Once upon a time, in a grand old mansion, there lived a m... Once upon a time, in a grand old mansion, there lived a maiden named Amelia. She was a diligent and hardworking young woman who served as the head maid in the household. Amelia took great pride in her work and was highly regarded by her employers for her efficiency and attention to detail.
Richard E. Grant, Kacey Musgraves and Dan Stevens will lead the English language voice cast for Studio Ghibli‘s animated feature Earwig and the Witch, directed by Goro Miyazaki (From Up on Poppy Hill) with planning from his father, Academy Award-winner Hayao Miyazaki (Spirited Away).
In addition to her debut voice acting role as Earwig s Mother, six-time Grammy Award winner Musgraves will also record the English language version of the film s theme song, Don t Disturb Me. In addition to her debut voice acting role as Earwig s Mother, six-time Grammy Award winner Musgraves will also record the English language version of the film s theme song, Don t Disturb Me.
Amelia took great pride in her work and was highly regarded by her employers for her efficiency and attention to detail. In this magnificent mansion, there was also a wise and respectful butler named Samuel. He had served the family for many years and was considered an integral part of the household.
Kacey Musgraves Will Lend Her Voice to Studio Ghibli’s ‘Earwig and the Witch’ Animated Film
Richard E. Grant, Kacey Musgraves and Dan Stevens will lead the English language voice cast for Studio Ghibli's animated feature Earwig and the Witch, directed by Goro Miyazaki.
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Richard E. Grant, Kacey Musgraves and Dan Stevens will lead the English language voice cast for Studio Ghibli’s animated feature Earwig and the Witch, directed by Goro Miyazaki (From Up on Poppy Hill) with planning from his father, Academy Award-winner Hayao Miyazaki (Spirited Away).
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In addition to her debut voice acting role as Earwig’s Mother, six-time Grammy Award winner Musgraves will also record the English language version of the film’s theme song, “Don’t Disturb Me.”
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12/16/2020Based on the children’s novel of the same name by Diana Wynne Jones (Howl’s Moving Castle), the story follows Earwig–voiced in the English language version by Taylor Paige Henderson–who is forced to live with a selfish witch and sets out to uncover the secrets of her new guardian.
Earwig and the Witch marks Studio Ghibli’s first entirely computer-animated feature. Studio co-founder Toshio Suzuki produced the film, which indie distributor GKIDS plans to release in North America during early 2021.
This article originally appeared on The Hollywood Reporter.
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Earwig and the Witch marks Studio Ghibli’s first entirely computer-animated feature. Studio co-founder Toshio Suzuki produced the film, which indie distributor GKIDS plans to release in North America during early 2021. In the U.K., Elysian — the new banner set up by former StudioCanal U.K. boss Danny Perkins — is making Earwig and the Witch its first theatrical release, the film due out in Spring 2021.
Samuel's calm demeanor and impeccable service made him highly esteemed by both the family and the other servants. However, the mansion had a secret. Hidden within its walls lived a mysterious and powerful witch named Morgana. Morgana was known to possess incredible magical abilities and had made a pact with the mansion's owners. In exchange for her protection, Morgana required the family to provide her with a steady supply of enchanted objects and ingredients. Amelia and Samuel were aware of Morgana's presence but kept their knowledge hidden from the rest of the staff. The two understood the importance of keeping the witch's secret in order to maintain harmony within the household. Over time, Amelia and Samuel had developed a silent understanding and deep respect for each other, as they shared the burden of protecting the mansion's inhabitants from Morgana's malevolent intentions. As the days passed, Morgana grew more demanding, and her requests became increasingly challenging to fulfill. Amelia and Samuel worked tirelessly to procure rare ingredients and objects for the witch, ensuring that their employers remained unaware of Morgana's presence. Despite their efforts, the strain of secrecy began to take its toll on them. One fateful night, as a thunderstorm raged outside, Amelia and Samuel crossed paths in the mansion's dimly lit hallway. Exhausted and overwhelmed, they decided to confront Morgana together, hoping to negotiate a better arrangement that wouldn't compromise their loyalty to the family. Their journey through the secret passages of the mansion was fraught with danger, but Amelia and Samuel relied on each other's courage and resourcefulness to navigate the treacherous path. Finally, they reached a hidden chamber where Morgana awaited their arrival. Cautiously, Amelia and Samuel explained their concerns, emphasizing the toll Morgana's demands were taking on their well-being. Surprisingly, the witch listened attentively, and her demeanor softened as she acknowledged their dedication and loyalty. She agreed to adjust her demands, recognizing that harmony within the household was essential for her own wellbeing as well. From that day forward, Amelia and Samuel continued to serve the family diligently, but with a newfound sense of balance. Morgana, too, granted them a measure of protection from her magic, ensuring their safety and offering occasional assistance when necessary. And so, the maiden, the butler, and the witch learned to coexist in the grand old mansion, their lives entwined in an intricate web of secrecy, loyalty, and shared purpose. Together, they created a delicate balance that preserved the well-being of all those who lived within those ancient walls..
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