is the ninth animated short film in Pixar's SparkShorts series, released on September 10, 2021 , on Disney+. Directed and written by Aphton Corbin , the film uses a literal "three kids in a trench coat" metaphor to explore the insecurities of "adulting" and imposter syndrome . Core Premise & Plot
As they struggle to navigate the club—ordering drinks and interacting with others—the three "Gias" eventually collapse in a heap on the dance floor. Humiliated, Gia retreats to the bathroom where her sister Nicole comforts her, revealing that and that adulting is a gradual, shared struggle. Production & Artistic Style SparkShorts.S01E09.Twenty.Something.1080p.WEB.h...
The story centers on , a young woman celebrating her 21st birthday at a nightclub with her older sister, Nicole. Overwhelmed by the adult environment, Gia's psyche splits into three younger versions of herself hidden under a large overcoat: is the ninth animated short film in Pixar's
Represents raw emotion, giddiness, and the urge to cry or throw up when overwhelmed. Humiliated, Gia retreats to the bathroom where her
Represents teenage angst, moodiness, and the desire to impress others.
Possesses a "know-it-all" confidence but lacks actual life experience.