Luca

[D82]

That 5th logo in the new set is my favorite (it has fins!).

It seems we have a similar taste in logos, as once again that's my favorite as well. I also like the last one, Disney's Divinity's favorite. The rest are not very special, in my opinion.

The first and fifth logos are my favorites of these.

Though those weren't my favorite, I like how they played with the letters in both of them.

The finished logo makes me think of chalk, like it was scribbled by a child.

Yes, it does remind of chalk. That's also something I like about it. I think it's a fitting choice, as it evokes childhood.

Raimundo looks like a teenager for me.

I guess the fact he's much taller than the boy next to him in that shot made me see him as an adult, but you must be right he's a teenager. I've noticed he has a bit of a moustache, like when it starts growing for the first time, so that's another clue he can't be very old. By the way, the character is called Ercole (Hercules in Italian), Raimundo is the actor who voices him.

I'm not sure what to think about the girl character, but I guess it's nice to have a different dynamic here (a trio) and in Raya (a group of six) instead of the typical buddy restrictions.

That's one of the reasons why I like there's also a girl in the story. And I like that she's a also misfit and that's why she and the two boys connect.

What do you think the central conflict will be? Maybe one of them wants to return to their underwater home and the other one doesn’t? I wonder what role the girl will play— could she just be a love interest or something more?

Just especulation, but just in case: After watching the trailer and knowing more details about the story, now I think what you said it quite likely to happen. The film is very inspired by the director's childhood and he and his real friend parted ways when he decided to go to America to pursue his dream of becoming an artist. That and the way he talks about the film in interviews makes me think Luca and Alberto will also part ways at the end. Judging by the trailer, I'd say is quite clear Luca has feelings for the girl, so maybe he'll want to stay on land to be with her. Though, I don't know, if that's what actually happens, will there be a way for him to turn into a human indefinitely? Avoiding being in contact with water in front of other people for the rest of his life is going to be quite difficult, especially in a coastal village. And what about his parents? He's just a child, will he really leave them? Plus, that would be too similar to The Little Mermaid. Maybe the one who will want to stay is Alberto, since (like Enrico Casarosa's real friend) he has a difficult family situation. We'll see. I'm really curious about what the story will be.

[Farerb]

Pixar’s “Luca” won’t play in theaters and instead is launching exclusively on Disney Plus, for no extra fee, on June 18.

[Disney's Divinity]

I guess it'll be years before I see this then because I'm not paying $20+ for a Blu-ray to see a movie I don't even know I like. Thank God I was able to see Raya in theaters. This is the third PIXAR film to end up Disney+ only now, right?

[blackcauldron85]

Onward was at the theater right before the U.S. lockdown happened so technically that was not D+ only originally.

I wonder why Pixar = free on D+ and WDAS/live action = Premier Access.

[rodrigo_ca]

I'm sad to be missing yet another major Disney animated film in theatres but there's no way theatres are safe here by then so at least I get to watch it for free

[Sotiris]

I wonder why Pixar = free on D+ and WDAS/live action = Premier Access.

I don't understand this strategy either. Are we supposed to believe that people are more willing to pay for Raya and Cruella than for Soul or Luca? I don't buy that.

[Disney's Divinity]

Perhaps PIXAR are more concerned with their record? Aside from The Good Dinosaur, they haven't had many flops, have they (asking because I don't follow that company that closely)? And all the films released right now will always have an asterisk beside them because of the pandemic. Whereas Disney animation is so old and has been up / down before that a few low intakes because of the pandemic isn't something they're concerned might harm their legacy. IDK, that doesn't sound like the answer, it's just a thought.

[blackcauldron85]

The Good Dinosaur didn't do that much worse than Cars 3, which didn't do that much worse than Cars, to be honest. (The Good Dinosaur, 2015: $332,207,671 || Cars 3, 2017: $383,930,656 || Cars, 2006: $461,991,867) But yeah, generally TGD is called out for being the only "flop" (makes me sad to say because it's one of my faves).

[UmbrellaFish]

I am also scratching my head with Luca getting a Disney+ only release, with no charge. I just don’t understand cherry-picking these titles when the budgets are probably similar?

I mean, I rather it be on Disney+ with no extra charge but I just don’t get the angle here.

[DisneyFan97]

I have decided i will watch this movie !

Since it's free

[D82]

Reactions to 30 minutes of footage from the film shown to critics/bloggers:

Tonight we were able to preview roughly 30-min of #PixarLuca and WOW! While we cannot say anything, I think you’ll see how excited we are about the film in our spoiler-free reaction. (video)

Source: https://twitter.com/ThePixarPost/status ... 2682451970

Got a 30 minute sneak peek at #LUCA. A bright, beautiful, imaginative, funny & fantastical coming-of-age tale about friendship, conquering fears & sea monsters that captures the spirit of a perfect Italian summer vacation. Jacob Tremblay & Jack Dylan Grazer are great guides.

Source: https://twitter.com/Lulamaybelle/status ... 5270048768

Just watched 30 minutes of Pixar's Luca. WOW! I was CRACKING UP (Vespas ). The visuals are absolutely stunning & the story so far is beyond heartwarming - currently DYING for more! Jacob Tremblay & Jack Dylan Grazer have great chemistry as Luca & Alberto right from the start..

As a mom, I can totally relate to Maya Rudolph's character. The scenes have me counting the moments until I can visit Italy in person. I cannot wait to see the rest of this charming story about going outside your comfort zone and enjoying the beauty of the world around you.

I am also pretty obsessed with Emma Berman's character, Giulia! Disney and Pixar's Luca is one to watch out for -- trust me! Coming exclusively to Disney+ on June 18th!

Source: https://twitter.com/MamasGeeky/status/1 ... 0096338944

Been lucky enough to see a 30 minutes of Pixar's latest Luca, and gutted we won't get to see the movie on the big screen. It looks truly beautiful and will make you pine for a holiday, as well as delivering the typical Pixar imagination, humour and warmth.

Source: https://twitter.com/ian_sandwell/status ... 5401497607

Saw 30 minutes of #Pixar’s #Luca. This NEEDS to be seen on a big screen. Gorgeous Italian landscapes and architecture. Can’t wait to see the rest!

Source: https://twitter.com/ClarenceMoye/status ... 7455629314

The 30 minutes of footage we've seen from #PixarLuca is just delightful. Funny, charming, engaging...can't wait to see more!

Source: https://twitter.com/asthebunnyhops/stat ... 9803027458

Was lucky enough to see 30 mins of Disney•Pixar’s #Luca and it was delightful - every element from the character design to the Italian riviera setting to the humour made it feel like an escapist treat. Can't wait to see the whole thing

Source: https://twitter.com/mattmaytum/status/1 ... 2517415937

Saw a sneak peak of the first 30 minutes of #PixarLuca. It is so beautifully done+ charming!It had be engaged from the minute it started+leaved me wanting more! It also provides some great laughs! Jacob Tremblay is fabulous as Luca Paguro

Source: https://twitter.com/dentistmel/status/1 ... 8870680582

After screening 30 minutes of footage from Pixar's Luca, all I can say is WHOA! Such a heartfelt story of friendship and the animation is simply gorgeous Pixar has outdone itself! Jacob Tremblay was the perfect choice to voice Luca and had me cracking up! I need MORE!

Source: https://twitter.com/geeklyamanda/status ... 3951893506

Was treated to 30 mins of @PixarLuca today! Super charming and adorable so far!

The footage made me reminisce about being a kid and getting into trouble with good friends. The animation's top notch as always, with several funny bits and good setup for the main conflicts! Looking forward to seeing more when it hits @disneyplus this summer!

Source: https://twitter.com/TheNerdsofColor/sta ... 6343558152

Watched 30 minutes of @PixarLuca and can't wait to see the rest. Pixar has another slam dunk that immediately puts you in a summer frame of mind. The players music & story are wonderful & there's one character so bizarre, I laughed out loud. Lavoro eccellente, Enrico Casarosa!

Source: https://twitter.com/JoshuaHWeiss/status ... 6173057027

GUYS! Today I watched the first 30 minutes of LUCA and *chef's kiss* I am already in LOVE. It's full of nostalgia that brought me back to my childhood and summertime escapades (yes even those mischievous moments I won't talk about). Well done Enrico Casarosa & team.

It also got me excited about life after this pandemic; being able to travel again, to experience new cultures, eat different foods, and to get lost in another country. Nothing I want more right now than to experience what Luca and his BFF Alberto did so far in the film.

Oh, and don’t think I didn’t see that little nod to Pietro Germi Enrico Casarosa.

Source: https://twitter.com/aloofness/status/13 ... 9713231876

Got the chance to watch the first 30 minutes of #PixarLuca and unsurprisingly it’s a visual treat brimming with heart, a nostalgia for the adventures of childhood friendships and unique world-building and Jacob Tremblay and Jack Dylan Grazer are the perfect lead pair...

While it doesn’t seem like it’ll reach the high bar set by @Pixar’s last outing, @PixarSoul, it does certainly look to be another sure fire hit for the animation house.

Source: https://twitter.com/grantheftautho/stat ... 9504998403

"#PixarLuca is a highly imaginative love letter to Italian culture and the sea from director Enrico Casarosa, a literal fish-out-of-water story that’s full of charm and humor."

Source: https://twitter.com/laughing_place/stat ... 6331694081

I watched exclusive footage from #PixarLuca — ahh! To be young and free! Luca is a wonderful, dreamy celebration of friendship with clever, unique animation. I need to see more!

Source: https://twitter.com/ThatsITLA/status/13 ... 1622214658

I got to see 30 minutes of footage from #LUCA. What a sweet movie this is going to be about growing up, finding yourself, and overcoming fear, and a third act that is probably going to make us ugly cry because this is #Pixar and it's what they do.

Source: https://twitter.com/katiesmovies/status ... 1943658497

I just finished watching about 30 minutes of Pixar's upcoming release #pixarluca + cried. My grandparents immigrated here from Lucca, Italy and I am grateful everyday for the life I live because of them. I can't wait to watch the rest of this stunning love letter to Italy.

Source: https://twitter.com/lipglosscrayons/sta ... 6430522368

Just screened 30 minutes of @Pixar's upcoming feature #Luca. It's bright, positive and warm in tone and feel. The dialogue sparkles. Some unique fantastical vespa sequences. Looking forward to seeing the entire movie soon. It debuts June 18th on Disney+.

Source: https://twitter.com/LCJReviews/status/1 ... 3626634242

I watched 30 minutes of footage from #PixarLuca from director Enrico Casarosa. It's an original fish out of water, coming of age story about discovering your identity, set on the Italian Riviera, with a gorgeous hand-made look made for the big screen.

Source: https://twitter.com/BillDesowitz/status ... 8786278403

Just finished 30 minutes of @Pixar’s Luca. I’m in love. What a beautifully crafted friendship between @JacobTremblay’s Luca and Alberto. But this love letter to all things Italy is fantastical and glorious. I want more.

Source: https://twitter.com/jazzt/status/1376179584719200260

Watching 30 minutes of #PixarLuca was enough to make me homesick for summer adventures with my best friends doing fun & crazy things! The animation and storytelling are beautiful and even gives off some Little Mermaid “Part of Your World” vibes. New life goal: Get a Vespa.

Source: https://twitter.com/LolaLambchops/statu ... 7928213506

Had the opportunity to see 30 min of Pixar’s Luca for @CinemaBlend & I'm LOVING it so far! The visuals are breathtaking. It has a simply adorable setup that has me hooked & there's a fun, charismatic friendship between Tremblay’s Luca & Grazer’s Alberto to be explored.

& I especially can't wait to see more of this scene-stealer, Giulia! Luca is coming exclusively to Disney+ this June.

Source: https://twitter.com/sarah_elmahmoud/sta ... 8549852160

Just watched 30 minutes or so of footage from Pixar’s new film, Luca. Obsessed already. The relationships, the brilliant colors, the Italian backdrop. It all comes together nicely. Can’t wait to see the entire thing!

Source: https://twitter.com/ccfilmcritic/status ... 0419350528

Just watched 30 minutes of footage from Pixar’s upcoming Luca, and it’s gorgeous. The characters, the colours, the environments... can’t wait to see the whole thing.

It struck me how incredibly well the characters’ expressions convey their thoughts and emotions even beyond the script, which was both touching and made me laugh out loud at points.

Source: https://twitter.com/MitchBrook/status/1 ... 6926025733

Just watched 30 minutes of @Pixar's upcoming #Luca--cute and charming, with an intimate storytelling style that matches the beautiful, laid-back Italian Riviera setting. Sort of like "Little Mermaid" if Ariel was a sea monster and Prince Eric was a Vespa.

Source: https://twitter.com/JustJeanine/status/ ... 3300681729

Was very lucky to see 30 min of @PixarLuca which contains such vibrant imagery and a color palette that’s bold and bursting with warmth. #PixarLuca will cast a spell over your entire family. @disneyplus and @Pixar have a winner here!

Source: https://twitter.com/Deweysmovies/status ... 8157827072

Loved watching 30 minutes of #PixarLuca! It is vibrant, and full of adventure with beautiful Italy as the stage of this charming story that sure makes us dream of summer!
Don't be surprised if you are nostalgic for your childhood bestie after watching!

Source: https://twitter.com/CoolChillMom/status ... 2575375360

Saw 30 minutes of #PixarLuca & was really charmed by it. A cute story, energetic leads (great voicework from Jacob Tremblay & Jack Dylan Grazer), a breezy tone, a lot of this. Intrigued by the way the animation nods to claymation - reminded me of My Life as a Courgette!!

Source: https://twitter.com/clarisselou/status/ ... 9562016773

I saw 30 minutes of Pixar's Luca. While the animation is beautiful and I like that the film serves as a love letter to Italian culture, I’m not sold on the story or characters. They just feel very generic to me. Curious to see the rest but I am currently underwhelmed.

Source: https://twitter.com/ScottDMenzel/status ... 2851567616

[D82]

I've updated my last post with more reactions. People are describing Luca as charming and a love letter to Italy, and are especially praising the visuals, the humor, Jacob Tremblay's performance, and the friendship and chemistry between the two leads. There's only one critic who's not impressed with the film so far. It's the last reaction I posted.

Here are some more updates:

• I believe the artbook cover hasn't been posted here, right? Here it is. The artwork is by Daniel López Muñoz, the same artist who made the first concept art released for the film of the two protagonists jumping into the water from a cliff.


Source: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Art-Luca-Disne ... 1797207253


• A new book cover reveals that Massimo, Giulia's father, is missing an arm.


Source: https://www.amazon.com/-/es/DK/dp/0744041279/ref=sr_1_7


• Animation on the film has finished. This is the first Pixar film animated completely from home, right? If I'm not mistaken, most of the animation on Soul was made before lockdown.

It happened … We finaled the last animation shot this afternoon! Pazzesco. And all from home. It’s surreal and bittersweet.
Will miss the process. Enjoy a well deserved break Luca anim!

Source: https://twitter.com/sketchcrawl/status/ ... 8346584067


• According to Matthew Melloni, the former editorial director of The Hollywood Reporter, Luca's and Soul's moves to Disney+ have been demoralizing for Pixar employees.


• According to the director, there are no current plans of releasing a short alongside Luca.


• He also says that the composer (and probably more details about the movie) will be revealed this week.

[blackcauldron85]

Now, titles like Soul and Luca are, in Disney's eyes, a harder sell in a crowded theater landscape and easy picks for Disney+ Originals. Fans can only hope that this doesn't discourage Pixar from making more original titles, or that Disney only sees sequels, remakes, and spin-offs as worthy of theatrical distribution.

Um, Pixar films have historically done REALLY well at the box office, so I am super-surprised at this. I'm sad that the employees are sad and don't feel that Disney is appreciating their efforts. We've been wondering here for a while why the Pixar films are free. I'd pay the $30 for them.

According to the director, there are no current plans of releasing a short alongside Luca.

Awww.

[rodrigo_ca]

Dan Romer (from Beasts of the Southern Wild and Netflix's Maniac) will be scoring the film

We announce today Luca’s music composer: the amazing Dan Romer.
I’ve loved Dan’s work since his Beasts of the southern wild ost. The mixture of Italian inspiration and his unique style have been a pleasure to see come together.
1/2

https://twitter.com/sketchcrawl/status/ ... 7019310081

I can’t wait for you to experience the score Dan dreamed up for our movie.
Here’s some of his wonderful scores.
https://open.spotify.com/artist/5ppJZFM ... qdi80X4eXA


#PixarLuca
#danromer

2/2

https://twitter.com/sketchcrawl/status/ ... 1815000065

[D82]

^Interesting choice. I thought it would be Michael Giacchino since he's of Italian descent, but maybe it would've been too obvious.

Now, titles like Soul and Luca are, in Disney's eyes, a harder sell in a crowded theater landscape and easy picks for Disney+ Originals. Fans can only hope that this doesn't discourage Pixar from making more original titles, or that Disney only sees sequels, remakes, and spin-offs as worthy of theatrical distribution.

Um, Pixar films have historically done REALLY well at the box office, so I am super-surprised at this. I'm sad that the employees are sad and don't feel that Disney is appreciating their efforts. We've been wondering here for a while why the Pixar films are free. I'd pay the $30 for them.

Me too. I've been wondering why they're free as well. It doesn't make much sense to me. And you're right, Pixar films tend to do really well at the box office, so the reason the article gives is not convincing.

[Jules]

^^

Also, it's weird because I've long felt that The Walt Disney Co. treats Pixar as their A studio and WDAS as the B studio. I'm not sure if that is accurate or just my mistaken impression, but I certainly got those vibes throughout the years!

[estefan]

Also, it's weird because I've long felt that The Walt Disney Co. treats Pixar as their A studio and WDAS as the B studio. I'm not sure if that is accurate or just my mistaken impression, but I certainly got those vibes throughout the years!

I think they're on equal terms now, what with Disney Animation's recent success with Frozen, Zootopia, Big Hero 6, etc.

Although it's funny that I'm now seeing wild conspiracy theories online from people thinking Soul and Luca heading straight to Disney+ means they don't care about Pixar anymore (this despite Bob Chapek saying how ecstastic he was with Soul's viewership numbers on D+) and want to prop up Disney Animation instead, when the conspiracy theory on this specific forum has long been that Disney shows favouritism towards Pixar over Disney Animation. Make up your mind, Internet! lol

[Farerb]

People have their own biases and conspiracy theories, it doesn't really matter what is the truth.

In my opinion, the reason Pixar is for free while WDAS is not is because Pixar is more adult oriented - as in most adults will prefer to watch a Pixar film rather than a WDAS one, I've seen this a lot in other places and IRL. This forum is unique for its preference of WDAS to Pixar and its Pixar hate (though to me it seems that Revival WDAS gets the same amount of hate so IDK). So anyway when you take that into consideration that adults like Pixar more and that some adult don't have kids, it is less likely that someone will pay $30 if they're the only ones in the household, so it's better to use Pixar films as a means to boost subscriptions number just like they did with Hamilton, since they are less "commercialized" than WDAS or even Marvel for that matter. Of course that's just my theory, I actually have a feeling that if it were a sequel to Toy Story or Incredibles rather than an original film, they would probably have them cost $30 as well.

[D82]

^Interesting theory, Farerb. You may have a point there.

[D82]

New book covers from France:


Sources:
https://www.amazon.it/Disney-Pixar-Luca ... ef=sr_1_11
https://www.amazon.it/Disney-Pixar-Luca ... ef=sr_1_12
https://www.amazon.it/Disney-Pixar-Luca ... ef=sr_1_13
https://www.amazon.it/Disney-Pixar-Luca ... ef=sr_1_14


The last one shows that Ercole, the film's villain, has two friends. I guess one of them is the boy who was with him in the trailer. They don't seem to have too good intentions in this image. Also, Giulia is carrying something behind her bike; I wonder what it could be. And judging by the book he's holding, it seems Luca is interested in astronomy, right?




Some Luca T-shirts and sweatshirts have also appeared on Amazon (more here).



One of them seems to reveal the cat is called Machiavelli.


Source: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Pixar-Machiave ... ref=sr_1_3 (via Youtube)