https://s2026.conference-schedule.org/wp-content/linklings_snippets/presenter_pics/wp_presenter_img_67022708531624364061.jpg) [Brad Bird](https://s2026.conference-schedule.org/?post_type=page&p=14&uid=67022708531624364061) Director [Skydance Animation](https://s2026.conference-schedule.org/?post_type=page&p=17&inst=16088790352812669091) ![](https://s2026.conference-schedule.org/wp-content/linklings_snippets/representative_images/3AsTr26hTkjVxCTS.jpg) Event Type Computer Animation Festival TimeTuesday, 21 July 2026 10:45am - 12:15pm PDT LocationHall K Full Conference Supporter Full Conference