Disney's Raya and the Last Dragon

[Abudefduf]

Official title for "Dragon Empire", Disney Animation's next movie.

I could've sworn we already had a thread for this, but I can't find it.

 

[Abudefduf]

Disney reveals new animated film Raya and the Last Dragon starring Awkwafina

The animation studio has finally announced the long-awaited next film on its post-Frozen slate: Raya and the Last Dragon, an original animated feature that will star Awkwafina (as Susi the Dragon) and Cassie Steele (as Raya).

The movie takes place in the fictional Kumandra, “a reimagined earth inhabited by an ancient civilization that venerated the mythical dragons for their power and their wisdom,” Shurer described. “It’s inspired by Southeast Asia, both in its themes of community and hope, and in its design.” Kumandra’s five distinct clans form the Land of the Dragon, but dragons are long gone and Kumandra has since been invaded by a “dark, sinister force.”

Raya is the hero, a lone warrior on a quest to save her world, determined to find the last dragon who she believes has the power to save Kumandra. “In addition to being able to swing that sword like a 5-star badass, there is a winning charm about her,” said an exuberant Lim.

I'm so hyped for this thing.

 

[DarkKnight88]

Is this based on any folklore or anything, or completely original story?

 

[Abudefduf]

It's probably going to be like Moana. Inspired by various cultures and tales, but nothing specific.

 

[Silvermoth]

Looks absolutely delightful, can’t wait! Is it a musical too?

Interesting they said it’s south east Asia? I thought ‘fina’s family was originally from mainland China but I can be easily wrong this time. Anyway looks wonderful. I’ve been hankering for the next Disney Princess!

 

[Dr. Evil]

Those Sisu the Dragon toys are going to fly off the shelves aren't they?

 

[Sithborg]

Those Sisu the Dragon toys are going to fly off the shelves aren't they?

I can feel the power of the merch right now.

 

[killface]

Those Sisu the Dragon toys are going to fly off the shelves aren't they?

It will

but it does look like a crackhead chihuahua

 

[CB Fan]

So excited for this, looking at that concept art I wish the movie animation was hand drawn.

 

[Legendver2]

That looks like it could be a water/dragon pokemon.

 

[psylockolussus]

The title is too long but looks exciting!

 

[dark_b]

just by reading the title i knew that Awkwafina was in it. calm down Disney. the world is bigger

 

[Silvermoth]

I think it’s cool that the zany sidekick is voiced by a woman though. I mean genie, flounder, mushu. I’m glad they shook it up a bit

 

[terry78]

This should be cool.