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April 12, 2017 //

Smurfs The Lost Village Cast Interviews

Have you seen Smurfs The Lost Village yet?  If not, this week is the perfect time to go!

I was invited to interview some of the talent in the Smurfs and it was a great experience learning about the characters and reminiscing about Smurf memories of the past.

At the Smurfs Junket, we interviewed Joe Manganiello who plays Hefty Smurf and Demi Lovato who plays Smurfette first.  I always find press junkets to be a great way to meet the actors and find out their perspective on making the film.

We found out that the actors really did not act together.  For the most part, they did their voice over work with the director Kelly Asbury.  This type of work was new for Demi and she found it quite interesting.

For Demi, it was an honor to play Smurfette.  She enjoyed bringing her own sense of confidence and mischieviousness to the character.  They both are two girls that are courageous and love an adventure.

During the interview, I learned that heartthrob Joe also serves on the board of the Pittsburgh Children’s Hospital.  SONY sent him with Hefty Smurf and the movie to share with the children at the hospital.  He really was glad to have a movie that the kids could see unlike his role in True Blood and Magic Mike 2.

On this note, Joe shared that he grew up on the Smurfs.  He likes the idea that he is now Hefty Smurf and he can be like “Hey, its Uncle Joe to his niece and nephew.

One trait that Joe loves about Hefty is his sense of chivalry.  Growing up, Joe was taught to protect other kids who couldn’t fight.  He thinks that this is a great trait to teach young boys.

When asked which part of the film Demi could relate to, she answered the part whe Smurfette decides she is going to find out who she is.  For Joe it was that idea that no one is one thing.  We all have many characteristics that make us special. Joe also appreciate

Before we ended the interview, Demi and Joe were asked what smurf they would like to be.  For Demi, she first thought Singing Smurf but then her sweet tooth took over and she liked the sound of Sugar Smurf better.  Although Hefty is strong and full of brawn, Joe could also be like Brainy Smurf.

Stay tuned! Demi is now working on her 6th album and Joe started shooting Rampage with Dwayne Johnson.

 

Our second interview was with director Kelly Asbury and Mandy Patinkin who plays Papa Smurf.  Mandy felt that it was just joy to play Papa Smurf.

 

“I enjoy being a father figure more than anything.  When you are the father, that means you have children and you will learn from them.”

 

Kelly shared some Smurf math with us.  The teacher in me loved this part.  Did you know that the actual size of a smurf would be 9 inches?

Kelly described the world of Smurfs like looking at a miniature Viewmaster world.  He paid close attention to Peyo’s style of shapes and visual language.

 

When asked about how he cast characters, he shared that the reason he casts actors is that he hears their voice quality and acting ability.  He doesn’t want a cartoony voice. He wants everyone to be themselves and bring themselves to the character.

I loved listening to all of their thoughts on the movie.  My girls and I enjoyed the Smurf movie return to full animation and we marveled at the Lost Village and all its creative aspects.

In this fully animated, all-new take on the Smurfs, a mysterious map sets Smurfette and her best friends Brainy, Clumsy and Hefty on an exciting and thrilling race through the Forbidden Forest filled with magical creatures to find a mysterious lost village before the evil wizard Gargamel does.  Embarking on a rollercoaster journey full of action and danger, the Smurfs are on a course that leads to the discovery of the biggest secret in Smurf history! The feature is directed by Kelly Asbury, produced by Jordan Kerner and Mary Ellen Bauder Andrews, and written by Stacey Harman and Pamela Ribon, based on the characters and works of Peyo. 

The “Small Smurfs Big Goals” campaign is designed to encourage everyone to learn about and support the 17 Sustainable Development Goals which were agreed on by all 193 member countries of the United Nations in 2015.

The popular Smurfs characters are encouraging children, young people and adults to make the world happier, more peaceful, equitable and healthy with a campaign launched today by the United Nations, UNICEF, and the United Nations Foundation.

The public can also join “Team Smurfs” by visiting the SmallSmurfsBigGoals.com website to find out how they can contribute to achieving the Goals; discover which goals are best suited to their interests; raise their voices for a better world for all; and share information, ideas and images on social media.

Have you seen Smurfs The Lost Village yet? What was your favorite scene?

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  1. Heather Garcia says

    April 13, 2017 at 10:56 pm

    At first I was reminiscing about the Smurfs and how adorable they are and were my favorites growing up. Then you said Joe Manganiello and I suddenly forgot how cute the Smurfs were! Lol ! And as if he couldn’t be more perfect he also helps the children!

  2. Kerri says

    April 13, 2017 at 11:02 pm

    When he walked in the room, I truly was star struck. I know! When he spoke about the hospital, I swooned.

  3. Angela Tolsma says

    April 14, 2017 at 2:22 pm

    I have never seen anything smurf. But seriously what an awesome opportunity to go for an interview. The only name I recognized was Mandy Patinkin from Criminal Minds…

  4. Kristina says

    April 14, 2017 at 4:49 pm

    So fun! My boys love the Smurf movies! I remember watching the cartoon when I was little. We are excited to see the new movie!!

  5. Jessi says

    April 14, 2017 at 6:39 pm

    How AWESOME! No lie, I would love to meet Joe but I have always loved Mandy Patinkin. Princess Bride and Criminal Minds, he is the man lol. This seems like a really cute movie that I can’t wait to take my daughter to see.

  6. Chelsea Damon says

    April 14, 2017 at 6:52 pm

    This was such a fun movie! The soundtrack was really fun, too! Would love to see it again!

  7. Karen says

    April 14, 2017 at 8:30 pm

    So interesting to hear about the voices behind the images. I think it would be fascinating to do voices for a movie or something like that. And loved hearing about how the process worked for this Smurfs movie in how they put all the pieces together!

  8. Joanna @ Everyday Made Fresh says

    April 14, 2017 at 8:41 pm

    This movie looks like it’s going to be super cute! I loved the smurfs growing up, and my girls love the smurfs now!

  9. Kim says

    April 15, 2017 at 9:32 am

    My readers have loved seeing it so far! I love the remakes of old movies. It’s so much fun from my childhood.

  10. Nikki Arnold says

    April 15, 2017 at 7:17 pm

    Omg I love him, big true blood fan!! What a cool event. My kids want to go see that.

  11. Ana De- Jesus says

    April 16, 2017 at 3:00 pm

    You got to meet Demi Lovato? She is amazing and seriously underrated, I had no idea that she was part of the Smurfs either!

  12. Heather says

    April 16, 2017 at 6:01 pm

    You interviewed an awesome panel! Smurfs The Lost Village looks adorable and I’m sure my daughters will love it this summer!

  13. Krystle Cook says

    April 16, 2017 at 6:10 pm

    My kids can not wait to see this movie! I loved the first one.

  14. Cindy Ingalls says

    April 16, 2017 at 8:08 pm

    I haven’t seen the Smurfs movie, but it’s fun to see all the voices behind the characters. Joe Manganiello is so yummy. I think I would have been totally distracted at the press junket by him.

  15. Laura says

    April 16, 2017 at 8:26 pm

    So much fun that you got to be there! I love that the actors had realizations about life while filming the movie. I am so excited about seeing this. Who doesn’t love Smurfs?!

  16. Tasha says

    April 16, 2017 at 8:52 pm

    I am taking my kids to see this movie next weekend. So cool that you got to attend this interview!!

  17. Roxanne says

    April 16, 2017 at 9:12 pm

    That is so amazing you got to meet some really great stars and enjoy a first look at the Smurfs! I loved the Smurfs growing up and I’m really excited my kids get to enjoy them now too!

  18. Renee @ The Good Hearted Woman says

    April 16, 2017 at 11:00 pm

    I have such happy memories of Smurfs from when I was young. Meeting the voices behind the characters must really give you a fresh perspective on both the process and the story-line.

  19. CourtneyLynne says

    April 17, 2017 at 8:20 pm

    Omg what an amazing experience!!!! My daughter was obsessed with the first two smurfs movies! We will have to catch the latest one in theaters!

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