Pixar's 'Soul' Trailer Explores Jazz and the Afterlife
Disney Pixar has released the trailer for 'Soul', a new animated feature directed by Pete Docter, known for 'Monsters & Co.', 'Up', and 'Inside Out'. The film follows Joe Gardner, a music teacher passionate about jazz, who after a misstep finds himself in another universe, forcing him to reconsider the concept of the soul. Docter conceived the idea with his now 23-year-old son, pondering the origin of personality at birth. 'Soul' is set for release in June 2020, following 'Onward' in March 2020.
Key facts
- Disney Pixar released the trailer for 'Soul'.
- The film is directed by Pete Docter.
- Docter previously directed 'Monsters & Co.', 'Up', and 'Inside Out'.
- The protagonist is Joe Gardner, a music teacher passionate about jazz.
- The story involves a 'step' that transports him to another universe.
- Docter developed the idea with his son, now 23.
- The film explores the origin of personality and the soul.
- 'Soul' is scheduled for release in June 2020.
- 'Onward' will be released in March 2020.
Entities
Artists
- Pete Docter
Institutions
- Disney Pixar