Singer/Actress Jennifer Lopez is the latest voice addition to the forthcoming animated film “Ice Age: Continental Drift.” Lopez and actor Jeremy Renner will join new voice cast members Keke Palmer, rapper Drake, Wanda Sykes and Aziz Ansari. The new additions was announced on Tuesday (April 26) during a Fox presentation, during which the studio met potential promotional partners, licensees and retail partners.
Lopez will voice for character Shira, a saber-toothed who melts the heart of Diego, while Renner will provide voice for Gutt, a self-styled master of the high seas.
The new arrivals will join the original voice cast, including Ray Romano who will once again provide voice for Manny, and Queen Latifah who will return as Ellie. In the meantime, Denis Leary will voice Diego, and John Leguizamo will be back to provide voice for Sid.
Steve Martino and Mike Thurmeier will direct “Ice Age: Continental Drift,” which will hit U.S. theaters in Summer 2012.
The first three “Ice Age” films have grossed nearly $2 billion at the worldwide box office. The franchise is becoming a year-round brand for Fox; a Christmas television special is being planned, along with a mobile game and online game.
It’s an exciting time to be a fan of Ice Age! Jennifer Lopez is joining Drake and Keke Palmer for the latest installment in this beloved animated franchise. This star-studded cast will bring their signature flair to the long running series, making it more magical than ever before. From her music career to her acting roles, JLo has proven time and again that she can do it all – now she’ll add voiceover work to her already impressive list of accomplishments. Get ready for an unforgettable adventure with some familiar faces taking us into the world of Ice Age!
This isn’t the first time we’ve seen our favorite stars from movies, TV shows, and music join forces on screen. We saw a similar collaboration when Will Smith teamed up with Martin Lawrence for Bad Boys back in 1995, but this new trio brings something fresh and unique to the ice age franchise. With Drake bringing his distinctive raps and swagger to Sid the sloth, Keke Palmer adding comedy as Peaches the mammoth, and J Lo providing a powerful presence as Shira the saber-tooth tiger – these three are sure to make this movie one you won’t want to miss!
The next chapter in the story of Manny, Diego, and Sid promises plenty of laughs along with its heartwarming message about friendship. By enlisting such talented performers like Drake, Palmer and Lopez fans have even more reason to look forward to what’s sure to be another classic entry into this popular family film series. So grab your popcorn (or whatever else tickles your fancy) because these stars are about to take us on a wild ride through prehistory!
Overview Of Cast And Characters
The cast and characters of the upcoming Ice Age movie is shaping up to be a star-studded affair. Jennifer Lopez, Drake, and Keke Palmer have all signed on for voiceover roles in the film. In this section we’ll take a look at each actor’s role and how they’ve contributed to the project.
Jennifer Lopez will be playing the character Shira, an exotic saber-toothed tiger with strong maternal instincts who joins forces with Manfred (voiced by Ray Romano) and Sid (John Leguizamo) in their journey through the icy terrain. The veteran singer/actress has previously starred in many films such as Hustlers, Maid In Manhattan, and Monsters-in-Law; she no doubt brings her experience to bear here.
Drake plays Ethan, a teenage woolly mammoth eager to fit into society despite his size difference from other mammoths. It marks one of his first major acting roles outside of music videos, which he’s been featured in since 2009 when he was nominated for Best New Artist at the MTV Video Music Awards.
Keke Palmer rounds out the cast as Peaches, daughter of Manny and Ellie (Queen Latifah), who embarks on her own adventures while seeking acceptance from her peers. She’s also appeared recently in TV shows like Scream Queens and Berlin Station alongside big names like Emma Roberts and Richard Armitage respectively. With such talented performers lending their voices to Ice Age: Collision Course, it looks set to be an entertaining ride!
Behind-The-Scenes Look At Voiceover Production
The process of bringing these characters to life on the big screen begins well before audiences are ever able to watch. For Ice Age: Collision Course, Jennifer Lopez, Drake and Keke Palmer each had their own unique experiences recording their voiceovers for the film. Let’s take a behind-the-scenes look at how they brought their roles to life.
Jennifer Lopez got her start in acting in 1993 with the ABC sitcom Second Chances. Since then she has consistently shown off her vocal chops while performing music around the world. With experience like that under her belt it was no surprise that she nailed her role as Shira in Ice Age: Collision Course. “When I read through my lines,” said Lopez “I could visualize myself playing out each scene—it felt just like when I’m singing.”
Drake is most known for his work as a hip hop artist but he also has an impressive background in acting over the years. His time spent filming commercials, TV shows and even providing voices for video games gave him all of the necessary tools needed to bring Ethan to life onscreen. Despite being relatively new to voicing animated films Drake shared, “It feels natural coming from someone who loves improvising on stage and making people laugh”.
Keke Palmer has been steadily building a successful career since 2004, appearing in movies such as Akeelah and The Bee alongside Laurence Fishburne and Angela Bassett respectively; now she takes center stage again lending her voice once more. She believes it’s important for kids of color to see themselves represented by strong female leads in animation so they can be inspired too. As Peaches she brings warmth, humor and strength – everything needed for this fun loving character!
Conclusion
The upcoming Ice Age movie is sure to be a success with the star-studded cast of Jennifer Lopez, Drake and Keke Palmer. Each actor brings their own unique style and flair to the project, creating an amazing production that will entertain both old and young viewers alike.
From behind-the-scenes looks at voiceover recording sessions to seeing how each actor brought these characters to life on screen, it’s been exciting to watch this film come together. We can’t wait for everyone to see what makes this movie so special when it finally hits theaters!
Whether you’re an avid fan of the franchise or just looking forward to a great new animated feature, we are confident that Ice Age will not disappoint. With household names like JLo and Drake in starring roles, plus the powerhouse talent of Keke Palmer rounding out the cast, there’s something for everybody in store!
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