Movies: “Ralph Breaks The Internet” Opens At No.1, Connects With PH Audiences

MANILA, Nov. 24, 2018 -- Filipino audiences connected and shared their love for Disney’s “Ralph Breaks the Internet: Wreck-It Ralph 2” as the delightful sequel opened at No.1 on its first day of release in the Philippines Nov. 21, beating the week’s other major studio films.

Earning over 130,000 USD on Day One, “Ralph Breaks the Internet” posted the sixth biggest first day gross for a Disney animation title, performing impressively as it heads for a sensational five-day opening weekend.

Movies: John C. Reily Is Back To “Break The Internet” In “Wreck-It Ralph 2'

John C. Reily and Sarah Silverman

In Walt Disney Animation Studios’ much-anticipated sequel Ralph Breaks the Internet: Wreck-It Ralph 2, actor John C. Reilly steps back into the character of Ralph, the ham-fisted video-game bad guy with a heart. And despite the six-year difference between the original and the sequel, getting back into it was a piece of cake for the 53-year-old comedian.

“It clicked pretty fast,” says Reilly, who reunited with several cast members and filmmakers from the first film. “There’s a level of comfort there. We found the fun and mischievousness from the get-go.”

Movie Review: Ralph Breaks The Internet: Wreck It Ralph 2

Attending the press screening for "Ralph Breaks the Interent: Wreck It Ralph II" I was expecting to have a few laughs and enjoy the movie but I didn't expect to enjoy it as much as I did. I enjoyed the movie so much, I was laughing and crying. I was also reminiscing and reflecting on the many lessons the film had. 

All is well in the arcade as BFFs Ralph and Vanelope develop a routine of playing in their respective games during the day and hanging out during the night, when the arcade is closed. While Ralph is happy with root beer at Tapper's to cap off a long day, Vanelope is looking for something more. 

Which leads them on their adventure to the Internet, in search for a part in "Sugar Rush" (Vanelope's game, in case you forgot). It's really interesting and impressive how the writers thought of the landscape of "the internet". In the trailers, we saw each website (or social media platform) as a place or a building. I'm the movie, this is explored more and you see little avatars for the people when they use the internet. For example, you go online, there's a little avatar that looks like you and travels through the different websites you visit. You might also recall from trailers, that pop up ads appear as very "persuasive" and insistent shady characters and it's hilarious and really, just a smart and funny way to portray this vast and interesting world we move in every day. 

 

Now while, the internet may be a second nature to us, who depend so much on it, in our everyday lives. 'Its a whole new world' for Ralph and Vanelope who have never seen or known anything outside of the arcade. 

So just imagine how overwhelmed they get when they are suddenly submersed in this new environment and while the two may have different opinions of the internet, their friendship is tested. 

Bigger, funnier, crazier and oh so unpredictable. Ralph and Vanelope bring their unique friendship to the world wide web and things don't go as planned. 

I think the adults would enjoy this more than the kids but don't worry there's something for everybody (Disney Princesses FTW!) in the movie. There are so many little Easter eggs (both on Pop Culture and on the Internet +10 points if you catch Geocities) I'm sure you wouldn't be able to catch everything on your first watch. This movie deserves multiple viewings with family and friends.

The film has so many lessons (both for kids and adults) that a discussion with your kids after the movie is highly recommended. I appreciate how they touched on the good and bad side of the internet, albeit lightly. The bigger take away lesson from the movie, is one about friendship.

That changes can happen in a friendship or any relationship for that matter and that we shouldn't let our personal insecurities get in the way of other people's happiness. Change is not always bad, it can be good too and we can adapt, we can make compromises. 

Just because something is "good" doesn't necessarily mean it can't be "better". Pretty deep for a couple of characters in a game eh? 

9/10 "Ralph Breaks the Interent: Breaking Ralph II" is now showing! 

Walt Disney Animation Studios’ Josie Trinidad Advises Fellow Filipino Animators: 'Keep At It, Never Give Up'

Shares Her Experiences And Learnings As Head Of Story Of 'Ralph Breaks The Internet: Wreck-It Ralph 2'

MANILA, Nov. 15, 2018 - Walt Disney Animation Studios’ Josie Trinidad recently visited the Philippines to talk to fellow Filipino animators at the 2018 Animahenasyon, Philippine Animation Festival. Trinidad is the head of story for Disney’s upcoming Ralph Breaks the Internet: Wreck-It Ralph 2, the much-awaited sequel to 2012’s Wreck-It Ralph.

“I can't tell you what a dream come true everything on this film has been for the animators,” Trinidad told the aspiring and professional animators at the festival about her experience working on Ralph Breaks the Internet: Wreck-It Ralph 2.

The proudly Filipino animator, who oversaw the film's story team (the group responsible for translating the script to its first visual form), shared the animation process at Walt Disney Animation Studios. She also showed behind-the-scenes videos and several clips from Ralph Breaks the Internet: Wreck-It Ralph 2.

Movies: “Ralph Breaks The Internet” Takes Arcade Friendship To The World Wide Web

Are you ready, internet?

On November 21, video game bad guy Ralph and fellow misfit Vanellope von Schweetz will be back on the big screen in Ralph Breaks the Internet: Wreck-It Ralph 2. In this follow-up to 2012's Wreck-It Ralph, the best pals leave the video arcade behind, venturing into the uncharted, expansive, and  fast-paced world of the internet—which can be both incredibly exciting and overwhelming, depending on who you ask.

Says director Rich Moore, “They’re like a couple of small-town kids who venture into the big city. One falls in love with the city, while the other one can’t wait to go home.”

Movies: "Ralph Breaks The Internet" --Imagine Dragons’ "Zero" Music Video Out Now

Imagine Dragons’ bassist Ben McKee appears in the new music video for the song “Zero,” which they wrote and performed for Walt Disney Animation Studios’ upcoming film “Ralph Breaks the Internet.”

The multi-platinum, GRAMMY®-winning Imagine Dragons’ new music video for “Zero,” the end-credit song they wrote and performed for Disney’s “Ralph Breaks the Internet,” is now online.

Check it out HERE!

YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j60ClcNYWu4.




Plus, check EPK.TV at 11AM TODAY for a special behind-the-scenes look at the making of this music video!

Imagine Dragons, whose single “Natural” has spent eight weeks at No. 1 Alternative radio, appear in the arcade-based video (watch for the Disney Easter Eggs). In the movie, video-game bad guy Ralph struggles with his evolving friendship with fellow misfit Vanellope von Schweetz. According to Imagine Dragons’ lead singer Dan Reynolds, the film’s emotional themes are reflected in the song “Zero.” “They are compelling because they are real to each of us, personally,” said Reynolds. “That journey of feeling like nothing and trying to realize and recognize your worth as a human is an important part of life. And given the distorted version of reality kids face online and the expectations that come with it, this struggle is real for so many people right now.”

Dave Meyers directed the music video. Meyers was recently recognized at the Video Music Awards for video of the year (“Havana” by Camila Cabello ft. Young Thug), best pop video (“No Tears Left to Cry” by Ariana Grande) and best visual effects (“All the Stars” by Kendrick Lamar ft. SZA).

Featuring singles “Natural” and “Zero,” Imagine Dragons will release their fourth studio album, “Origins,” on Nov. 9 via KIDinaKORNER/Interscope Records. “Origins” is available for pre-order HERE and can be purchased in a variety of formats and bundles HERE.

“Zero” will also be featured on Walt Disney Records’ Original Motion Picture Soundtrack—the digital album is available Nov. 16. Disney’s “Ralph Breaks the Internet” opens Nov. 21, 2018.

ABOUT THE MOVIE:

In “Ralph Breaks the Internet,” video-game bad guy Ralph (voice of John C. Reilly) and best friend Vanellope von Schweetz (voice of Sarah Silverman) leave the comforts of Litwak’s arcade in an attempt to save her game, Sugar Rush. Their quest takes them to the vast, uncharted world of the internet where they rely on the citizens of the internet—the Netizens—to help navigate their way. Lending a virtual hand are Yesss (voice of Taraji P. Henson), the head algorithm and the heart and soul of the trend-maing site “BuzzzTube,” and Shank (voice of Gal Gadot), a tough-as-nails driver from a gritty online auto-racing game called Slaughter Race, a place Vanellope wholeheartedly embraces—so much so that Ralph worries he may lose the only friend he’s ever had. Directed by Rich Moore (“Zootopia,” “Wreck-It Ralph”) and Phil Johnston (co-writer “Wreck-It Ralph,” “Zootopia,” writer, “Cedar Rapids”), and produced by Clark Spencer (“Zootopia,” “Wreck-It Ralph,” “Bolt,” “Lilo & Stitch”), “Ralph Breaks the Internet” hits theaters on Nov. 21, 2018.

Movies: Scarlet Snow Belo Goes Behind-The-Scenes At Disney

Scarlet charms artists and animators in a week-long trip at the Walt Disney Animation Studios and Pixar Animation Studios

Scarlet putting her photography skills to the test as she takes a photo of legendary Disney animator, Mark Henn -  he is the artist behind Disney Princesses Mulan, Jasmine, Ariel & Belle

Excitement filled the internet when posts of celebrity toddler Scarlet Snow Belo surfaced while on her way to the USA to visit Walt Disney Animation Studios where press and influencers from around the globe participated in an immersive experience for the much-awaited sequel “Ralph Breaks the Internet”. 

Movies: Imagine Dragons Write And Record End-Credit Song “Zero” For “Ralph Breaks The Internet”

“Zero” Available Today from KIDinaKORNER/Interscope Records

BURBANK, Calif. (September 19, 2018) – Imagine Dragons, the GRAMMY®-winning band behind recent hits “Natural” and “Whatever It Takes,” wrote and recorded the end-credit song “Zero” for Walt Disney Animation Studios’ “Ralph Breaks the Internet.”