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Night of the Zoopocalypse: A Thrilling Animated Adventure Set to Capture Hearts
An exciting new acquisition
The highly anticipated animated family comedy, Night of the Zoopocalypse, featuring an all-star voice cast, has made waves ahead of its world premiere. Known for visceral storytelling and vivid animation, this film promises to be a true delight. Viva Pictures has secured the rights for the U.S. ahead of its grand debut at the Sitges Film Festival on October 6th. With voices from celebrated actors like David Harbour (Stranger Things), Scott Thompson (The Kids in the Hall), Paul Sun-Hyung Lee (The Mandalorian), and Gabbi Kosmidis (Unicorn Academy), expectations are sky-high for this unique blend of spooky and comedic elements.
Come March 7, 2025, Night of the Zoopocalypse will hit North American theaters, distributed by Elevation Pictures in Canada, bringing an intriguing narrative to families far and wide.
A compelling plotline
Inspired by a concept from best-selling author Clive Barker (The Thief of Always), the film explores a cataclysmic event where a meteor unleashes a virus, transforming zoo animals into mutants. The story follows a mountain lion (voiced by Harbour) and a wolf (voiced by Kosmidis), who must unite to save their fellow zoo inhabitants and halt the viral outbreak.
Expertise behind the animation
Night of the Zoopocalypse boasts direction from famed animators Ricardo Curtis and Rodrigo Perez-Castro. Curtis, known for his work on The Incredibles, The Angry Birds Movie, and The Iron Giant, co-founded the prestigious House of Cool. Perez-Castro, who has lent his talent to films like The Book of Life, Ice Age: Collision Course, and Ferdinand, brings his creative expertise as the head of creative development. This collaboration ensures a film rich in quality and innovation.
House of Cool has established itself as a powerhouse in animation pre-production, contributing to significant works such as Paw Patrol, The Peanuts Movie, Despicable Me, and the Ice Age series. Their involvement guarantees a level of excellence that fans of the genre have come to expect.
Production and distribution
Produced by Steven Hoban’s Copperheart Entertainment and co-produced with Charades Productions, U Media, and IDL Films, Night of the Zoopocalypse represents a formidable international collaboration. Forget generic productions; this film is crafted by leading experts and innovative studios dedicated to delivering an unforgettable viewing experience.
Voices from the industry
Perez-Castro and Curtis have expressed their elation at premiering the film at the Sitges Festival, a respected platform perfect for showcasing their unusual creatures and thrilling family audiences globally. Laura Prieto, VP of acquisitions at Viva Pictures, echoed this enthusiasm, highlighting the film’s mix of spookiness, fun, and adventure, as the ideal treat for family movie outings.
Charades and Anton are managing the international sales, ensuring that this riveting adventure reaches audiences worldwide.
Final thoughts
Are you excited yet? Night of the Zoopocalypse is gearing up to be the animated film of 2025, blending suspense, humor, and heart. With a stellar voice cast, groundbreaking direction, and a compelling narrative, it’s set to captivate audiences of all ages. So brace yourselves for a wild ride as this epic tale of survival and unity unfolds on the big screen.
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