Sigh. We have just under a year to wait (6/22/12). We saw a teeny bit of a teaser when I was in LA and I can’t wait to see and hear more about Merida. My maternal grandmother was born in Scotland, so this story touches my heart in more ways than one. I can’t WAIT!!
Since ancient times, stories of epic battles and mystical legends have been passed through the generations across the rugged and mysterious Highlands of Scotland. In “Brave,” a new tale joins the lore when the courageous Merida (voice of Kelly Macdonald) confronts tradition, destiny and the fiercest of beasts.
Merida is a skilled archer and impetuous daughter of King Fergus (voice of Billy Connolly) and Queen Elinor (voice of Emma Thompson). Determined to carve her own path in life, Merida defies an age-old custom sacred to the uproarious lords of the land: massive Lord MacGuffin (voice of Kevin McKidd), surly Lord Macintosh (voice of Craig Ferguson) and cantankerous Lord Dingwall (voice of Robbie Coltrane). Merida’s actions inadvertently unleash chaos and fury in the kingdom, and when she turns to an eccentric old Wise Woman (voice of Julie Walters) for help, she is granted an ill-fated wish. The ensuing peril forces Merida to discover the meaning of true bravery in order to undo a beastly curse before it’s too late.
Directed by Mark Andrews (“The Incredibles,” “Ratatouille,” “John Carter”) and Brenda Chapman (“The Lion King,” “Prince of Egypt”), and produced by Katherine Sarafian (“Lifted,” “The Incredibles”), “Brave” is a grand adventure full of heart, memorable characters and the signature Pixar humor enjoyed by audiences of all ages. The film takes aim at theaters on June 22, 2012, and will be presented in Disney Digital 3D™ in select theaters.
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Sassy says
ooooo it looks good. I want to see it NOW! not a year. hahaha
Mrs. Zwieg says
I will not be going to see this. I don’t like modern writers turning history into something that can be “revised for our viewing pleasure.” I prefer to stick with the facts and honestly, my children appreciate that too. There are obvious political reasons behind putting a female as the lead in this particular story.
G Bailey says
Wow, that’s a long time to wait!