Academy Award-Winning Director Brings LEGO Pharrell Biopic to BFI London Film Festival Morgan Neville, Academy Award-winning documentarian, is set to
Academy Award-Winning Director Brings LEGO Pharrell Biopic to BFI London Film Festival
Morgan Neville, Academy Award-winning documentarian, is set to bring a unique music biopic to this year’s BFI London Film Festival. His latest film, Piece By Piece, is a behind-the-scenes look at the life of Pharrell Williams, told entirely in LEGO bricks.
The Film’s Unconventional Approach
The film, which is set to premiere on October 20th as the festival’s closing night gala, features a star-studded cast of music icons, including Jay-Z, Missy Elliot, Gwen Stefani, Busta Rhymes, and Snoop Dogg. The decision to tell Pharrell’s story in LEGO was his own idea, and Neville has brought it to life in a way that makes sense for the legendary beat maker’s creative journey.
A Legacy of Imagination and Innovation
Pharrell Williams has built a legacy on thinking outside the box and challenging convention. LEGO, with its representation of imagination unbound and endless possibilities, is the perfect medium to convey his story. Neville’s film is a testament to the power of creativity and innovation, and it is sure to delight fans and newcomers alike.
Praise from the Director and Festival Organizer
"I’m thrilled to bring Piece By Piece to the LFF and celebrate it with the London audience," said Neville in a statement. "The BFI London Film Festival has been supportive of my career for a long time, and getting to be the closing night gala is the cherry on top of this huge honour."
Festival director Kristy Matheson added, "Piece by Piece is a film of enormous joy and invention. In telling the story of Pharrell Williams, entirely in LEGO, Morgan Neville brings a sense of wonder to this story that matches the creativity and verve of his subject. This is a must for fans and will charm the uninitiated alike, and we couldn’t be more thrilled to welcome Piece By Piece to close this year’s BFI London Film Festival."
The Festival’s Lineup
Piece By Piece is the second headliner to be announced for the festival, joining Steve McQueen’s Blitz, an Apple Original WWII drama starring Saoirse Ronan and Harris Dickinson. The 68th BFI London Film Festival will run from October 9th to 20th, with the full program set to be unveiled on September 4th.
Conclusion
This year’s BFI London Film Festival is shaping up to be an exciting event, with a unique and innovative film like Piece By Piece set to close out the festival. Fans of Pharrell Williams and LEGO enthusiasts alike will be thrilled to see the story of his life brought to life in this unconventional way.
FAQs
Q: When will Piece By Piece premiere at the BFI London Film Festival?
A: Piece By Piece will premiere on October 20th as the festival’s closing night gala.
Q: Who is part of the cast of Piece By Piece?
A: The film features a star-studded cast of music icons, including Jay-Z, Missy Elliot, Gwen Stefani, Busta Rhymes, and Snoop Dogg.
Q: Why did Pharrell Williams choose to tell his story in LEGO?
A: Pharrell Williams came up with the idea to tell his story in LEGO, and Morgan Neville brought it to life in a way that makes sense for the legendary beat maker’s creative journey.
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