In a delightful and unexpected twist, Earth welcomes an interstellar ambassador in the enchanting and premiere full trailer for Pixar's latest cinematic endeavor, titled "Elio." Disney unveiled an intriguing trailer on Wednesday, captivating audiences with a glimpse into its enchanting world. paving the way for the film's grand theatrical debut on June 20th. Boasting a voice cast adorned with stars like Yonas Kibreab, Jameela Jamil, Brad Garrett, Zoe Saldaña, Remy Edgerly, and Shirley Henderson, the film promises a gallon of laughter, tears, and exhilaration.
"Elio" revolves around its eleven-year-old eponymous protagonist, voiced by the talented Kibreab, who, quite by chance, is mistakenly hailed as Earth's ruler after being beamed up to an interstellar council comprising representatives from far-off galaxies. In a teaser trailer previously released by Disney late last year, Elio quips, "I'm trying to get abducted — by aliens," adding with a touch of humor, "I'm supposed to be up there."
Directed by a dynamic duo, Domee Shi and Madeline Sharafian, who took the helm following Adrian Molina's departure, "Elio" is produced by Mary Alice Drumm. Initially slated for release on March 1, 2024, the film's debut was later postponed, but intriguing snippets of the movie were unveiled during D23 in August, whetting the audience's appetite.
In a prior interview with the YouTube show "Kids First," Kibreab expressed his anticipation that the film would evoke a kaleidoscope of emotions in viewers. "They're going to experience a myriad of feelings," he shared. "They'll find themselves laughing one moment, tearing up the next, and undeniably overjoyed throughout, as the movie is inherently hilarious, exhilarating, and a true rollercoaster of emotions."
Fresh from the triumph of "Inside Out 2," which dominated theaters in June, claimed the title of 2024's highest-grossing film worldwide, and garnered an Oscar nomination for Best Animated Feature, Pixar aims to captivate audiences once again with "Elio," promising an interstellar adventure that will leave viewers both awestruck and emotionally charged.
