National Film Vault

FILM NOTES

Cars 2 was released by Walt Disney Pictures and Pixar Animation Studios in June 2011, marking the first Pixar sequel to follow a film that had not originally been planned for continuation. Directed by John Lasseter, it represented a significant production investment and a notable shift in tone toward international espionage, departing from the original film's racing-focused narrative. The film holds a distinct place in Pixar's catalog as one of its most debated entries.

This cell captures Lightning McQueen, car number 95 in his familiar yellow and red livery, photographed from an elevated angle within what appears to be an ornate interior environment. The confirmed title, Lightning McQueen Racing, reflects the character's central identity throughout the franchise. Two adjacent frames offer slightly varied compositions of the same moment, giving collectors a rare dual perspective on a single scene.