Luca (2021 film)

Luca
Luca
Directed by	Enrico Casarosa
Screenplay by	Jesse Andrews and Mike Jones
Story by	Enrico Casarosa, Jesse Andrews, and Simon Stephenson
Produced by	Andrea Warren
Starring	Jacob Tremblay, Jack Dylan Grazer, Emma Berman, Saverio Raimondo, Maya Rudolph, Marco Barricelli, Jim Gaffigan
Edited by	Catherine Apple, Jason Hudak
Music by	Dan Romer
Production; companies	Walt Disney Pictures, Pixar Animation Studios
Distributed by	Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures
Release date	June; 18, 2021 (US)
Running time	95 minutes
Country	United States
Language	English
Budget	$50 million
Box office	$49.8 million

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Luca is a 2021 American computer-animated coming-of-age fantasy film produced by Pixar Animation Studios and distributed by Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures. The film is directed by Enrico Casarosa in his feature-length directorial debut, produced by Andrea Warren, and written by Jesse Andrews and Mike Jones. The story is set on the Italian Riviera and centers on a young sea monster boy named Luca Paguro who experiences a life-changing summer.

Plot[edit | edit source]

The film follows Luca Paguro, a young sea monster who lives in the waters off the coast of the Italian Riviera. Curious about the human world, Luca meets another sea monster named Alberto Scorfano, who lives on land. Together, they explore the town of Portorosso, experiencing the joys and challenges of human life while keeping their true identities a secret. They befriend a human girl named Giulia Marcovaldo, and the trio embarks on an adventure that changes their lives forever.

Voice Cast[edit | edit source]

Jacob Tremblay as Luca Paguro
Jack Dylan Grazer as Alberto Scorfano
Emma Berman as Giulia Marcovaldo
Saverio Raimondo as Ercole Visconti
Maya Rudolph as Daniela Paguro
Marco Barricelli as Massimo Marcovaldo
Jim Gaffigan as Lorenzo Paguro

Production[edit | edit source]

The film was announced in July 2020, with Enrico Casarosa set to direct. Casarosa drew inspiration from his own childhood experiences growing up in Italy. The animation style was influenced by hand-drawn and stop-motion techniques, aiming to create a unique visual aesthetic.

Music[edit | edit source]

The film's score was composed by Dan Romer. The soundtrack features a mix of original compositions and classic Italian songs, enhancing the film's setting and emotional tone.

Release[edit | edit source]

Luca was released on June 18, 2021, on Disney+ due to the COVID-19 pandemic. It received positive reviews for its animation, voice acting, and heartwarming story.

Reception[edit | edit source]

The film was praised for its beautiful animation, charming characters, and nostalgic feel. Critics highlighted the film's themes of friendship, acceptance, and self-discovery. It was considered a delightful addition to Pixar's filmography.