Summary
A newLEGOmovie will be released in 2024, but it’s nothing like the brand’s previous $1.1. billion franchise. The popularity of the LEGO brand of toys has been consistent for decades, and it’s not surprising that it has expanded into a media franchise with movies, TV shows, specials, and more. LEGO’s expansion to film began in the early 2000s with direct-to-video films based on the Bionicle line, with the brand later bringing to life toy lines like LEGO Batman, Scooby-Doo, Super Hero Girls, and more, and in 2014, it finally made the jump to the big screen withThe Lego Movie.
Directed by Phil Lord and Christopher Miller,The Lego Moviebrought together various LEGO toy lines for an adventure that took place across different worlds within the brand.The Lego Moviewas only the beginning of moreLEGO theatrical moviesand was followed byThe Lego Batman MovieandThe Lego Ninjago Moviein 2017, and a proper sequel in 2019 withThe Lego Movie 2: The Second Part. Next up on LEGO’s list of theatrical films isPiece by Piece, which is completely different from what all previous movies (theatrical and direct-to-video) have done so far.
All 14 Hidden Voice Cameos In The LEGO Movie
The LEGO Movie features many cameos by celebrities voicing the LEGO versions of iconic fictional characters, historical figures, or themselves.
Piece By Piece Puts An Entirely New Spin On What A LEGO Movie Can Be
Piece By Piece Tells The Story Of Artist Pharrell Williams
Piece by Pieceis a biographical musical comedy-drama that tells the life and career of artist Pharrell Williams, best known for his music career.
The next LEGO movie to be released in theaters in 2024 isPiece by Piece. Directed by Morgan Neville,Piece by Pieceis a biographical musical comedy-drama that tells the life and career of artist Pharrell Williams, best known for his music career as a solo artist and with groups like N.E.R.D.Piece by Piecealso features other artists who have been part of Pharrell’s journey, such as Snoop Dogg, Kendrick Lamar, and Gwen Stefani.Piece by Pieceis described as a “unique cinematic experience”, and the first trailer did a good job of selling this and its overall style.
Piece by Pieceis showing that LEGO movies can be for more mature audiences as well, with more serious stories but without losing their essence.
BeforePiece by Piece,LEGO’s theatrical movies were all about fictional worlds and were fully IP-driven, so Pharrell’s project has come to put a spin on what LEGO movies can be and show that a lot more can be done with them. While LEGO’s movies have been mostly aimed at a young audience and have kept a family-friendly tone,Piece by Pieceis showing that LEGO movies can be for more mature audiences as well, with more serious stories but without losing their essence.
Piece By Piece Still Looks & Feels Like A LEGO Movie
Despite Its New Spin On LEGO Movies, Piece By Piece Still Feels Like Part Of The Franchise
The animation style is just like the one from previous movies, and even though it’s about real-life people, it still has fantasy elements.
Piece by Pieceis different from all past LEGO movies, but it still looks and feels like part of this beloved franchise. Despite telling a true story and addressing more serious topics than other LEGO movies did,Piece by Pieceis still very much a LEGO movie. The animation style is just like the one from previous movies, and even though it’s about real-life people, it still has fantasy elements and moments to better illustrate specific situations, feelings, and more.
Piece by Piecealso has a similar message to other LEGO moviesin terms of reminding the audience that being yourself is what makes you special and that there’s beauty and potential in everyone. By being different from pastLEGOmovies but still keeping what makes them so unique and entertaining,Piece by Piecehas the potential of regaining the audience’s attention and bringing a diverse audience in, which will be key to its success.
Piece by Piece
Piece by Piece, released in 2024, embarks on a vibrant animated journey through the life of cultural icon Pharrell Williams. Presented through LEGO animation, the film explores Williams’s evolution and contributions to music, offering audiences a unique visual and sonic exploration of his creative legacy.
