How does this Nov. 22 Mouse House offering sound to you, look to you?
“Bland beyond belief” was my first take on it, seeing this trailer in front of “The Creator” last night.
“Cutesy” Happy Meal toy characters.
Generic story elements, flat, direct-to-video animation.
And does this voice cast light up the marquee?
- Angelique Cabral as Queen Amaya, the wife and sounding board of King Magnifico;
- Victor Garber as Asha’s grandfather, Sabino, who—at 100 years old—is patiently waiting for his wish to be granted;
- and Natasha Rothwell as Asha’s loving and supportive mom, Sakina.
Plus, Asha’s tight-knit group of confidants, protectors and forever friends:
- Jennifer Kumiyama as Asha’s dearest friend, Dahlia, who’s an accomplished baker and unofficial leader of their group;
- Evan Peters as the strong guy with a big heart and bigger yawn, Simon;
- Harvey Guillén as Gabo, who may be cynical, but he has a heart of gold;
- Ramy Youseff as Safi, who’s plagued by allergies;
- Niko Vargas as Asha’s joyful, always smiling buddy, Hal;
- Della Saba as the seemingly shy teenager, Bazeema, who’s full of surprises;
- and Jon Rudnitsky as Asha’s rosy-cheeked, wiggly-eared pal, Dario
