DISNEY+ SHARES DISNEY’S LAUNCHPAD SEASON 2 TRAILER

Disney+ unveiled the trailer and poster for Season 2 of Disney’s Launchpad, a collection of six short films from underrepresented filmmakers whose unique and evocative voices bring new perspectives to storytelling. In addition, Disney+ released one image from each of the exciting short films. 

Disney’s Launchpad Season 2 is a collection of live-action shorts from a new generation of dynamic filmmakers. This season showcases six writers, five directors and one writer-director from underrepresented backgrounds who were given the opportunity to share their perspectives and creative visions. Continuing the goal of Disney’s first season of Launchpad, which was to diversify the types of stories that are being told by giving access to those who historically have not had it, Launchpad Season 2 is proud to present six new shorts for Disney+ based on the theme of “connection.”

 Sr. Manager and Producer of Disney Launchpad Phillip Domfeh stated, “The filmmakers of Disney Launchpad season two have taken their storytelling to new heights by developing six imaginative and inspiring stories for Disney+.”  

Mahin Ibrahim, Director, RISE Creative Talent Pathways, added, “We can’t wait to give these incredibly talented writers, directors, producers, cast and crew the opportunity to showcase their creative passion and excellence in craft.”

 Panavision again provided the camera and lens packages for the six original shorts, and Light Iron, Panavision’s post-production division, provided dailies, final color and finishing services for all of Season 2. “Panavision and Light Iron are proud to support the incredibly talented filmmakers of the Launchpad program’s second season,” says Panavision President and CEO Kim Snyder. “We’re passionate about empowering storytellers from underrepresented communities by providing access to the tools and expertise that can support their creative visions throughout production and post.”

Disney’s Launchpad Season 2 premieres September 29, exclusively on Disney+. 

Through September 20, new and returning customers can subscribe to Disney+ for £1.99/month for three months by visiting http://www.disneyplus.com/, with no hidden costs and the ability to cancel anytime. This is an £18 saving compared to the regular monthly £7.99 price for three months. 

Disney+ offers something for everyone to watch, adding new TV series, blockbuster movies and exclusive Originals throughout the year under its six brands: Disney, Pixar, Marvel, Star Wars, National Geographic, and Star. With a library of entertainment spanning everything from documentaries to critically acclaimed drama, and comedy to classic animation. Customers can enjoy anything from, from the latest Star Wars series “Ahsoka”, all seasons of “Grey’s Anatomy” to acclaimed hits like FX’s “The Bear,” “Only Murders in the Building,” and “The Mandalorian.”

 LAUNCHPAD SEASON 2 SHORT FILMS:

 Beautiful, FL

Director: Gabriela Ortega 

Writers: Joel Perez and Adrian Ferbeyre

Cast: Dariana Alvarez, Lynette Coll, Eileen Galindo, Logan “Meatball Queen” Jennings, Wendi McLendon-Covey 

 Black Belts

Director: Spencer Glover 

Screenplay: Xavier Stiles, Spencer Glover

Story by: Xavier Stiles

Cast: Seth Carr, Tremayne Norris, Honey Robinson, Godderick Alucard, Smokey Campbell, Anthea Neri Best 

 The Ghost

Director: Erica Eng

Writer: Kevin Jihyek Park 

Cast: Seth Carr, Tremayne Norris, Honey Robinson, Godderick Alucard, Smokey Campbell, Anthea Neri Best 

 Maxine

Director/Writer: Niki Ang

Cast: Margaret Cho, Elaine Young, Isabella Day, Kelvin Han Yee, Celeste Den, Nicole Jia 

 Project CC

Director: Cashmere Jasmine

Writer: Jasmine Johnson

Cast: Jessica Mikayla, A’lasia Simone, Jordyn Curet, Shelley Meche’tte, Rhomeyn Johnson 

 The Roof

Director: Alexander Bocchieri 

Writer: W.A.W. Parker

Cast: Phoenix Wilson, Wes Studi, DeLanna Studi, L. Frank Manriquez, Landa Lakes, John M. Sneezy 

SOCIAL MEDIA

X: @DisneyPlusUK

Instagram: @DisneyPlusUK

Facebook: @DisneyPlusUK

TikTok: @DisneyUK