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Walt Disney Productions Walt Disney Productions New Trailer Released for Disney’s ‘Cruella’ April 7, 2021 The Walt Disney Company has released a new trailer and poster for its all-new live-action feature film Cruella, starring Academy Award® winners Emma Stone and Emma Thompson, directed by Craig Gillespie. The film will release simultaneously in theaters and on Disney+ with Premier Access for a one-time additional fee on Friday, May 28. Academy Award® winner Emma Stone (La La Land) stars in Disney’s Cruella, an all-new live-action feature film about the rebellious early days of one of cinema’s most notorious—and notoriously fashionable—villains, the legendary Cruella de Vil. Cruella, which is set in 1970s London amidst the punk rock revolution, follows a young grifter named Estella, a clever and creative girl determined to make a name for herself with her designs. She befriends a pair of young thieves who appreciate her appetite for mischief, and together they are able to build a life for themselves on the London streets. One day, Estella’s flair for fashion catches the eye of the Baroness von Hellman, a fashion legend who is devastatingly chic and terrifyingly haute, played by two-time Oscar® winner Emma Thompson (Howards End, Sense & Sensibility). But their relationship sets in motion a course of events and revelations that will cause Estella to embrace her wicked side and become the raucous, fashionable and revenge-bent Cruella. Disney’s Cruella is directed by Craig Gillespie (I Tonya) from a screenplay by Dana Fox and Tony McNamara, story by Aline Brosh McKenna and Kelly Marcel & Steve Zissis. It was produced by Andrew Gunn (Freaky Friday), Marc Platt (Mary Poppins Returns) and Kristin Burr (Christopher Robin), with Emma Stone, Michelle Wright, Jared LeBoff and Glenn Close serving as executive producers. Two-time Oscar®-winning costume designer Jenny Beavan (Mad Max: Fury Road, A Room with a View) creates the dazzling and imaginative costumes, which take on a life of their own. The Walt Disney Company Sets 2030 Environmental Goals DECEMBER 18, 2020 BURBANK, Calif., December 18, 2020 – The Walt Disney Company today announced a new set of environmental goals for 2030 focused on five main areas: Greenhouse Gas Emissions, Water, Waste, Materials and Sustainable Design. “Disney has shown a strong commitment to the environment throughout its history and we’re excited to continue building on that legacy with new, ambitious environmental goals for 2030,” said Bob Chapek, Chief Executive Officer, The Walt Disney Company. “These goals focus on key areas of our business where we believe we can have a significant, lasting impact and make a positive difference in protecting our planet.” Disney’s environmental policies are based on a set of guiding principles intended to drive the Company’s long-term environmental strat- egy and the everyday decision-making of its leadership, cast members and employees around the world. The approach to environmental sustainability is grounded in science and an assessment of where the Company’s operations have the most significant impact on the environment, as well as the areas where it can most effectively mitigate that impact. The 2030 environmental goals outlined in the report include: achieving net zero greenhouse gas emissions for direct operations; purchasing or producing 100% zero carbon electricity for all direct operations; collaborating with industry groups and investing in low carbon fuel innovation; investing in natural climate solutions; implementing site-specific watershed stewardship strategies at high-impact sites; serving 100% environmentally responsible seafood at U.S. parks and resorts; working to achieve zero waste to landfill for Disney’s wholly owned and operated parks Disney and Pixar’s Original Feature Film ‘Luca’ Reveals All-New Trailer and Poster APRIL 28, 2021 A new trailer and poster has debuted for Disney and Pixar’s upcoming newfound best friend, but all the fun is threatened by a original feature film Luca. The film, which streams exclusively on Disney+ deeply-held secret: They are sea monsters from another for all subscribers beginning June 18, 2021, showcases one incredible world just below the water’s surface. The voice cast summer in the Italian seaside town of Portorosso—seen through the eyes features Jacob Tremblay as Luca Paguro; Jack Dylan of a sea monster named Luca. Grazer as Alberto Scorfano; Emma Berman as Giulia Disney and Pixar’s original feature film Luca is a coming-of-age story about Marcovaldo; Saverio Raimondo as town bully Ercole one young boy experiencing an unforgettable summer filled with gelato, Visconti; Maya Rudolph as Luca’s mom, Daniela; Marco pasta and endless scooter rides. Luca shares these adventures with his Barricelli as Giulia’s dad, Massimo; Jim Gaffigan as Luca’s dad, Lorenzo; Sandy Martin as Luca’s grandma, and Giacomo Gianniotti as a local fisherman. Pixar Animation Studios’ 24th feature film is directed by Academy Award® nominee Enrico Casarosa (La Luna) and produced by Andrea Warren (Lava, Cars 3). Award-winning composer Dan Romer (Beasts of the Southern Wild, Maniac) created the score. Disneyland Resort Theme Parks Welcome Back Guests APRIL 30, 2021 Long considered a beacon of happiness around the world, Walt’s Disney’s original Disneyland Park re- opened to the public today, along with Disney California Adventure Park. Guests entered the theme parks filled with joy and excitement as they discovered the magic is here once again, as enchanting and timeless as ever. On this historic day, cast members welcomed guests back to the parks to explore favorite attractions, wave hello to beloved Disney characters, don a pair of Mickey Mouse ears and savor iconic Disney treats. Just prior to the gates of Disneyland opening for the first time in more than a year, Chief Executive Officer of The Walt Disney Company Bob Chapek participated in the daily ceremony to raise the American flag and shared brief remarks of inspiration for the cast members who were preparing for the momentous day. Chapek expressed his appreciation for the spirit, persistence and patience cast members have shown over the past 412 days, and he noted that appreciation is shared by guests. “We’re not just another place, we’re not just another theme park. We’re something special, and we’re something special because of all of you, because you bring magic to the world,” he said. “Our guests crave the Disneyland experience because of your special brand of care and attention.” Today’s official reopening caps a historic week that began with a special moment to acknowledge and celebrate the contributions of the Resort’s cast. In this heartfelt presentation on Disneyland Park’s Main Street, U.S.A., Josh D’Amaro, chairman of Disney Parks, Experiences and Products, and Ken Potrock, president of the Disneyland Resort shared messages of optimism and gratitude to the cast members of the Disneyland Resort. This week, cast and community members rejoiced as they experienced the magic of the theme parks once again during a cast member soft opening. Hear from some of these special guests in the video below and discover #MagicIsHere: For the most up-to-date information about the Disneyland Resort, including ticket and reservation information, and which experiences are currently available or will be offered, guests are encouraged to check Disneyland.com and follow the Disney Parks Blog for the latest details. All-New Trailer Debuts for Marvel Studios’ ‘Black Widow’ APRIL 5, 2021 A new trailer for Marvel Studios’ long-awaited Black Widow has debuted, showcasing Natasha Romanoff’s struggle to face her past and deal with unfinished business. The action-packed spy thriller will launch simultaneously in theaters and on Disney+ with Premier Access* in most Disney+ markets on July 9, 2021. Natasha Romanoff aka Black Widow confronts the darker parts of her ledger when a dangerous conspiracy with ties to her past arises. Pursued by a force that will stop at nothing to bring her down, Natasha must deal with her history as a spy and the broken relationships left in her wake long before she became an Avenger. Scarlett Johansson reprises her role as Natasha/Black Widow, Florence Pugh stars as Yelena, David Harbour portrays Alexei/The Red Guardian, and Rachel Weisz is Melina. Black Widow—the first film in Phase Four of the Marvel Cinematic Universe—is directed by Cate Shortland and produced by Kevin Feige. Disney Debuts New Trailer for ‘Raya and the Last Dragon’ OCTOBER 21, 2020 Walt Disney Animation Studios’ Raya and the Last Dragon features Kelly Marie Tran as the voice of Raya, a lone warrior whose mission is to track down the legendary last dragon in a bid to save Kumandra and unite its lands. Today a new trailer debuted for the film, which opens in U.S. theaters on March 12, 2021. Long ago, in the fantasy world of Kumandra, humans and dragons lived together in harmony. But when an evil force threatened the land, the dragons sacrificed themselves to save humanity. Now, 500 years later, that same evil has returned and it’s up to a lone warrior, Raya, to track down the legendary last dragon to restore the fractured land and its divided people. However, along her journey, she’ll learn that it’ll take more than a dragon to save the world—it’s going to take trust and teamwork as well. Raya and the Last Dragon is from directors Don Hall and Carlos López Estrada, co-directors Paul Briggs and John Ripa, producers Osnat Shurer and Peter Del Vecho, and features the voices of Kelly Marie Tran as Raya and Awkwafina as the last dragon Sisu. New Trailer Debuts for ‘Free Guy’ from 20th Century Studios OCTOBER 5, 2020 A new trailer and poster for 20th Century Studios’ up- coming feature film Free Guy has debuted today.
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