Here's Everything You Need to Know About Pixar's Jazzy New Film, Soul
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It's been more than five years since director Pete Docter teamed up with Pixar to release Inside Out, a movie exploring the depths of human emotion in a family-friendly way. Years later, Docter (who serves as Pixar's Chief Creator Officer) is back with yet another insightful and introspective idea: Soul. He revealed more details about the upcoming film at the D23 Expo in Anaheim back on Aug. 24, and now we have a teaser trailer on our hands. Ahead, check out all the other details you should know, including a rundown of the movie's cast and soundtrack.
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The Story
Soul focuses on Joe, a middle school music teacher with aspirations to perform at The Blue Note, a famous jazz club in New York. His plans are derailed when he slips into an open manhole and takes a glowing green form, representing his own soul. Joe then embarks on an existential journey and lands at the "You Seminar" — where souls are developed.
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The Cast
Jamie Foxx will lend his voice to Joe, while Tina Fey will play an unborn soul named 22. Soul also features Questlove as Curly, Phylicia Rashad as Joe's mother, Livia, and Daveed Diggs as Paul, Joe's nemesis.
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The Music
In addition to an already exciting story line, Soul promises an original soundtrack with new music from Jon Batiste and a score written by Trent Reznor and Atticus Ross from Nine Inch Nails.
Soul's Teaser Trailer
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The Release Date
Soul is expected to hit theaters on June 19, 2020.