Tina Fey opened up about why her character in Disney and Pixar’s Soul, called 22, is relatable to audiences around the world.
With Soul heading to Disney Plus later this month Tina Fey revealed how her character, 22, is so relatable for audiences young and old. Soul director Pete Docter also noted that even though Tina Fey’s character has had a number of historical figures as mentors, but she still doesn’t want to leave the comfort of her ethereal home. Producer Dana Murray teased a little of what makes 22 tick, explaining that when she sees all the other Souls heading to Earth she’s scared of the uncertainty. Murray also explained that while 22 hides her worries with a cynical exterior, she really feels like she’s broken.
“Seeing all the other souls leaving her for Earth, I think deep down she thinks she’s broken. She tries to be cynical and make fun of it, but she’s scared.”
But according to Soul star Tina Fey, 22 is just scared of life itself which makes her even more relatable. And in a year as unpredictable and scary as 2020, it’s easy to see how 22’s story will resonate with audiences. As the actor herself notes “Everyone has those moments of ‘It’s too much!’” But given Tina Fey’s hilarious comedy career, there’ll likely be some hilarious moments along the way to lighten the mood. Take a look at the Soul star discussing her role below.
“I think the ways in which she’s cynical and the things that she’s scared of are really relatable. Life is scary at times, and life hurts. Everyone has those moments of ‘It’s too much!’”
Are you excited to see Soul when it arrives on Disney Plus later this month? What do you make of Tina Fey in the film? Sound-off in the comments below!
Here is the synopsis for Disney and Pixar’s Soul:
What is it that makes you…YOU? This November, Pixar Animation Studios’ all-new feature film “Soul” introduces Joe Gardner (voice of Jamie Foxx) – a middle-school band teacher who gets the chance of a lifetime to play at the best jazz club in town. But one small misstep takes him from the streets of New York City to The Great Before – a fantastical place where new souls get their personalities, quirks and interests before they go to Earth. Determined to return to his life, Joe teams up with a precocious soul, 22 (voice of Tina Fey), who has never understood the appeal of the human experience. As Joe desperately tries to show 22 what’s great about living, he may just discover the answers to some of life’s most important questions.
Directed by Peter Docter and Kemp Powers, Soul stars Jamie Foxx, Tina Fey, Questlove, Phylicia Rashad, Daveed Diggs, and Angela Bassett.
Soul will be released December 25 on Disney Plus. Stay tuned to Heroic Hollywood for all the latest news surrounding Disney’s upcoming slate and be sure to subscribe to our YouTube for exclusive video content.
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