Disney will release Red, Luca and Soul in theaters in 2024
Disney will release Red, Luca and Soul in theaters in 2024 – the entertainment conglomerate does not want to miss the opportunity to make its recent successes shine on the big screen.
By Megan Sauer
The last few years have been chaotic for many Hollywood studios. The pandemic brought new distribution and consumption practices to the table that forced industry executives to go blind and test the waters in the best way possible. Many great premieres ended up on streaming platforms due to the global confinement, however, the mouse company announced an unmissable initiative regarding some of its animated productions.
According to the company, and a new report from The Hollywood Reporter, Luca , Red and Soul will have screenings in theaters in 2024, with the aim of presenting it to the public “as they deserve.” The COVID-19 pandemic made theatrical releases impossible due to restrictions to contain the spread of the virus. With social distancing measures, temporary movie theater closures, and concerns about public safety, audiences were reluctant to congregate in enclosed spaces like movie theaters.
This generated a significant decrease in attendance at film screenings, negatively affecting the profitability of productions and the economic viability of cinemas. Faced with this scenario, film studios opted for alternative strategies, such as delaying releases, releasing films directly on online streaming platforms or using simultaneous release models in theaters and streaming services to adapt to the new conditions imposed by the pandemic.
At the moment there are no defined dates for the release of each film, but at least we know that all three will have the opportunity to reach theaters and dazzle fans on the big screen. It is clear that Disney and Pixar worked hard in the development of these projects and want to see them shine in the largest complexes around the world. Will we see an interesting increase in their respective box offices?
Animations with heart
Red , directed by Domee Shi , presents the story of Mei Lee, a slightly awkward but confident 13-year-old girl, who is torn between being the obedient daughter. Ming, mother of Mei Lee wishes her to be the chaos of adolescence. Her mother is never separated from her, which is an undesirable situation for a teenager. And if the changes in her life and her body weren’t enough, every time she gets too excited (which happens to her practically all the time), she turns into a giant red panda.
Soul , directed by Pete Docter , follows the story of Joe Gardner, a passionate music teacher and jazz pianist who dreams of getting his big break on stage. After an unexpected accident separates his soul from his body, Joe finds himself in the “Great Before”, a place between life and death. Determined to return to his life on Earth, Joe joins up with 22, a somewhat reluctant soul who has yet to find his purpose. Together, they embark on an extraordinary journey through surreal worlds and discover valuable lessons about what it truly means to be alive and find meaning in every moment.
Finally Luca , directed by Enrico Casarosa , presents the adventure of a sea monster boy named Luca, who experiences his first summer in the picturesque Italian coastal town of Portorosso. Although his family warns him about the dangers of interacting with humans, Luca befriends another sea monster named Alberto. Together, the two explore the fascinating life on the surface, but must hide their true identities. As Luca and Alberto participate in typical summer activities, such as bicycle races and competitions, the film explores themes of friendship, authenticity, and overcoming fear of the unknown.
