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Creating Elliott: “Pete’s” Amazing, Green “Dragon”

Because dragons are often depicted as vicious, scaly, lizard-like creatures and rarely shown as approachable, friendly or heroic, the appearance and personality of Elliott – the titular creature in Disney’s “Pete’s Dragon” – were the focus of countless meetings between the filmmakers and special effects firm, Weta Digital. While Elliot is entirely computer-generated, he is …

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Child Actor Gets “Pete’s Dragon” Lead Role By…Being a Kid

For the crucial role of Pete, the young boy found in the woods who was separated from his parents six years ago, the filmmakers of Disney’s “Pete’s Dragon” were looking to cast a boy with natural acting abilities who could let his guard down and just be a kid. Opening in Philippine cinemas on Sept. 07, …

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Redford, Bentley, Urban: The Men of “Pete’s Dragon”

When Disney’s “Pete’s Dragon” hits Philippine theaters on September 7th, it is sure to charm and thrill audiences, creating a whole new generation of life-long fans. More than the adventure, “Pete’s Dragon” will also showcase the talents of legendary actor Robert Redford and two of today’s most sought-after character actors – Wes Bentley (“The Hunger Games”) …

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Bryce Dallas Howard Follows Up “Jurassic World” with “Pete’s Dragon”

Bryce Dallas Howard goes from one big adventure to another as she follows up the global blockbuster “Jurassic World” with Walt Disney Pictures’ new, re-imagining of “Pete’s Dragon,” based on the ‘70s classic and cherished family film of the same title. Opening in Philippine cinemas on Sept. 07, the new “Pete’s Dragon” is the adventure of …

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See the World Through a Child’s Eyes in ‘Pete’s Dragon’

Walt Disney Studios’ classic 1977 live-action/animated musical “Pete’s Dragon” – the endearing tale of a young boy and his friendship with an animated, green dragon – is re-imagined for today’s generation with the new family adventure bearing the same title. In Philippine cinemas starting Sept. 07, the new “Pete’s Dragon” is the adventure of an orphaned …

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‘Pete’s Dragon’ Elliott in Full View in New Trailer

The newest trailer for Disney’s “Pete’s Dragon,” the live-action reimagining of the cherished family film, is now online, revealing Elliott, the titular character. Watch the trailer here: In Philippine cinemas starting Sept. 07, “Pete’s Dragon” is the adventure of an orphaned boy named Pete and his best friend Elliott, who just so happens to be a …

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‘Pete’s Dragon’ Soars with Teaser Trailer, Poster

“Pete’s Dragon,” the live-action reimagining of Disney’s cherished family film, has just released its teaser trailer which may be viewed here: “Pete’s Dragon” is the adventure of an orphaned boy named Pete and his best friend Elliott, who just so happens to be a dragon. The film stars Bryce Dallas Howard (“Jurassic World”), Oakes Fegley …

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