‘Frozen’ First Look Images in Hi-Res
Walt Disney Animation Studios has provided us with hi-res versions of recently released first look images at its upcoming Thanksgiving film, Frozen, in theaters on November 27, 2013. The gallery is embedded below.
Walt Disney Animation Studios, the studio behind Tangled and Wreck-It Ralph, presents Frozen, a stunning big-screen comedy adventure. Fearless optimist Anna (voice of Kristen Bell) sets off on an epic journey — teaming up with rugged mountain man Kristoff (voice of Jonathan Groff) and his loyal reindeer Sven –to find her sister Elsa (voice of Idina Menzel), whose icy powers have trapped the kingdom of Arendelle in eternal winter. Encountering Everest-like conditions, mystical trolls and a hilarious snowman named Olaf (Josh Gad), Anna and Kristoff battle the elements in a race to save the kingdom. The film also stars the vocal talents of Santino Fontana (as Hans) and Alan Tudyk (as Duke of Weselton).
Below is our gallery of stills from the film. As always, click on any of the thumbnails to see an expanded version. You may then click the resize arrow to see it in its original uploaded resolution:
UPDATE: Given the images above aren’t at the true original size for technical reasons, I went ahead and cropped Elsa from the Anna-Elsa image and posted it separately to provide a good look at her as well.
The film is directed by Chris Buck and Jennifer Lee and produced by Peter Del Vecho. Featuring music from Tony® winner Robert Lopez and Kristen Anderson-Lopez, Frozen is in theaters in 3D on November 27, 2013.
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Disney’s ‘Frozen’ Teaser Poster (Hi-Res)
Walt Disney Animation Studios has just provided us with this hi-res version of the teaser poster for Frozen, in theaters on November 27, 2013.
Walt Disney Animation Studios, the studio behind Tangled and Wreck-It Ralph, presents Frozen, a stunning big-screen comedy adventure. Fearless optimist Anna (voice of Kristen Bell) sets off on an epic journey — teaming up with rugged mountain man Kristoff (voice of Jonathan Groff) and his loyal reindeer Sven –to find her sister Elsa (voice of Idina Menzel), whose icy powers have trapped the kingdom of Arendelle in eternal winter. Encountering Everest-like conditions, mystical trolls and a hilarious snowman named Olaf (Josh Gad), Anna and Kristoff battle the elements in a race to save the kingdom. The film also stars the vocal talents of Santino Fontana (as Hans) and Alan Tudyk (as Duke of Weselton).
The film is directed by Chris Buck and Jennifer Lee and produced by Peter Del Vecho. Featuring music from Tony® winner Robert Lopez and Kristen Anderson-Lopez, Frozen is in theaters in 3D on November 27, 2013.
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Disney’s ‘Frozen’ Warmly Welcomes Josh Gad, Santino Fontana and Alan Tudyk to Cast
Walt Disney Animation Studios (WDAS) has tapped a trio of talented actors to join the voice cast in Frozen. Josh Gad (The Internship, Love & Other Drugs, Broadway’s ‘The Book of Mormon’) provides the voice of Olaf the snowman; Santino Fontana (Broadway’s ‘Cinderella,’ ‘Brighton Beach Memoirs,’ ‘Billy Elliot’) lends his vocal talents as Hans; and Alan Tudyk (42, Wreck-It Ralph, ABC’s ‘Suburgatory’) joins the film as the voice of the Duke of Weselton. The talented group of actors joins Kristen Bell, Idina Menzel and Jonathan Groff in the epic adventure, directed by Chris Buck (Tarzan, Surf’s Up) and Jennifer Lee (screenwriter, Wreck-It Ralph), and produced by Peter Del Vecho (Winnie the Pooh, The Princess and the Frog). Frozen is slated for the big screen Nov. 27, 2013, and will be presented in 3D in select theaters.
Gad brings his sense of humor and his incomparable personality to Olaf, a fun and lively snowman who joins Anna and Kristoff on their journey to save the kingdom. The film, TV and stage star is a veteran of the famed Groundlings Improv troupe and founder of The Lost Nomads Comedy Troupe. He appears alongside Vince Vaughn and Owen Wilson in The Internship, and has a guest-starring role in Fox’s ‘New Girl.’ Upcoming roles include the biopic Jobs, in which he stars as Apple co-creator Steve Wozniak. Gad’s credits also include Thanks for Sharing, Love & Other Drugs, ‘The Daily Show,’ The Rocker, 21 and Crossing Over. He starred in Broadway’s ‘Book of Mormon,’ for which he was nominated for a Tony®. Gad’s Broadway credits also include ‘The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee.’
Fontana provides the voice of Anna’s handsome suitor Hans, who steps in to govern Arendelle when Anna takes off to find her sister. The actor was seen on Broadway as Prince Charming in Rodgers and Hammerstein’s ‘Cinderella,’ for which he received a Tony® nomination. His other Broadway credits include ‘The Importance of Being Earnest,’ ‘Brighton Beach Memoirs,’ ‘Billy Elliot’ and ‘Sunday in the Park with George.’ Fontana also starred in 2011’s off-Broadway play ‘Sons of the Prophet.’ He’s received Drama Desk, Lortel, Obie and Clarence Derwent Awards. On TV, Fontana has appeared on ‘The Good Wife,’ ‘Royal Pains,’ ‘A Gifted Man’ and ‘Made In Jersey.’
Tudyk, who gives voice to a prominent duke visiting Arendelle for a coronation ceremony, returns to the WDAS recording studio following an Annie Award-winning performance as the voice of King Candy in Wreck-It Ralph. A veteran of the big and small screens, Tudyk stars in the critically-acclaimed ABC comedy ‘Suburgatory.’ He can be seen in 42 as Ben Chapman, manager of the 1947 Philadelphia Phillies and one of Jackie Robinson’s most vocal antagonists. Tudyk also appears in ‘Arrested Development.’ His other credits include ‘Firefly,’ 28 Days, A Knight’s Tale, Death at a Funeral, Dodgeball: A True Underdog Story, Knocked Up and 3:10 to Yuma. Tudyk lent his vocal talents to a host of animated films, including three of the Ice Age films and Alvin & the Chipmunks: Chipwrecked, as well as ‘Robot Chicken’ and ‘Family Guy.’ On Broadway, he starred in ‘Epic Proportions,’ ‘Spamalot’ and ‘Prelude to a Kiss.’
Walt Disney Animation Studios, the studio behind Tangled and Wreck-It Ralph, presents Frozen, a stunning big-screen comedy adventure. Fearless optimist Anna (voice of Kristen Bell) sets off on an epic journey — teaming up with rugged mountain man Kristoff (voice of Jonathan Groff) and his loyal reindeer Sven –to find her sister Elsa (voice of Idina Menzel), whose icy powers have trapped the kingdom of Arendelle in eternal winter. Encountering Everest-like conditions, mystical trolls and a hilarious snowman named Olaf, Anna and Kristoff battle the elements in a race to save the kingdom. The film is directed by Chris Buck and Jennifer Lee and produced by Peter Del Vecho. Featuring music from Tony® winner Robert Lopez and Kristen Anderson-Lopez, Frozen is in theaters in 3D on November 27, 2013.
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WATCH: ‘Frozen’ Teaser Trailer
Walt Disney Studios today released its first official teaser trailer for Frozen, embedded below, which features snowman Olaf and reindeer Sven, but none of the human characters.
When a prophecy traps the kingdom of Arendelle in eternal winter, Anna (Kristen Bell), a fearless optimist, teams up with extreme mountain man Kristoff (Jonathan Groff) and his sidekick reindeer, Sven, on an epic journey to find Anna’s sister Elsa, the Snow Queen (Idina Menzel), and put an end to her icy spell. Encountering mystical trolls, a funny snowman named Olaf, Everest-like extremes and magic at every turn, Anna and Kristoff battle the elements in a race to save the kingdom from destruction.
Directed by Jennifer Lee and Chris Buck and featuring original songs and music written by Robert Lopez and Kristen Anderson-Lopez, Frozen journeys into theaters on November 27, 2013.
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‘Frozen’ New Concept Art of Arendelle (Ultra Hi-Res)
Walt Disney Studios has provided us with a very hi-res version of the concept art recently shared from Frozen from Walt Disney Animation Studios.
When a prophecy traps the kingdom of Arendelle in eternal winter, Anna (Kristen Bell), a fearless optimist, teams up with extreme mountain man Kristoff (Jonathan Groff) and his sidekick reindeer, Sven, on an epic journey to find Anna’s sister Elsa, the Snow Queen (Idina Menzel), and put an end to her icy spell. Encountering mystical trolls, a funny snowman named Olaf, Everest-like extremes and magic at every turn, Anna and Kristoff battle the elements in a race to save the kingdom from destruction.
Directed by Jennifer Lee and Chris Buck and featuring original songs and music written by Robert Lopez and Kristen Anderson-Lopez, Frozen journeys into theaters on November 27, 2013.
Our gallery of concept art from Frozen is below. Click any of the thumbnails to see a larger version. When the resize arrow appears, click it to view the image in its original resolution.
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‘Frozen’ Character Posters Give First Look at Anna, Elsa
IMAGES REMOVED BY REQUEST OF WALT DISNEY STUDIOS.
The posters feature Anna (voiced by Kristen Bell) along with the Snow Queen Elsa (voiced by Idina Menzel), who happens to be Anna’s sister. The full synopsis for the film follows:
When a prophecy traps a kingdom in eternal winter, Anna, a fearless optimist, teams up with extreme mountain man Kristoff (voice of Jonathan Groff) and his sidekick reindeer Sven on an epic journey to find Anna’s sister Elsa, the Snow Queen, and put an end to her icy spell. Encountering mystical trolls, an amazing and comedic snowman named Olaf, Everest-like conditions and magic at every turn, Anna and Kristoff battle the elements in a race to save the kingdom from destruction.
The film is directed by Chris Buck (Tarzan, Surf’s Up) and Jennifer Lee (screenwriter, Wreck-It Ralph), and produced by Peter Del Vecho (Winnie the Pooh, The Princess and the Frog). Featuring music from Tony®-winner Robert Lopez (‘The Book of Mormon,’ ‘Avenue Q’) and Kristen Anderson-Lopez (‘In Transit’), Frozen journeys into theaters November 27, 2013, in Disney Digital 3D™ in select theaters.
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‘Disney twenty-three’ to Feature ‘Oz,’ ‘Maleficent’, ‘Frozen’, Plus Animal Kingdom’s 15th and More
The spring issue of Disney twenty-three, the flagship magazine of D23: The Official Disney FanClub, hits stands February 12, loaded with articles to delight both Disney fans and the general public. The cover story, ‘A Great and Powerful Odyssey,’ gives readers an exclusive tour of the land at the end of the road of yellow bricks in Disney’s Oz The Great and Powerful releasing in theaters this March. The article features interviews with stars Rachel Weisz, Michelle Williams and Zach Braff. In addition, there’s a sneak peek of 2014’s Maleficent, starring Angelina Jolie, which offers a new take on the legendary Sleeping Beauty story.
The Emerald City theme continues with a second story illuminating the many connections between Disney and Oz, including Walt Disney’s early attempts to bring Oz to the big screen. The story includes rarely seen images from the Walt Disney Archives and a fond look back at Disney’s 1985 release Return to Oz.
In celebration of the 15th anniversary of Disney’s Animal Kingdom, we sit down with Imagineer Joe Rohde as he reflects on the evolution of Disney’s wildest and most spiritual park.
‘Frozen in Time’ includes concept art from the upcoming film Frozen, due in theaters this November. Walt Disney Animation Studios brings an ice-covered world to life as Anna (voiced by Kristen Bell) seeks to reverse a curse put on her kingdom by a cold-hearted snow queen (voiced by Idina Menzel), who also happens to be her sister.
Disney twenty-three also offers the latest on exciting new projects from the world of Disney and a look at some celebrated classics. The spring issue:
- Celebrates the 30th anniversary of Disney Channel from the original show Good Morning Mickey through the High School Musical trilogy;
- Reveals the secrets and hidden delights to look out for when exploring New Fantasyland at Magic Kingdom;
- Catches up with Bob Baker, a legendary Los Angeles puppeteer whose exquisite artistry is threaded throughout Disney history;
- Tells the story of master glass craftsmen, the Arribas brothers, who now have art in 14 (and counting) different Disney park locations around the globe.
The Disney discoveries do not stop at the end of the publication this spring. In conjunction with the release of this spring issue of Disney twenty-three on February 12, www.D23.comwill feature original and exclusive stories that complement the contents ofD23’s glossy magazine. Only available on D23.com:
- An exclusive Q&A with Brian Henson about his first film, Return to Oz;
- An off-road tour of Kilimanjaro Safaris with the head zookeeper in celebration of Disney’s Animal Kingdom’s 15th anniversary;
- An in-depth look at Disney Channel’s schedule, stars, and shows and an exclusive look back at the first day of programming as the Channel turns 30.
Disney twenty-three is delivered directly to the doorstep of all D23 Gold Members, along with a special gift. The gifts for this issue are reproductions of vintage Disney Valentine’s Day cards, which will be attached exclusively to member issues. This special gift will be received by members just in time for Valentine’s Day.
Beginning February 12, Disney twenty-three magazine will be available at retail locations across the country for $15.95, and can also be purchased online at DisneyStore.com and throughout the Disneyland® and Walt Disney World® Resorts.
Categories: D23 Expo, Movies Tags: Angelina Jolie, Animation, D23, Frozen, James Franco, Maleficent, Michelle Williams, Movies, Oz, Oz the Great and Powerful, Rachel Wisz, Zach Braff
Jonathan Groff Joins ‘Frozen’ to Voice Kristoff
Walt Disney Animation Studios (WDAS) has given voice to its extreme mountain man from the comedy-adventure Frozen. Tony Award® nominee Jonathan Groff (Broadway’s ‘Spring Awakening,’ TV’s ‘Glee’) is on board to help bring Kristoff to life in the epic journey slated for the big screen November 27, 2013.
Groff appears in the independent feature C.O.G., which is part of 2013 Sundance Film Festival. The Pennsylvania native made his big-screen debut in Ang Lee’s Taking Woodstock and went on to appear in the independent drama Twelve-Thirty and The Conspirator. His TV credits include Fox’s ‘Glee,’ the Starz series ‘Boss’ and CBS’ ‘The Good Wife.’ On stage, in addition to the Tony Award®-winning musical ‘Spring Awakening,’ Groff appeared in the Public Theater’s revival of ‘Hair’ and off-Broadway plays ‘Prayer for My Enemy’ and ‘The Submission,’ among others. He made his West End debut in Ira Levin’s ‘Deathtrap,’ and appeared in the 2010 Tony Award®-winning ‘Red’ by John Logan at the Mark Taper Forum this year.
From the studio behind 2010’s Tangled and this year’s Wreck-It Ralph, Walt Disney Animation Studios presents Frozen, the most daring comedy-adventure ever to hit the big screen. When a prophecy traps a kingdom in eternal winter, Anna (voice of Kristen Bell), a fearless optimist, teams up with extreme mountain man Kristoff (voice of Jonathan Groff) and his sidekick reindeer Sven on an epic journey to find Anna’s sister Elsa (voice of Idina Menzel), the Snow Queen, and put an end to her icy spell. Encountering mystical trolls, an amazing and comedic snowman named Olaf, Everest-like conditions and magic at every turn, Anna and Kristoff battle the elements in a race to save the kingdom from destruction. The film is directed by Chris Buck (Tarzan, Surf’s Up) and Jennifer Lee (screenwriter, Wreck-It Ralph), and produced by Peter Del Vecho (Winnie the Pooh, The Princess and the Frog). Featuring music from Tony®-winner Robert Lopez (‘The Book of Mormon,’ ‘Avenue Q’) and Kristen Anderson-Lopez (‘In Transit’), Frozen journeys into theaters November 27, 2013, in Disney Digital 3D™ in select theaters.
First Look: ‘Frozen’ Concept Art Featuring Anna, Kristoff (Hi-Res)
Courtesy of Walt Disney Studios UK, today we get our first look at newly released concept art from Walt Disney Animation Studios’ upcoming film, Frozen, featuring Anna and Kristoff.
When a prophecy traps a kingdom in eternal winter, Anna (Kristen Bell), a fearless optimist, teams up with extreme mountain man Kristoff and his sidekick reindeer, Sven, on an epic journey to find Anna’s sister Elsa, the Snow Queen (Idina Menzel), and put an end to her icy spell. Encountering mystical trolls, a funny snowman named Olaf, Everest-like extremes and magic at every turn, Anna and Kristoff battle the elements in a race to save the kingdom from destruction.
Directed by Jennifer Lee and Chris Buck and featuring original songs and music written by Robert Lopez and Kristen Anderson-Lopez, Frozen journeys into theaters on November 27, 2013.
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Disney’s ‘Frozen’ to be Directed by Co-Writer Jennifer Lee
Walt Disney Animation Studios (WDAS) taps Jennifer Lee to join Chris Buck at the helm of its 53rd full-length animated feature Frozen, which is slated for the big screen on November 27, 2013. Lee, who has contributed to the film’s screenplay, is one of the screenplay writers of this year’s hit arcade-hopping adventure Wreck-It Ralph.
Featuring the voices of Kristen Bell and Idina Menzel, Frozen is the coolest comedy-adventure ever to hit the big screen. When a prophecy traps a kingdom in eternal winter, Anna, a fearless optimist, teams up with extreme mountain man Kristoff and his sidekick reindeer Sven on an epic journey to find Anna’s sister Elsa, the Snow Queen, and put an end to her icy spell. Encountering mystical trolls, a funny snowman named Olaf, Everest-like extremes and magic at every turn, Anna and Kristoff battle the elements in a race to save the kingdom from destruction.
Lee’s screen adaptation of John Steinbeck’s The Acts of King Arthur and His Noble Knights is being produced by Troika Pictures. She has an original screenplay in development with Leonardo DiCaprio’s Appian Way, and her original script “Lucid Dreams” was optioned by Wolfgang Peterson’s Radiant Productions. Lee holds an MFA in Film from Columbia University and a BA in English from the University of New Hampshire.
Buck directed (with Kevin Lima) Disney’s 1999 high-swinging feature Tarzan, which won an Oscar® and a Golden Globe® for Best Music/Original Song (Phil Collins’ ‘You’ll Be in My Heart’). He directed (with Ash Brannon) 2007’s Oscar-nominated Surf’s Up for Sony Pictures Animation. His credits within animation also include 1989’s The Little Mermaid, The Rescuers Down Under (1990) and Pocahontas (1995).
With original songs by Tony®-award winner Robert Lopez (‘The Book of Mormon,’ ‘Avenue Q’) and Kristen Anderson-Lopez (‘In Transit’), Frozen journeys into theaters November 27, 2013, in Disney Digital 3D™ in select theaters.
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