Turning Red Timeline ( Real )

movie-premiere
March 11, 2022

Premiere of 'Turning Red'

The animated movie 'Turning Red,' produced by Pixar Animation Studios and directed by Domee Shi, premiered.

career-achievement
March 4, 2019

Director Domee Shi wins Academy Award

Domee Shi, director of 'Turning Red,' had earlier won an Academy Award for Best Animated Short Film, which helped her gain prominence in the animation industry.

production-announcement
December 10, 2020

Announcement of 'Turning Red' production

Pixar officially announced the production of 'Turning Red' and its director Domee Shi.

Turning Red Timeline ( Fictional )

transformation
Age 13 - Early Spring

Mei Lee's transformation discovery

Mei Lee discovers her ability to transform into a giant red panda whenever she experiences strong emotions.

character_development
Age 13 - Spring

Mei Lee tries to control panda form

Mei Lee attempts to suppress her panda transformations to fit in at school and please her mother.

social_event
Age 13 - Spring

Formation of 4*Town fan club

Mei and her friends organize to attend a 4*Town concert, bonding over their shared love of the boy band.

conflict
Age 13 - Late Spring

Mother-daughter conflict escalates

Mei’s strict mother Ming confronts Mei about her transformations and what it means for their family's legacy.

resolution
Age 13 - Early Summer

Mei fully embraces her true self

Mei accepts her panda form and reconciles with her mother, embracing her dual identity and cultural heritage.