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The world's most renowned Sound Designer exclusively teaches RT readers the basics of building WALL-E's world of sound as part of our celebration of all things WALL-E this week.

Derek Thompson joined Pixar in January 2005 to work as a Story Artist on WALL-E. Here, exclusively for RT readers, Thompson explains the process of the Story department and presents a look at some of WALL-E's storyboards.

The artists behind this year's freshest film share their story with RT, with exclusive contributions from Andrew Stanton, Ben Burtt, Jim Morris, Lindsay Collins, Angus MacLane, Derek Thompson, David DeVan and Rodrigo Blaas.

From Toy Story to WALL-E, Pixar has produced some of the world's most beloved animated movies of the last decade and a half. Needless to say, when they invited RT to come and tour the very epicentre of their excellence, we couldn't refuse. On the following pages, enjoy a glimpse into the heart of Pixar.

The film is out in its home market, the dust has settled, and the word "masterpiece" is being bandied about with a rare amount of confidence by critics and audiences all over the world. Offering a chance for Wall-E's key creative talent to reflect, we asked them to share with us their favourite moments in the film. BE WARNED: Spoilers may follow and the uninitiated are advised to steer clear.