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A Day With the Cast of Ant-Man and the Wasp

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A Day With the Cast of Ant-Man and the Wasp

By Jonelle

When I was offered the opportunity to preview Marvel’s Ant-Man and the Wasp and attend the press junket, I jumped on the chance to do so. I’ve loved Paul Rudd way back to the TV show Sisters. Not many people will remember that show. The first Ant-Man was hilarious. Paul Rudd in Civil War was amazing, I think one of the best things about that film. I was excited to see the movie and listen to the stars discuss their experience working on the film. Ant-Man and the Wasp arrives in theatres everywhere on July 6th!

The press conference was held at the beautiful Langham Hotel located in the picturesque Pasadena, California. Food and drinks were provided before the conference, but I graciously passed. Walking into the conference hall, the very first thing I saw was the giant-sized Hello Kitty Pez dispenser. 

Of course, the most exciting part of the day was seeing the cast. I just was want to say that, what producer Kevin Feige has done for the MCU is wonderful. This is a producer who wants to make movies that fans can love. In attendance were Paul Rudd, Evangeline Lilly, Michael Douglas, Laurence Fishburne, Hannah John-Kamen, Director Peyton Reed and Producer Kevin Feige. I’m not going to lie, I wish Michael Pena would have been there too, he’s so freaking hilarious.

Evangeline Lilly; Paul Rudd; Hannah John-Kamen; Michael Douglas; Laurence Fishburne; Peyton Reed; Kevin Feige.

Just like with the previous Ant-man film, Paul Rudd is one of the writers. He’s very, very funny in the movie. This film is supposed to be sequel to not only the original Ant-Man, but also to Captain America: Civil War. You first see Scott under house arrest for teaming up with Captain America. Scott is just a regular guy trying to make a life for himself and his daughter Cassie. Paul mentioned that he had a daughter roughly Cassie’s age, and that now, she’ll be expecting a slide just like the one built in the movie.

Evangeline Lilly & Paul Rudd. Photo by Alberto E. Rodriguez/Getty Images for Disney

Considering that this is the first film after the release of Avengers: Infinity War and the big-bad Thanos, Hannah John Kamen was asked about her “villainous” character in the film. She said that she didn’t look at Ava/Ghost as being a true villain. The actors agree that in the MCU good and evil is not always black and white. The “villains” in these stories, like Ghost, have redeemable qualities. Well, maybe not Thanos. Evangeline Lilly mentioned that her seven-year-old likes to “taunt” her by saying how much he loves violent films. She tells her son that there are no such things as bad guys. Bad guys are just good guys who have lost their way and a true hero is the one who “reminds them of their goodness.” Isn’t Scott one of those redeemable guys who lost his way, and now look, he’s a hero himself.

Hannah John-Kamen. Photo by Alberto E. Rodriguez/Getty Images for Disney

Not necessarily new to the MCU, so-to-speak, but back from the DCU, is Laurence Fishburne. He was the voice of the Silver Surfer in Fantastic 4: Rise of the Silver Surfer. He plays Dr. Bill Foster who becomes Black Goliath.

After the press conference, we were taken to another room where we received a tote bag with some goodies. I got a T-shirt, a Wasp action figure and a vintage looking poster for the film.

As many already know, I’m a FunkoPop collector. Once again, Marvel and Funko didn’t disappoint. I am now in a mad search to find the Scott and Hope Ant-Man and the Wasp Pops to add to my collection. They also have a Ghost Pop. Aren’t they just the cutest?

Other merchandise on display included a series of children’s books, Legos and Invicta Limited Edition Ant-Man and the Wasp watches. I remember Little Golden Books when I was a kid. There is definitely a vintage vibe going on. I’m not sure if that was done on purpose or not, but I’m really liking the throwbacks to my childhood.

There was one action figure that looked so lifelike, even down to the abs and facial hair. It’s like they actually did shrink Paul Rudd into a miniature version of himself. This was probably the coolest piece of merchandise, (other than the adorable Funko Pop figures) on hand. I couldn’t stop staring at this one action figure.

Some of the costumes were also on hand. The Wasp’s suit is really the coolest suit worn by a female superhero in the MCU. It’s much cooler than Ant-Man’s suit, hello it has wings. A sentiment stated in the film, by Scott himself.   

Overall the day was amazing. The hotel was beautiful. I had an awesome time getting to hear about the actors’ take on their characters. I loved listening to their banter back and forth.  I loved looking the all the new merchandise on hand, especially the adorable Funko Pop collectables and that amazing replica of Scott Lang, AKA Paul Rudd. You won’t want to miss this one! In theaters everywhere on July 6th, but until then take a look at the trailer below! 

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ANT-MAN AND THE WASP arrives in theatres everywhere on July 6th!

The Supers are Back in Incredibles 2!

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The Supers are Back in Incredibles 2!

By Erin

The long 14 year wait is finally over and we get to see the Supers back in action in Incredibles 2! Telecommunications guru Winston Deavor calls on Helen aka Elastigirl (voice of Holly Hunter) to help bring Supers back to fight crime and make the public fall in love with superheroes once again. That leaves Bob (voice of Craig T. Nelson) with one of his greatest challenges ever; to navigate the day-to-day heroics of “normal” life at home to take care of three rambunctious children. Violet, Dash and Jack-Jack offer him a new set of headaches while a new cybercriminal named Screenslaver- hatches a brilliant and dangerous plot that only the Incredibles can overcome together.  You won’t want to miss this action packed film featuring your favorite supers!

©2017 Disney•Pixar

Before you go out and see the film, brush up on some fun facts about the film! You can also read about what the cast had to share with us here.

BABY STEPS – For both The Incredibles and Incredibles 2, filmmakers studied real- life babies to capture baby Jack-Jack’s movements. Jack-Jack totally steals the show in this film, he is just so adorable and lovable as we discover his new powers.

DADDY DOLDRUMS – Bob finds that keeping up with three kids, including a toddler with newly revealed super powers, is challenging—and tiring. Filmmakers strategically dressed the character to reflect his state of mind. The more tired Bob gets, the more grays and beiges he wears. As he begins to take charge again, his wardrobe reflects his newfound confidence.

©2018 Disney•Pixar.

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Meeting the Cast of Incredibles 2

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Meeting the Cast of Incredibles 2

By Erin

 Almost 14 years later, Incredibles 2 is making it’s way to the big screen this Friday, June 15th, 2018. Helen (voice of Holly Hunter) is called on to lead a campaign to bring Supers back, while Bob (voice of Craig T. Nelson) navigates the day-to-day heroics of “normal” life at home with Violet (voice of Sarah Vowell), Dash (voice of Huck Milner) and baby Jack-Jack—whose super powers are about to be discovered. Their mission is derailed, however, when a new villain emerges with a brilliant and dangerous plot that threatens everything. But the Parrs don’t shy away from a challenge, especially with Frozone (voice of Samuel L. Jackson) by their side. That’s what makes this family so Incredible. Written and directed by Brad Bird (“Iron Giant,” “The Incredibles,” “Ratatouille”) and produced by John Walker (“The Incredibles,” “Tomorrowland”) and Nicole Grindle (“Sanjay’s Super Team” short, “Toy Story 3” associate producer), Disney•Pixar’s Incredibles 2 busts into theaters this Friday, and you won’t want to miss it!

I had the chance to listen in on the press junket for this Incredible movie, that was held at The London in West Hollywood, California. In attendance was:

  • Craig T. Nelson (“Bob Parr / Mr. Incredible”)
  • Holly Hunter (“Helen Parr / Elastigirl”)
  • Samuel L. Jackson (“Lucius Best / Frozone”)
  • Bob Odenkirk (“Winston Deavor”)
  • Catherine Keener (“Evelyn Deavor”)
  • Sophia Bush (“Voyd”)
  • Sarah Vowell (“Violet Parr”)
  • Huck Milner (“Dash Parr”)
  • Director Brad Bird
  • Producer Nicole Grindle
  • Producer John Walker

It was a very hilarious conversation with lots of laughs. Huck Milner was not even born yet at the time of the original release of the Incredibles, so he was asked when he first saw the movie.

When did you see the first movie for the first time and how did it come about that you were going to be a part of Incredibles 2?

HUCK MILNER: I saw the first movie when I was like five or something. My dad showed me it. Because he really loved the first one. And I really loved it, too. And my favorite character was Dash probably. When I got the audition, I just was watching the movie over and over again and when my mom got sick of watching it, I used the audition as an excuse to watch it again.

There is a role reversal with this movie between Elastigirl and Mr. Incredible. Violet really steps up and there’s other things that happen in the film, too. Holly, what was your first take when you first read the screen play and saw that role reversal?

HOLLY HUNTER:  Well, I didn’t read a screenplay. Because there wasn’t really one. It was a while before I truly realized what I was really going to get to do in the movie. I was really thrilled. But it was like a retroactive thrill. Because over a period of months before I started gleefully singing during our recording sessions about how great my part was. But to me, it was just really fun. I don’t think that this is a message movie in any way. I think it’s purely like luck, luck of the draw that this happens to be dovetailing with me too, and times up. But obviously, time is up. Okay. And I feel that way personally. And it happens to be serendipitously reflected in this particular movie. But at the same time, it’s character revelation period. Everybody is having revelations including Jack-Jack. All the characters are revelations to the audience and to themselves. I’m no exception as Elastigirl. 

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