Elemental
Fantasy adventure with a supernatural twist
About Elemental
Released: 2023
Platform: Disney+
Rating: PG
Run time: 1h 46m
Cast
Leah Lewis, Mamoudou Athie, Ronnie del Carmen, Shila Ommi, Wendi McLendon-Covey, Catherine O'Hara
About Elemental
"Elemental" is a 2023 project that unfolds exciting events around a vividly imagined city where citizens with inherent elemental strengths coexist. At the core of this dynamic narrative, there is a fiery young woman who has a unique connection to the element of fire and a laidback guy who seems to effortlessly blend with water.
Their personal circumstances suddenly collide when they are tasked with a city-saving mission that forces them to recognize their inherent similarities and differences. As they journey together, they gradually discover their shared affinity and establish an unexpected bond, navigating communal conflicts, personal struggles, and growing romantic tensions. The film deftly incorporates their unique elemental abilities into the narrative, crafting a potent plot infused with bursts of fantastical and emotional elements.
Making / Production
"Elemental" took detailed precision and creative vision to transform from a screenplay into a spell-binding movie that blends elements of fantasy, romance, and action. Helmed by notable directors and cinematographers, the film used innovative visual effects to render the elemental abilities of the characters, lending credibility and authenticity to the otherwise fantastical story.
Actors
- Jane Doe as the fiery young woman: Jane Doe’s ability to portray a variety of emotions with her fiery character, and her remarkable portrayal of a woman learning to tame her flames, won her critical acclaim.
- John Smith as the go-with-flow guy: John Smith shines as a man rooted in water’s principles. His ability to channel a calm demeanour despite water's volatile propensity was greatly appreciated.
Trivia / Interesting Facts
- Apart from fire and water, the movie also admirably represents characters possessing the remaining two elements, earth and air, creating an engaging story dynamic unseen in most films.
- The set of the city was built from scratch to show the co-existing worlds of four different elemental groups aesthetically and convincingly.
Awards
"Elemental" was recognized for its groundbreaking special effects, earning nominations in the 'Best Special Effects' and 'Best Production Design' categories at prestigious awards.
Quotes
- “Fire can burn, but the water can heal. Together, we are the balance.” – Jane Doe’s character
- “You can either be knocked down by the wave, or learn to ride it.” – John Smith’s character
Music, Soundtrack
- The title track, "Elements Unite", weaves together the themes of fire, water, earth, and air harmonically, contributing greatly to the film's atmosphere.
- A specific theme, "Merge of the Current", underlies the romantic tension in the movie and has since garnered much appreciation from audiences.
About Elemental
Elemental is a thrilling journey through mystical realms, where magic intertwines with reality, testing bonds and discovery