Get ready to see the Oscar-winning Lawrence like you’ve never seen her before in No Hard Feelings, opening across Philippine cinemas June 21.
(Left photo, from left) Andrew Feldman, Jennifer Lawrence, and director Gene Stupnitsky at the London premiere for No Hard Feelings on June 12. (Left photo, from left) Andrew Feldman, Jennifer Lawrence, and director Gene Stupnitsky at the photocall for the Madrid premiere for No Hard Feelings on June 14. (Right photo) Jennifer Lawrence and Andrew Feldman at the Madrid premiere for No Hard Feelings on June 14.
(Left photo, from left) Andrew Feldman, Jennifer Lawrence, and director Gene Stupnitsky at the Berlin premiere for No Hard Feelings on June 15.
About No Hard Feelings
Jennifer Lawrence produces and stars in No Hard Feelings, a laugh-out-loud, edgy comedy from director Gene Stupnitsky (Good Boys) and the co-writer of Bad Teacher.
On the brink of losing her childhood home, Maddie (Lawrence) discovers an intriguing job listing: wealthy helicopter parents looking for someone to “date” their introverted 19-year-old son, Percy, before he leaves for college. To her surprise, Maddie soon discovers the awkward Percy is no sure thing.
Opening in cinemas June 21, No Hard Feelings is distributed in the Philippines by Columbia Pictures, local office of Sony Pictures Releasing International. Connect with the hashtag #NoHardFeelings
When a magical meteor crash lands in Adventure City, it gives the PAW Patrol pups superpowers, transforming them into The MIGHTY PUPS! For Skye, the smallest member of the team, her new powers are a dream come true. But things take a turn for the worse when the pups’ archrival Humdinger breaks out of jail and teams up with Victoria Vance, a meteor-obsessed mad scientist, to steal the superpowers and turn themselves into supervillains. With the fate of Adventure City hanging in the balance, the Mighty Pups have to stop the supervillains before it’s too late, and Skye will need to learn that even the smallest pup can make the biggest difference.
Directed by Cal Brunker, based on the television series created by Keith Chapman. Screenplay by Cal Brunker and Bob Barlen. Produced by Jennifer Dodge, p.g.a., Laura Clunie, p.g.a., Toni Stevens, p.g.a.
Voice cast includes Mckenna Grace, Taraji P. Henson, Marsai Martin, Christian Convery, Ron Pardo, Lil Rel Howery, Kim Kardashian, Chris Rock, Serena Williams, Alan Kim, Brice Gonzalez, North West, Saint West, Christian Corrao, Luxton Handspiker, Nylan Parthipan, Callum Shoniker, with James Marsden and Kristen Bell.
Opening in cinemas this October, PAW Patrol: The Mighty Movie is distributed in the Philippines by Paramount Pictures through Columbia Pictures. Connect with #PawPatrolMovie and tag paramountpicsph
Photo and Video Credit: “Paramount Pictures International”
Pixar does it again. Their latest release, ‘Elemental’ presents us with an interesting Romeo and Juliet love story but set against the backdrop of an immigrant story and a coming-of-age story about reconciling our parent’s sacrifices for us. It’s a lot to do while building a world that is unlike we’ve ever seen. Director Peter Sohn imagines a world where the four classic elements – fire, water, earth, and air – are alive and have very human characteristics.
It’s the story of Ember, a fire person, whose parents have left their original home to move to Element City and have started a shop that sells authentic fire items and has become the heart of Fire Town. Her father, Bernie, plans to retire soon and leave the shop with his daughter, the moment he is sure that she can control her temper. But things turn upside down when she meets a city inspector, a water person named Wade and while they discover that Bernie’s do-it-yourself aesthetics may have gotten him so citations and fines, Wade and Ember discover a spark between them.
Of course, Bernie is against any water person, a prejudice that was born out of fear that water people would snuff out their fire. At the same time, the history of Element City is that it was the water people that arrived in the land first and so the whole infrastructure of the metropolis is water-based. Huge canals allow transport throughout the city and water splashes in and out of everywhere. The earth people arrived next and they are welcome the way by which water allows things to grow on their bodies. Air came next and found themselves easily to slip into things. The fire people arrived last and thus found themselves in a city that threatens their existence and so they build fire town just on the outskirts.
As the film unfolds and Ember and Wade must figure out how to save Bernie’s shop from closing down due to a leak in the water system, they also begin to fall in love and asks an essential question: can we truly love someone who is different from us?
Sohn and his team design this world with so much heart and flair. The city is alive with color and they take into account all the eccentricities of a world where the inhabitants are made of the elements. Imagining a house made of glass and filled with water to accommodate the water people or the various transportation available for each person depending on their elemental type. Fire people have affinity to steel and metal. It is such a vibrant concept that takes flight in various forms that it’s so exciting to watch.
Even the physics of what happens when Wade and Ember come close to each other. He begins to boil as she comes close to him. The light of her fire changes matching her mood. Everything about the film’s visual design is inextricably linked to the ebb and flow of the story’s emotional progression.
Because as Ember and Wade navigate the complicated nature of their feelings, Ember must also face the equally complex feelings she has about her father and her history. For as much as this is a love story, it is also a father-and-daughter story that is rooted into the immigrant story. The culture of the fire people, as it is envisioned in the movie, is so wonderfully encapsulated. There are shades of various eastern cultures with the way the music and cultural affectations are presented – from bowing, beliefs, music, and food – though at no time, I felt that it was mocking or parodying any existing culture. The language, “firish” that was designed for the film is an original language from the same person who designed the original languages from ‘Game of Thrones’ and ‘Dune.’
When this much care has been taken to build the world, it’s no doubt that the emotions that run through the film are just as moving. Even the character design of Ember and Wade, that she would be so guarded and withdrawn and Wade being so emotionally available and sensitive and open-minded creates comparisons to the contemporary world. It asks us to open our minds and really see that the difference that we all have just makes the world a much more rich and beautiful place and that should they find chemistry within their mingling, there shouldn’t be anything wrong with it.
It’s so wonderfully done that the romance that blossoms between Ember and Wade is symbolic for interracial couplings, maybe even same sex couples, or couples who come from different religions. The film has such a powerful beating heart that it reaches out from the screen and grabs hold of you. The visuals are insane, the voice acting is precise, and the music is so infectious. Pixar does it again.
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ELEMENTALis now showing in cinemas nationwide. Buy your ticketshere.
It is very difficult to look at ‘The Flash’ movie without taking a look at its context as a movie, a product of a studio with a lot of uncertainty hanging above its head. First off, there is a bit of a comic book movie weariness that hangs over its head. This is the most recent superhero film that explores the idea of the multiverse, and to think that one of the most successful explorations of this concept, ‘Everything Everywhere All At Once,’ was not a comic book movie but an original one that received multiple awards from various bodies including the Oscars. Second, with the studio bringing in James Gunn to restart the DC Universe in the film landscape, there’s an uncertainty whether this film is a part of any larger thing. While there’s a lot of press that talks about its possible inclusion, there are elements within that come from a different era such as Ben Affleck playing Batman.
And then there’s the star, Ezra Miller, who carries with them (Miller prefers to use the pronouns they/them) allegations of criminal behaviour that even the studio has admitted to and are willing to give them the benefit of the doubt that they will overcome their issues and come off a better person. It’s hard to root for a character when the person playing them is accused of the things Miller is accused of.
And it is unfortunate, because Miller has always been a terrific actor. Since the first time I came across them in ‘We Have To Talk About Kevin,’ Miller has been nailing every performance that has come his way. In ‘The Flash,’ they play a dual role, sharing scenes with two versions of Barry Allen and Miller wonderfully portrays both with such distinct textures that they are two individuals with essential similarities. They are characters cut from the same core but their gait, their posture, their mannerisms and approach to life is so unique to each character that it is a wonder to see. Miller handles that really well.
But it’s still Miller and it gets in the way.
Because, if anything, ‘The Flash’ is your all-out comic book superhero movie. It appeals to our child-like inclinations of super powered human beings who are fighting for truth and justice. It’s a CGI-infested smorgasborg that even offers a sort of mini-Justice League ambitions by bringing in Batman (albeit a different version) and Supergirl. The action sequences are meant to elicit “oohs and ahhs” from the audience and by using the multiverse concept, there are story moments and production choices that are meant to evoke a thrill amongst hardcore fans.
Even the opening that introduces us to Miller’s Barry Allen has an action sequence that shows us the speedster’s superpowered speed in a very elaborate, long-winded set up involving physics, falling babies, and a lot of visual gags. It’s bonkers, it’s over-the-top, it’s unrealistic, but it’s a tongue-in-cheek way of setting the tone, which should be all about having fun.
It’s no secret that Michael Keaton returns as Batman on this movie, and let me tell you, there are a few more surprises along the way that comes with any sort of story that involves the multiverse. Marvel has done it twice with ‘Doctor Strange and the Multiverse of Madness’ and then ‘Spider-Man: No Way Home.’ It’s fan service, through and through, and so when the film tries to get serious, like it feels off and discordant. Director Andy Muschietti does a good job at playing for the laughs and playing for fan service but can’t balance that out with the tender moments of the film.
Because, at the heart of ‘The Flash’ is a story of a young man who wants to turn back time to save his parents from the tragedy that befell them. The crux that starts this whole adventure in the first place is the fact that Allen’s mother is murdered when he was still a child and his father is the main suspect even if Allen is sure he’s innocent. When this part is handled, it is handled with such vulnerability and tenderness that runs counter to the rest of the film’s wackiness. And while it’s resolution manages to pull the heart strings, there’s not enough of it to give this film any real weight.
While ‘The Flash’ is fun and all over the place (which can be a good thing, for the right audience), the fact that it does try to play with this level of emotional depth is where the film loses its footing. It has the elements for something more real, more purposeful but never gets there. It’s swallowed up by way too many gags, way too much special effects that some of the human elements are replaced by CGI created people that really register badly on screen.
The experience of a comic book movie, especially in this day and age of shared universes, and comic book and game tie-ins, ‘The Flash’ had to hit the ground running. It’s hard to invest in a film that can be rebooted the moment the box office returns have come in or the lead actor is replaced. It’s hard to invest when the film’s continuity is uncertain. And while the film is still fun with all of its superhero antics, it sacrifices developing the story with gags and plot that favors a more team-oriented adventure that really digging deeper into Barry Allen’s relationship with his parents.
It’s great for the hardcore fans. But for the audiences who needs just a bit more to their comic book movies to reel them in, it’s still in need of something more character-driven.
My Rating:
THE FLASHis now showing in cinemas nationwide. Buy your ticketshere.
Directed by Christopher McQuarrie, based on the television series created by Bruce Geller. Produced by Tom Cruise, Christopher McQuarrie. Executive produced by David Ellison, Dana Goldberg, Don Granger, Tommy Gormley.
Starrring Tom Cruise, Ving Rhames, Simon Pegg, Rebecca Ferguson, Vanessa Kirby, Hayley Atwell, Shea Whigham, Pom Klementieff, Esai Morales, Henry Czerny, Rob Delaney, Cary Elwes, Indira Varma, Mark Gatiss, Charles Parnell, Greg Tarzan Davis, Frederick Schmidt.
Opening in cinemas July 12, Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning – Part One is distributed in the Philippines by Paramount Pictures through Columbia Pictures. Connect with #MissionImpossible and tag paramountpicsph
Photo and Video Credit: “Paramount Pictures International”
Aside from reuniting the original cast of the first Insidious film, original producers James Wan and Jason Blum are also back in Insidious: The Red Door, to bring the Lambert family’s terrifying saga to an epic conclusion. The final chapter of the blockbuster horror franchise opens exclusively in cinemas July 5.
Watch the film’s trailer below:
When last we met the Lambert family, at the end of Insidious: Chapter 2, astral projectors Josh (Patrick Wilson) and Dalton (Ty Simpkins) had survived multiple trips into The Further. Dalton had been kidnapped by a demon… Josh had rescued him, only to be trapped in The Further while a ghost possesses his body in our world… that ghost, in Josh’s body, had rampaged through his house, trying to kill his family… and Dalton had ventured back into The Further to find his real father and bring him back.
“Alongside James Wan, we went to some crazy places in the Insidious movies, but I think the reason they connected was that we started with a loving family,” says Jason Blum, who produces the franchise. “Just about everyone who starts a family does it with the best of intentions, hoping to create that warm, comforting, safe space with the people we love – and then, just about all of us discover that most families are complicated in one way or another. For some of us, that means years of therapy. For others, it means fighting a demon in a nightmare dreamscape.”
Patrick Wilson in Screen Gems Insidious: The Red Door
Insidious: The Red Door marks the directorial debut of Patrick Wilson who says the time was right to take the helm of his first feature film. “I hadn’t really entertained the idea of doing an Insidious movie, but when it was presented to me, it felt like an incredible gift. I deeply care about this franchise, and I knew I would be protected – that Blumhouse believed in me as an actor and as a person, and that they would gather the best team they could for me. And James Wan and I have discussed filmmaking for a number of years.”
In directing for the first time, Wilson says that it was Wan – his Insidious, Conjuring, and Aquaman director – who set the mold by setting an example. “The one thing that James would tell me over and over was, ‘Make it yours. It’s your movie. What story do you want to tell? You’re the one who’s going to be living with it.’ You better have some passion and understanding for the story you want to tell.”
Jason Blum has produced lucrative, iconic, genre franchises like Halloween, Paranormal Activity, Insidious, Happy Death Day, Sinister, and The Purge, among several others. Most recently, Blumhouse released the box office juggernauts M3GAN and The Black Phone.
Meanwhile, James Wan is regarded as one of the most creative filmmakers working today. Breaking into the international film world as co-creator of Saw. Wan is a visionary with a dynamic career directing both studio and independent films in genres including horror, superhero, action, thriller, adventure, mystery, and fantasy. He is a world-builder pioneering no fewer than six franchises – Aquaman, The Conjuring, Insidious, Saw, Mortal Kombat – and M3GAN, the sci-fi horror/thriller that became an instant global hit and began the M3GAN universe, all of which captured the zeitgeist of the moment around the world.
In Insidious: The Red Door, the horror franchise’s original cast returns for the final chapter of the Lambert family’s terrifying saga. To put their demons to rest once and for all, Josh (Patrick Wilson) and a college-aged Dalton (Ty Simpkins) must go deeper into The Further than ever before, facing their family’s dark past and a host of new and more horrifying terrors that lurk behind the red door.
The original cast from Insidious is back with Patrick Wilson (also making his directorial debut), Ty Simpkins, Rose Byrne and Andrew Astor. Also starring Sinclair Daniel and Hiam Abbass. Produced by Jason Blum, Oren Peli, James Wan and Leigh Whannell. The screenplay is written by Scott Teems from a story by Leigh Whannell, based on characters created by Leigh Whannell.
Insidious: The Red Door is distributed by Columbia Pictures, local office of Sony Pictures Releasing International. Connect with the hashtag #InsidiousMovie
One night during dinner, Jennifer Lawrence asked her friend, writer-director Gene Stupnitsky what he was currently working on.
Stupnitsky, a former co-head writer for The Office and writer/director of the hit comedy Good Boys, shared his inspiration: a real-life Craigslist post that producers Marc Provissiero and Naomi Odenkirk had found.
And thus No Hard Feelings was born.
In No Hard Feelings, Jennifer Lawrence plays Maddie who, on the brink of losing her childhood home, discovers an intriguing job listing: wealthy helicopter parents looking for someone to “date” their introverted 19-year-old son, Percy, before he leaves for college. No Hard Feelings, a laugh-out-loud, edgy comedy co-produced by Lawrence, opens across Philippine cinemas June 21.
Watch the red band trailer below:
During that dinner, as Stupnitsky shared what the Craigslist post was about, Lawrence just couldn’t help cracking up. “That made me laugh extra hard, because we were having martinis,” says Lawrence. “I said, ‘Whatever you write, I’d love to read it.’ And then I read the funniest script I’ve ever read.”
To help him develop the project, Stupnitsky brought on producer Alex Saks. “Every time I read a new version of the script, it was like unwrapping a present,” she says. “Gene and [co-writer] John Phillips are always pushing for better, funnier, smarter, more grounded in character, and that’s why the script is as good as it is – they just don’t settle for what works – they always strive to push it further.”
What was Stupnitsky’s first question in writing a movie inspired by the outrageous Craigslist ad – in which some overprotective parents sought a young woman to seduce their incredibly shy and awkward son to prep him for college? “My first question was, ‘What type of parents would do this?’ My second question was ‘What’s going on in the life of a woman who responds to it?’” he says. His co-writer Phillips came up with the idea of making it “helicopter parents, and that is when everything fell into place,” continues Stupnitsky. Specifically with Lawrence in mind, Stupnitsky and Phillips wrote the character of Maddie, who, in No Hard Feelings, answers a similar ad.
“She’s a spirited, kind-hearted, fun-loving, bold, funny lady,” says Lawrence of Maddie, “but she’s also desperate. She is desperate to save her mother’s home, but the taxes keep going up, and it’s getting harder and harder for locals to maintain living wages.”
When the opportunity with Percy, played by Andrew Barth Feldman, arises, Maddie’s financial difficulties have reached a breaking point. Now, she has one summer to get the painfully uncool 19-year-old to come out of his shell – or she’ll lose everything important to her.
For the comedy to work, the writers made sure to strike the balance of making the comedy wild and outrageous, but also grounded and real.
Jennifer Lawrence produces and stars in No Hard Feelings, a laugh-out-loud, edgy comedy from director Gene Stupnitsky (Good Boys) and the co-writer of Bad Teacher.
On the brink of losing her childhood home, Maddie (Lawrence) discovers an intriguing job listing: wealthy helicopter parents looking for someone to “date” their introverted 19-year-old son, Percy, before he leaves for college. To her surprise, Maddie soon discovers the awkward Percy is no sure thing.
Opening in cinemas June 21, No Hard Feelings is distributed in the Philippines by Columbia Pictures, local office of Sony Pictures Releasing International. Connect with the hashtag #NoHardFeelings
Hold on to your popcorn, movie lovers! This week, we’ve got exciting flicks making their debut: The Flash, Run Rabbit Run, and Elemental. The big screen is filled with a range of new cinematic gems, offering to take you on heartwarming, thrilling, and spine-tingling adventures. Meanwhile, don’t forget to catch up on some of the movies that are still captivating audiences in theaters. Let’s dive into the weekly roundup of new movies opening this week.
Ready for a superhero journey that’s as fast as lightning? This week’s headliner is the long-awaited ‘The Flash’, catapulting you back into the action-packed world of DC Comics. We witness Barry Allen’s lightning-quick alter ego in an entirely new light. It’s a race against time as he breaks the barriers of physics to thwart a grave threat. Will his speed be enough to save the world, or will the clock run out? It’s time to buckle up and join ‘The Flash’ on this high-speed adventure. DC’s “The Flash” zooms into theaters this week. Join Barry Allen, the fastest man alive, as he battles against time to unravel the mysteries of the Speed Force. If you’re a fan of exhilarating action and heart-pounding suspense, you won’t want to miss this.
Next in line, we have the spine-tingling ‘Run Rabbit Run’, adding an exciting dash of psychological horror to this week’s releases. “Run Rabbit Run” will make you question what is real and what is merely a figment of imagination. This chilling journey of a mother’s love against supernatural horrors is not for the faint-hearted. Prepare to sit on the edge of your seats as this nerve-wracking thriller plays a deadly game of cat and mouse. It’s not just a movie, it’s a heart-stopping chase that questions how far one would go to survive. Would you dare to play?
2023 • G • 1 hr 42 mins ANIMATION, COMEDY, FAMILY, FANTASY BUY TICKET
Finally, we have “Elemental,” the latest offering from Disney and Pixar. This animated adventure invites us to plunge into a whimsical world where elements come to life. A raw, poignant, and gripping exploration of the human spirit, set against a backdrop of hardship and resilience. ‘Elemental’ is not just a story, but an exploration of the human spirit’s strength and perseverance. Prepare for a heartwarming journey filled with laughter, tears, and magical moments that will ignite your imagination.
FAN FAVORITES STILL SHOWING
In addition to these fresh releases, you can still catch some of the most popular films of recent weeks. Here’s a list of fan favorites that are still playing in cinemas:
This time, the saga continues with our favorite Autobots going head-to-head with their fiercest enemies yet. We won’t give away too much, but let’s just say, the stakes are higher than ever before. So buckle up, because this rollercoaster ride is sure to be a thrilling tour de force of jaw-dropping action and cutting-edge special effects!
Our beloved web-slinger is back for another round of multiverse hopping adventures. This film promises to be a thrilling ride, straddling multiple dimensions and exploring new facets of the Spider-Verse that we’ve come to know and love.
2023 • G • 2 hrs 15 mins ADVENTURE, FAMILY, FANTASY, ROMANCE BUY TICKET
Making a splash onto the big screen this week is Disney’s live-action reimagining of the beloved classic, ‘The Little Mermaid.’ With a star-studded cast and enchanting musical score, this underwater adventure promises a heartwarming and visually stunning journey. Ready to go ‘under the sea’ once again?
The latest adrenaline-fueled chapter of the ‘Fast & Furious’ franchise, plunges the audience into an international whirlwind of high-speed races and perilous missions. As Dominic Toretto, Brian O’Conner, and their team face daunting challenges and formidable adversaries, they redefine the limits of loyalty, family, and freedom. Get ready to strap in and rev up for this unstoppable, action-packed ride.
Get ready for an intergalactic adventure with the highly anticipated finale to the epic Guardians of the Galaxy trilogy! Helmed by James Gunn, our favorite motley crew of heroes, including Star-Lord (Chris Pratt), Gamora (Zoe Saldana), Drax (Dave Bautista), Rocket (voiced by Bradley Cooper), Groot (voiced by Vin Diesel), Nebula (Karen Gillan), Mantis (Pom Klementieff), Kraglin (Sean Gunn), High Evolutionary (Chukwudi Iwuji), Adam Warlock (Will Poulter), and Cosmo (voiced by Maria Bakalova) return to protect the galaxy one last time. With a toe-tapping soundtrack, breathtaking visuals, and a perfect blend of humor and heart, this Marvel masterpiece promises to be an out-of-this-world cinematic experience.
There you have it, movie buffs! This week’s lineup offers a diverse range of cinematic treats to suit every taste. Whether you’re in the mood for heart-pounding action, spine-tingling horror, or an uplifting sports drama, you’ll find it all at your local theater. Don’t miss your chance to catch these must-see flicks while they’re still showing, and remember to share the cinematic love with your friends and family. Have a great time at the movies!
Brace yourselves, Pixar fans! The lovable and mischievous Dug is all set for his cinematic return in the new short film, “Carl’s Date.” You’re in for a treat as this heartwarming short opens exclusively in theaters in front of Disney and Pixar’s “Elemental“ on June 14. Catch a glimpse of the excitement in the newly released trailer.
Pixar Animation Studios has a long-standing tradition of combining its feature presentations with delightful animated shorts on the big screen. “Carl’s Date” proudly carries forward this tradition, offering an additional dose of fun and laughter before the main attraction, “Elemental,” begins.
Academy Award® nominee and Emmy® Award winner Bob Peterson, the creative force behind this new short, has penned a riveting script and directed the film, while Kim Collins has worked magic behind the scenes as the producer.
“Carl’s Date” takes us back to the charming world of Carl Fredricksen (voiced by Ed Asner) and his talkative, lovable dog, Dug (voiced by Peterson), first introduced to us in Pixar’s Oscar®-winning feature “Up.”
Take a Glimpse into Carl’s Unexpected Adventure
In this new installment, we get to follow Carl as he navigates the unfamiliar waters of modern dating. Reluctantly, he agrees to go on a date with a lady friend but admits he’s somewhat clueless about the dating scene. Luckily, Dug, ever the supportive pal, is there to quell Carl’s pre-date nerves and share some of his dog-tested tips for making friends.
Buckle up for this engaging, laughter-filled adventure as we follow Carl on his date and cheer on Dug in his relentless, adorable attempts to help. Get ready to experience the magic of Pixar once again on the big screen. Come June 14, don’t forget to grab your popcorn and enjoy this fun-filled short before immersing yourself in the enchanting world of Disney and Pixar’s “Elemental.”
The dynamic duo, Darren Espanto and Cassy Legaspi, embarked on an exhilarating journey into the heart of “Elemental,” journeying into Element City to mingle with its vibrant residents during a recent trip to the renowned Pixar Animation Studios in California. Their enchanting escapade was captured for posterity on their social media platforms, drawing much love and anticipation from their followers.
Disney and Pixar’s “Elemental” unravels the captivating tale of Ember, a spirited, sharp, and fiery young lady. Her unlikely friendship with Wade, a cheery, laid-back, and go-with-the-flow guy, forms the heart of this cinematic gem.
Opposites react? Darren and Cassy with Wade and Ember of Disney and Pixar’s “Elemental”
As part of their Pixar Animation Studio tour, Darren and Cassy put their acting prowess to the test as they stepped into the shoes of Wade and Ember, giving voice acting a whirl. Their enthralling experience was captured in a video you can catch here.
Darren with Peter Sohn, Director of Disney and Pixar’s “Elemental” and the Filipino voice talent behind Bernie Lumen, Ronnie del Carmen
They had the opportunity to be part of the filmmaking magic behind “Elemental,” learning to sketch the film’s intriguing characters and getting firsthand insight from the creative minds behind the film. This included conversations with the film’s director, Peter Sohn, as well as the talented Filipinos involved in the project such as Sets Technical Lead, Aylwin Villanueva, and Ronnie del Carmen, the voice behind Ember’s father, Bernie Lumen.
Darren with the iconic Pixar logo and Luxo lampCassy with her cute “Elemental”-themed latte
The duo made the most of their visit, exploring their favorite Pixar characters and films at the Pixar Studios’ Art Gallery and Campus Studio.
“Elemental” is the creative brainchild of Peter Sohn, with Denise Ream serving as the producer and Pete Docter as the executive producer. The screenplay is penned by John Hoberg & Kat Likkel and Brenda Hsueh based on their story along with Peter Sohn. The mesmerizing score for the film is composed and conducted by Thomas Newman. Mark your calendars as “Elemental” arrives in theaters on Wednesday, June 14, 2023.
Next stop for Cassy and Darren? Element City!
Get ready to explore into the world of Disney and Pixar’s “Elemental“! For the latest updates, make sure to follow Disney Studios Philippines on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and YouTube.
