Pitch Perfect 2 (HBO)

About Pitch Perfect 2 (HBO)

Pitch Perfect 2 is a 2015 American musical comedy film directed and produced by Elizabeth Banks. It is the sequel to the 2012 film Pitch Perfect and the second installment in the Pitch Perfect film series. The film revolves around the all-female a cappella group, The Barden Bellas, as they compete against another a cappella group to win the World Championships of A Capella. The film showcases their journey filled with music, comedy, and unforgettable friendships.

Making / Production

The production of Pitch Perfect 2 began in 2014 under the direction of Elizabeth Banks, marking her directorial debut. The film was produced by Paul Brooks of Gold Circle Films and Banks and Max Handelman via their Brownstone Productions company. The musical sequences were choreographed by Aakomon Jones, highlighting the essence of a cappella music performances.

Actors

• Anna Kendrick as Beca Mitchell: A senior at Barden University who is a natural leader, full of creativity and determination.
• Rebel Wilson as Fat Amy: She’s a riot and unapologetically herself, adding humor and dynamism to the team's performances.
• Hailee Steinfeld as Emily Junk: A freshman who joins the group and is the legacy Bella, as her mother was one of the Bellas too.
• Brittany Snow as Chloe Beale: She is the co-leader of the Bellas and her passion for the group keeps them together.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• Elizabeth Banks made her directorial debut with Pitch Perfect 2.
• The film grossed over $287 million worldwide, which was more than double the gross of the original film.
• The riff-off in the film was shot in a real-life abandoned pool in Baton Rouge.

Quotes

• “I love you awesome nerds.” - Beca
• “I'm an adult. I should be making my own decisions.” - Emily
• “We're back, pitches!” - Fat Amy

Music, Soundtrack

• “Flashlight” by Jessie J - The song was specifically written for the film and was performed by the character Emily Junk (Hailee Steinfeld).
• “World Championship Finale 2” by The Barden Bellas - This was the final performance song of the Bellas in the movie.
• “Crazy Youngsters” by Ester Dean - This song captures the energy and spirit of the film.