Harvey Guillén, who voices Gabo in Disney’s Wish, is giving his take on the studio’s inclusivity efforts on their animated films.
Looking back at the 100 years since Walt Disney Animation Studios was created, the actor said the studio was going in the “right direction.”
“I think they’re making strides in the right direction,” Guillén told ComicBook in an interview. “I think it’s hard to rebuild a wheel that’s already been in motion for a while, and it’s hard to think of a new direction, especially in where we’re at with the world, but they’re putting their best foot forward, I think. And sometimes those things take time, and I’m optimistic.”
After it was suggested if a queer princess would be in the future, Guillén said, “that’d be fantastic.”
“And I think that we are in the lifespan of that potentially happening,...
Looking back at the 100 years since Walt Disney Animation Studios was created, the actor said the studio was going in the “right direction.”
“I think they’re making strides in the right direction,” Guillén told ComicBook in an interview. “I think it’s hard to rebuild a wheel that’s already been in motion for a while, and it’s hard to think of a new direction, especially in where we’re at with the world, but they’re putting their best foot forward, I think. And sometimes those things take time, and I’m optimistic.”
After it was suggested if a queer princess would be in the future, Guillén said, “that’d be fantastic.”
“And I think that we are in the lifespan of that potentially happening,...
- 3/4/2024
- by Armando Tinoco
- Deadline Film + TV
If there's a constant, all-encompassing rule to the universe, it's that absolutely nothing is built to last. If all matter is doomed to the inescapable fate of entropy, and every living thing eventually dies, then what hope do such lovely intangibles as love, desire, and dreams have?
Well, to quote that ersatz Disney prince, Vision, "a thing isn't beautiful because it lasts." Love, dreams, and wishes are beautiful almost because of the fact that they can't always come true; it's the hope, the having of these wishes, that makes life worth living more than merely the attainment of them. Walt Disney and the studio that still bears his name have been a proponent of this principle for Disney (the man's) entire life and Disney (the studio's) existence to date. And now that the studio has reached the milestone of sticking around for 100 years, it's only natural that they'd wish to...
Well, to quote that ersatz Disney prince, Vision, "a thing isn't beautiful because it lasts." Love, dreams, and wishes are beautiful almost because of the fact that they can't always come true; it's the hope, the having of these wishes, that makes life worth living more than merely the attainment of them. Walt Disney and the studio that still bears his name have been a proponent of this principle for Disney (the man's) entire life and Disney (the studio's) existence to date. And now that the studio has reached the milestone of sticking around for 100 years, it's only natural that they'd wish to...
- 11/22/2023
- by Bill Bria
- Slash Film
"Wish" is a new CG-animated 'musical fantasy' feature film, directed by Chris Buck and Fawn Veerasunthorn, starring Ariana DeBose, Chris Pine, Alan Tudyk, Angelique Cabral, Victor Garber, Natasha Rothwell, Jennifer Kumiyama, Evan Peters, Harvey Guillén, Ramy Youssef, Niko Vargas, Della Saba and Jon Rudnitsky, releasing November 22, 2023 in theaters:
"...in the 'Kingdom of Rosas', located off of the Iberian Peninsula, a young 'Asha' senses a darkness that no one else does about the kingdom's ruler, 'King Magnifico'. This eventually leads to her trying to make a passionate plea to the stars in a moment of need. Soon, an actual star from the sky named 'Star' answers Asha's wish.
"After the star falls from the sky, it is revealed the star has magical powers to grant wishes as well.
"Together, Asha and Star must overcome the evils rising in Rosas and fight for a better future in order to have...
"...in the 'Kingdom of Rosas', located off of the Iberian Peninsula, a young 'Asha' senses a darkness that no one else does about the kingdom's ruler, 'King Magnifico'. This eventually leads to her trying to make a passionate plea to the stars in a moment of need. Soon, an actual star from the sky named 'Star' answers Asha's wish.
"After the star falls from the sky, it is revealed the star has magical powers to grant wishes as well.
"Together, Asha and Star must overcome the evils rising in Rosas and fight for a better future in order to have...
- 11/17/2023
- by Unknown
- SneakPeek
Chris Pine has admitted he was a bit nervous to perform opposite Ariana DeBose in the upcoming Disney animated film Wish.
Though the actor showed off his vocal cords in 2014’s Into the Woods, he recently told Entertainment Tonight, “It’s just not something I do on a daily.”
“When you’re singing opposite Ariana…it’s a big deal,” Pine added. But when DeBose learned her singing partner was doubting his ability, she had nothing but praise for him and his talents.
“He can sing! He can absolutely sing,” she told Et. “When I found out that I was cast in this film, I was like, ‘Oh!’ I mean, did you see him in Into The Woods?… I think Chris is one of those examples of not understanding just how talented he is.”
The Oscar winner went on to tease fans that they’re going to be surprised once...
Though the actor showed off his vocal cords in 2014’s Into the Woods, he recently told Entertainment Tonight, “It’s just not something I do on a daily.”
“When you’re singing opposite Ariana…it’s a big deal,” Pine added. But when DeBose learned her singing partner was doubting his ability, she had nothing but praise for him and his talents.
“He can sing! He can absolutely sing,” she told Et. “When I found out that I was cast in this film, I was like, ‘Oh!’ I mean, did you see him in Into The Woods?… I think Chris is one of those examples of not understanding just how talented he is.”
The Oscar winner went on to tease fans that they’re going to be surprised once...
- 11/16/2023
- by Carly Thomas
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Due to the SAG-AFTRA strike, the Los Angeles premiere of Walt Disney Animation’s latest film “Wish” on Wednesday night was set to be a star-free affair — well, save for the literal star on which the movie is based.
But just before 5 p.m., the union announced that, after 118 days, the strike would come to an end as of 12:01 a.m. Pt on Thursday.
Of course, that meant the animated movie’s cast — including Oscar winner Ariana DeBose and Chris Pine — weren’t allowed to make a quick change into their red carpet finest and hustle over to the El Capitan Theatre for a screening set to begin at 7 p.m., but the mood was jubilant nonetheless.
With the film serving as a celebration of Disney’s 100th anniversary, the studio pulled out all the stops for the pre-premiere party on Hollywood Blvd., launching a “Wish” drone show in...
But just before 5 p.m., the union announced that, after 118 days, the strike would come to an end as of 12:01 a.m. Pt on Thursday.
Of course, that meant the animated movie’s cast — including Oscar winner Ariana DeBose and Chris Pine — weren’t allowed to make a quick change into their red carpet finest and hustle over to the El Capitan Theatre for a screening set to begin at 7 p.m., but the mood was jubilant nonetheless.
With the film serving as a celebration of Disney’s 100th anniversary, the studio pulled out all the stops for the pre-premiere party on Hollywood Blvd., launching a “Wish” drone show in...
- 11/9/2023
- by Jazz Tangcay and Angelique Jackson
- Variety Film + TV
"Wish" is a new CG-animated 'musical fantasy' feature film, directed by Chris Buck and Fawn Veerasunthorn, starring Ariana DeBose, Chris Pine, Alan Tudyk, Angelique Cabral, Victor Garber, Natasha Rothwell, Jennifer Kumiyama, Evan Peters, Harvey Guillén, Ramy Youssef, Niko Vargas, Della Saba and Jon Rudnitsky, releasing November 22, 2023 in theaters:
"...in the 'Kingdom of Rosas', located off of the Iberian Peninsula, a young 'Asha' senses a darkness that no one else does about the kingdom's ruler, 'King Magnifico'. This eventually leads to her trying to make a passionate plea to the stars in a moment of need. Soon, an actual star from the sky named 'Star' answers Asha's wish.
"After the star falls from the sky, it is revealed the star has magical powers to grant wishes as well.
"Together, Asha and Star must overcome the evils rising in Rosas and fight for a better future in order to have...
"...in the 'Kingdom of Rosas', located off of the Iberian Peninsula, a young 'Asha' senses a darkness that no one else does about the kingdom's ruler, 'King Magnifico'. This eventually leads to her trying to make a passionate plea to the stars in a moment of need. Soon, an actual star from the sky named 'Star' answers Asha's wish.
"After the star falls from the sky, it is revealed the star has magical powers to grant wishes as well.
"Together, Asha and Star must overcome the evils rising in Rosas and fight for a better future in order to have...
- 11/6/2023
- by Unknown
- SneakPeek
Walt Disney Animation Studios and Disney Music Group today released the new song “Welcome to Rosas,” performed by Ariana DeBose and the talented cast of Wish. Now available on SiriusXM’s Disney Hits Channel 302, YouTube, Amazon Music, Spotify, Apple Music, and all digital service providers, “Welcome to Rosas” is the third of five songs being revealed as part of a weekly “Wish Wednesdays” music campaign ahead of the film’s launch in U.S. theaters on November 22. Check out the video for the song above!
Grammy®-nominated singer/songwriter Julia Michaels and Grammy®-winning producer/songwriter/musician Benjamin Rice penned seven original songs for the film. “I would describe the songs as fun, emotional and heartfelt,” said Michaels. “We had to cover a lot of ground for Wish lyrically, so a lot of the songs are rhythmically whimsical and intentional.” This “is the first song you hear from the movie,...
Grammy®-nominated singer/songwriter Julia Michaels and Grammy®-winning producer/songwriter/musician Benjamin Rice penned seven original songs for the film. “I would describe the songs as fun, emotional and heartfelt,” said Michaels. “We had to cover a lot of ground for Wish lyrically, so a lot of the songs are rhythmically whimsical and intentional.” This “is the first song you hear from the movie,...
- 11/1/2023
- by Editor
- CinemaNerdz
After 100 years of making animated film musicals about talking animals, princesses, classic literary characters, superheroes, and even space pirates, there's not a whole lot of ground that Disney has never covered before. With the upcoming "Wish," however, the House of Mouse will ring in its centennial by focusing on the very idea of wishes. It's a motif that's appeared time and time again in the studio's work, yet it's rarely interrogated. What even is a "wish," really? Who decides which wishes come true and which ones do not? And if wishes can change the course of one's life, what does that even mean for those whose greatest wishes are never granted? It's a real existential conundrum, the further you go down this rabbit hole.
No doubt, you'll be shocked to learn that Disney hasn't fashioned "Wish" as an Ingmar Bergman-esque rumination on these questions and what they say about the human condition.
No doubt, you'll be shocked to learn that Disney hasn't fashioned "Wish" as an Ingmar Bergman-esque rumination on these questions and what they say about the human condition.
- 10/27/2023
- by Sandy Schaefer
- Slash Film
Chris Pine isn’t a singer but he tries his best to handle a Disney tune with “This Is The Thanks I Get?!” from Wish. The studio released a minute-long clip of Pine’s animated character, King Magnifico, performing the song. As an added bonus, Disney also released a behind-the-scenes video of Pine singing alongside clips of King Magnifico.
Grammy-nominated singer/songwriter Julia Michaels and Grammy-winning producer/songwriter/musician Benjamin Rice wrote “This Is The Thanks I Get?!” as well as six additional original songs for the family-friendly animated film.
“We just had a blast with it,” said Wish director Chris Buck, commenting on Pine’s new villain song. “The visuals are terrific — he’s the King and he feels like nobody respects him. It’s been a while since we’ve had a good villain song, so Julia and Ben just went for it.”
Added director Fawn Veerasunthorn, “We...
Grammy-nominated singer/songwriter Julia Michaels and Grammy-winning producer/songwriter/musician Benjamin Rice wrote “This Is The Thanks I Get?!” as well as six additional original songs for the family-friendly animated film.
“We just had a blast with it,” said Wish director Chris Buck, commenting on Pine’s new villain song. “The visuals are terrific — he’s the King and he feels like nobody respects him. It’s been a while since we’ve had a good villain song, so Julia and Ben just went for it.”
Added director Fawn Veerasunthorn, “We...
- 10/25/2023
- by Rebecca Murray
- Showbiz Junkies
"Wish" is a new CG-animated 'musical fantasy' feature film, directed by Chris Buck and Fawn Veerasunthorn, starring Ariana DeBose, Chris Pine, Alan Tudyk, Angelique Cabral, Victor Garber, Natasha Rothwell, Jennifer Kumiyama, Evan Peters, Harvey Guillén, Ramy Youssef, Niko Vargas, Della Saba and Jon Rudnitsky, releasing November 22, 2023 in theaters:
"...in the 'Kingdom of Rosas', located off of the Iberian Peninsula, a young 'Asha' senses a darkness that no one else does about the kingdom's ruler, 'King Magnifico'. This eventually leads to her trying to make a passionate plea to the stars in a moment of need. Soon, an actual star from the sky named 'Star' answers Asha's wish.
"After the star falls from the sky, it is revealed the star has magical powers to grant wishes as well.
"Together, Asha and Star must overcome the evils rising in Rosas and fight for a better future in order to have...
"...in the 'Kingdom of Rosas', located off of the Iberian Peninsula, a young 'Asha' senses a darkness that no one else does about the kingdom's ruler, 'King Magnifico'. This eventually leads to her trying to make a passionate plea to the stars in a moment of need. Soon, an actual star from the sky named 'Star' answers Asha's wish.
"After the star falls from the sky, it is revealed the star has magical powers to grant wishes as well.
"Together, Asha and Star must overcome the evils rising in Rosas and fight for a better future in order to have...
- 10/16/2023
- by Unknown
- SneakPeek
Disney Animation’s ‘Wish’ trailer is the most watched for the studio since 'Frozen 2'. The trailer for the upcoming movie -starring Ariana DeBose - has earned 66.5 million views across online platforms and has surpassed views for the teaser trailer, released in April, by almost 20 million, according to The Hollywood Reporter.It has also become the most viewed Disney trailer on TikTok.The film tells the story of 17-year old Asha, who makes a wish so powerful that it is answered by a cosmic force called Star. However, this leads to trouble with King Magnifico, who sees himself as the only person who can dispense wishes. Ariana voices Asha with Chris Pine as King Magnifico and Alan Tudyk taking on the voice role of Asha’s pet goat, Valentino. Evan Peters, Harvey Guillén, Ramy Youssef, Niko Vargas, Natasha Rothwell, and Jennifer Kumiyama, also star in the movie.Wish...
- 9/30/2023
- by Colette Fahy 2
- Bang Showbiz
Disney’s Wish has been granted.
The trailer for Walt Disney Animation’s upcoming movie Wish has become the studio’s biggest trailer since the release of promotional spots for Frozen 2 in 2019.
The spot earned 66.5 million views across online platforms, according to the company. It surpassed the teaser trailer, which was released in April, by almost 20 million views and has quickly become the most viewed Disney trailer on TikTok to date.
The social media conversation saw praise for the original story, music, cute characters and dastardly villain.
Wish is the 62nd feature release from Disney Animation and comes as the studio celebrates its 100th anniversary. 1937’s Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs was its first feature. The movie even takes its cues from the early days to tell the story of wishing upon a star.
The musical comedy, which opens in U.S. theaters Nov. 22, follows 17-year old Asha,...
The trailer for Walt Disney Animation’s upcoming movie Wish has become the studio’s biggest trailer since the release of promotional spots for Frozen 2 in 2019.
The spot earned 66.5 million views across online platforms, according to the company. It surpassed the teaser trailer, which was released in April, by almost 20 million views and has quickly become the most viewed Disney trailer on TikTok to date.
The social media conversation saw praise for the original story, music, cute characters and dastardly villain.
Wish is the 62nd feature release from Disney Animation and comes as the studio celebrates its 100th anniversary. 1937’s Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs was its first feature. The movie even takes its cues from the early days to tell the story of wishing upon a star.
The musical comedy, which opens in U.S. theaters Nov. 22, follows 17-year old Asha,...
- 9/29/2023
- by Borys Kit
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
The poster and trailer for Disney Animation’s Wish starring Ariana DeBose and Chris Pine have just been released. You can check them both out right here!
Walt Disney Animation Studios shared a new trailer, poster and images this morning, showcasing the epic new musical comedy Wish, which opens in U.S. theaters on November 22. Also revealed today are additional members of the film’s voice cast, who join previously announced cast members Ariana DeBose, who voices 17-year-old heroine Asha; Chris Pine, who lends his voice to the formidable King Magnifico; and Alan Tudyk, who provides the memorable voice of Asha’s pet goat, Valentino.
Walt Disney Animation Studios’ Wish is an all-new musical-comedy welcoming audiences to the magical kingdom of Rosas, where Asha, a sharp-witted idealist, makes a wish so powerful that it is answered by a cosmic force — a little ball of boundless energy called Star. Together, Asha...
Walt Disney Animation Studios shared a new trailer, poster and images this morning, showcasing the epic new musical comedy Wish, which opens in U.S. theaters on November 22. Also revealed today are additional members of the film’s voice cast, who join previously announced cast members Ariana DeBose, who voices 17-year-old heroine Asha; Chris Pine, who lends his voice to the formidable King Magnifico; and Alan Tudyk, who provides the memorable voice of Asha’s pet goat, Valentino.
Walt Disney Animation Studios’ Wish is an all-new musical-comedy welcoming audiences to the magical kingdom of Rosas, where Asha, a sharp-witted idealist, makes a wish so powerful that it is answered by a cosmic force — a little ball of boundless energy called Star. Together, Asha...
- 9/29/2023
- by Editor
- CinemaNerdz
"Wish" is a new CG-animated 'musical fantasy' feature film, directed by Chris Buck and Fawn Veerasunthorn, starring Ariana DeBose, Chris Pine, Alan Tudyk, Angelique Cabral, Victor Garber, Natasha Rothwell, Jennifer Kumiyama, Evan Peters, Harvey Guillén, Ramy Youssef, Niko Vargas, Della Saba and Jon Rudnitsky, releasing November 22, 2023 in theaters:
"...in the 'Kingdom of Rosas', located off of the Iberian Peninsula, a young 'Asha' senses a darkness that no one else does about the kingdom's ruler, 'King Magnifico'. This eventually leads to her trying to make a passionate plea to the stars in a moment of need. Soon, an actual star from the sky named 'Star' answers Asha's wish.
"After the star falls from the sky, it is revealed the star has magical powers to grant wishes as well.
"Together, Asha and Star must overcome the evils rising in Rosas and fight for a better future in order to have...
"...in the 'Kingdom of Rosas', located off of the Iberian Peninsula, a young 'Asha' senses a darkness that no one else does about the kingdom's ruler, 'King Magnifico'. This eventually leads to her trying to make a passionate plea to the stars in a moment of need. Soon, an actual star from the sky named 'Star' answers Asha's wish.
"After the star falls from the sky, it is revealed the star has magical powers to grant wishes as well.
"Together, Asha and Star must overcome the evils rising in Rosas and fight for a better future in order to have...
- 9/28/2023
- by Unknown
- SneakPeek
Disney‘s next animated movie, Wish, is coming out so soon!
The new musical centers on Asha, a sharp-witted idealist, makes a wish so powerful that it is answered by a cosmic force—a little ball of boundless energy called Star.
Together, Asha and Star confront a most formidable foe – the ruler of the magical kingdom of Rosas, King Magnifico – to save her community and prove that when the will of one courageous human connects with the magic of the stars, wondrous things can happen.
Wish will be out in theaters on November 22, 2023.
On top of Ariana DeBose, Alan Tudyk and Chris Pine, the movie will also star a handful of familiar faces as voices to royals, friends and foes.
Keep reading to find out more…
Scroll down for the full cast list and trailer!
Angelique Cabral as Queen Amaya, the wife and sounding board of King Magnifico Victor Garber as Asha’s grandfather,...
The new musical centers on Asha, a sharp-witted idealist, makes a wish so powerful that it is answered by a cosmic force—a little ball of boundless energy called Star.
Together, Asha and Star confront a most formidable foe – the ruler of the magical kingdom of Rosas, King Magnifico – to save her community and prove that when the will of one courageous human connects with the magic of the stars, wondrous things can happen.
Wish will be out in theaters on November 22, 2023.
On top of Ariana DeBose, Alan Tudyk and Chris Pine, the movie will also star a handful of familiar faces as voices to royals, friends and foes.
Keep reading to find out more…
Scroll down for the full cast list and trailer!
Angelique Cabral as Queen Amaya, the wife and sounding board of King Magnifico Victor Garber as Asha’s grandfather,...
- 9/28/2023
- by Just Jared
- Just Jared
Ariana DeBose and Chris Pine lead the voice cast of Disney Animation’s upcoming fairy tale Wish, due out this November.
As the movie’s title suggests, Wish is all about wishes, with DeBose playing 17-year-old Asha in a magical kingdom where a ruler (Pine’s King Magnifico) strictly determines which wishes are granted. When Asha gains the ability to do the same — including giving a voice to her pet goat Valentino, voiced by Disney vet Alan Tudyk — Magnifico deems her an enemy of the kingdom.
In addition to the new trailer,...
As the movie’s title suggests, Wish is all about wishes, with DeBose playing 17-year-old Asha in a magical kingdom where a ruler (Pine’s King Magnifico) strictly determines which wishes are granted. When Asha gains the ability to do the same — including giving a voice to her pet goat Valentino, voiced by Disney vet Alan Tudyk — Magnifico deems her an enemy of the kingdom.
In addition to the new trailer,...
- 9/27/2023
- by Daniel Kreps
- Rollingstone.com
Walt Disney Animation Studios’ new trailer for the musical comedy Wish reveals more details about the film’s fantasy world. The latest trailer was accompanied by an updated, complete list of the voice cast.
Ariana DeBose was previously announced as lending her voice to the film’s teenage heroine, Asha. Chris Pine channels classic Disney villains as King Magnifico, and Alan Tudyk provides the voice of Asha’s pet goat with a surprisingly deep voice, Valentino.
New Wish Voice Cast Members:
Angelique Cabral as Queen Amaya, the wife and sounding board of King Magnifico. Victor Garber as Asha’s grandfather, Sabino, who—at 100 years old—is patiently waiting for his wish to be granted. Natasha Rothwell as Asha’s loving and supportive mom, Sakina. Jennifer Kumiyama as Asha’s dearest friend, Dahlia, who’s an accomplished baker and unofficial leader of their group. Evan Peters as the strong guy with...
Ariana DeBose was previously announced as lending her voice to the film’s teenage heroine, Asha. Chris Pine channels classic Disney villains as King Magnifico, and Alan Tudyk provides the voice of Asha’s pet goat with a surprisingly deep voice, Valentino.
New Wish Voice Cast Members:
Angelique Cabral as Queen Amaya, the wife and sounding board of King Magnifico. Victor Garber as Asha’s grandfather, Sabino, who—at 100 years old—is patiently waiting for his wish to be granted. Natasha Rothwell as Asha’s loving and supportive mom, Sakina. Jennifer Kumiyama as Asha’s dearest friend, Dahlia, who’s an accomplished baker and unofficial leader of their group. Evan Peters as the strong guy with...
- 9/27/2023
- by Rebecca Murray
- Showbiz Junkies
“Wish” is nearly here. And there’s a brand-new trailer for the 62nd Disney animated feature, which you can watch above.
Based on an original idea, with a script co-written by “Frozen” filmmaker Jennifer Lee and Allison Moore, follows Asha (Ariana DeBose) and direction from Disney legend Chris Buck and Fawn Veerasunthorn, a 17-year-old girl who lives in a land where wishes come true. That’s where she discovers that Lord Magnifico (Chris Pine), the leader of her kingdom who has “the power of wishes” (as she says in the trailer), might have more malevolent intent. She sets off on an adventure with an anthropomorphic wishing star and a talking goat.
Disney also revealed the full cast for the movie, which includes Jennifer Kumiyama as Asha’s dearest friend, Dahlia, who’s an accomplished baker and unofficial leader of their group; Evan Peters as the strong guy with a big heart and bigger yawn,...
Based on an original idea, with a script co-written by “Frozen” filmmaker Jennifer Lee and Allison Moore, follows Asha (Ariana DeBose) and direction from Disney legend Chris Buck and Fawn Veerasunthorn, a 17-year-old girl who lives in a land where wishes come true. That’s where she discovers that Lord Magnifico (Chris Pine), the leader of her kingdom who has “the power of wishes” (as she says in the trailer), might have more malevolent intent. She sets off on an adventure with an anthropomorphic wishing star and a talking goat.
Disney also revealed the full cast for the movie, which includes Jennifer Kumiyama as Asha’s dearest friend, Dahlia, who’s an accomplished baker and unofficial leader of their group; Evan Peters as the strong guy with a big heart and bigger yawn,...
- 9/27/2023
- by Drew Taylor
- The Wrap
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