Behind the Voices of Pixar's 'Elio': Stars Share First-Time Dubbing Experiences

Paris, France – Celebrated personalities Jamy Gourmaud, Zita Hanrot, and Alban Lenoir have opened up about their inaugural voice acting endeavors for Disney Pixar's latest animated feature, 'Elio', now showing in cinemas. The trio shared their unique journeys into the world of dubbing, expressing both the challenges and profound joys of bringing animated characters to life.Jamy Gourmaud, known for his journalistic work, revealed his role as Gunther Melmac, a military scientist. He described the experience as a "true discovery" and found immense pleasure in "slipping into the skin of a character" naturally and effortlessly.Actress Zita Hanrot spoke about her emotional connection to the character Olga, noting that even short scenes deeply moved her. She highlighted the liberating aspect of voice acting, stating, "It's an exercise that truly mobilizes the whole body, and it's a very playful exercise because there's no camera, so you can really go in directions, do things you wouldn't dare to do when there's a camera." She also expressed delight upon realizing she was voicing the same character as Zoë Saldaña in the American version.Alban Lenoir, another prominent actor, shared that participating in a Disney Pixar animation film had been a lifelong dream. He admitted to initial apprehension, driven by a desire to perform well and not disappoint, but ultimately found the experience "super!"Their collective insights offer a fascinating glimpse into the intricate process of voice acting and the passion these artists bring to their roles in 'Elio'.