We’re just days away from the long-awaitedEnchantedsequel,Disenchanted, and as excitement continues to ramp up, Disney+ has shared a new featurette on how the upcoming movie captured its magic. Rather than center on the literal magic and effects of the movie, the clip focuses largely on the cast, including its leadAmy Adams, and their characters.
DirectorAdam Shankmanand Adams kick off everything by highlighting the core ofEnchanted:Giselle. AsDisenchantedprimarily follows her and her attempts to recapture her happiness, the clip explores how Giselle went from the joyous character viewers first met to unlocking her darker side. Both Shankman and Adams note how fun it was to explore that wicked side of Giselle. Her story becomes a cautionary tale and offers longtime and new fans a fresh and exciting perspective.
Maya Rudolphexpresses a similar sentiment. She plays the film’s main villain, Malvina Monroe, the queen bee of Monroeville determined to make life difficult for Giselle. Rudolph mentions how she always wanted to play a princess, but that a villainous character is “really juicy.” Intermingled footage from the movie gives another taste at Rudolph’s villain and the heightening conflict between her and Giselle. It also seems that rather than stop Giselle, Malvina will further stoke that wickedness.
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Finally, the featurette continues to build anticipation by promising a film that viewers will surely enjoy. Like its predecessor,Disenchantedwill be filled with musical numbers. Rudolph notes how people will love that aspect of the movie. She also includes howIdina Menzelwill join in the singing, which she didn’t do in the first movie. Adams ties everything up by stating that the movie will bring viewers on “a wonderful, adventurous ride” that captures what madeEnchantedso beloved.
Disenchantedreintroduces viewers to Giselle, who is now married to Robert (Patrick Dempsey). Morgan (Gabriella Baldacchino) is a teenager, and the family has welcomed a new baby. Despite this perfect family image, the charm of city life has worn off for Giselle. Wanting to find that happiness again, she and her family move to the suburban town of Monroeville, where Malvina is set on causing trouble for her. As Giselle’s desperation grows, she turns to Andalasia for help. After a spell goes wrong, the kingdom, Monroeville, and Giselle’s happiness are in jeopardy.
Shankman directed a screenplay byBrigette Hales, with story byDavid N. Weiss,Richard LaGravenese,andJ. David Stem. Shankman,Jo Burn, andSunil Perkashexecutive produced, with Adams,Barry Sonnenfeld, andBarry Josephsonas producers.Alan Menkendid the music and score, with lyrics byStephen Schwartz. Additional cast includesJames Marsden,Jayma Mays,Yvette Nicole Brown,Oscar Nuñez,Ann Harada,Michael McCorry Rose,James Monroe Iglehart, andKolton Stewart.
Disenchantedpremieres November 18 exclusively on Disney+. Watch the new featurette below:
