Amy Poehler recently shared her thoughts on being a part of the sequel to the hit movie “Inside Out.” The new film explores Riley’s emotions as she navigates through her teenage years, introducing new feelings like Anxiety, Envy, Ennui, and Embarrassment alongside the original emotions of Joy, Sadness, Fear, Anger, and Disgust.
Returning as the voice of Joy, Amy Poehler expressed her gratitude for being a part of a film that is not only good but also meaningful and widely seen. She mentioned that being involved in a project like this has changed her a lot and she is thankful for the opportunity to be back in the world of “Inside Out.”
Maya Hawke, who voices the new emotion Anxiety, shared her experience of auditioning for the role and feeling a deep connection with the character. She expressed excitement and gratitude for being part of such a successful and impactful project, alongside icons like Amy Poehler and Lewis Black.
The sequel was only considered a few years after the release of the original film, as people continued to praise its impact on their lives and relationships. Director Pete Docter mentioned that the idea for the new movie came about when discussions about possible stories led to exploring the theme of anxiety, which resonated with everyone involved.
Looking ahead, there is potential for a whole franchise based on Riley’s journey into adulthood, with Pixar joking about scripting sequels until she reaches social security age. Amy Poehler hinted at future storylines involving themes like graduation, first love, or even a reversal in age for the characters.
“Inside Out 2” is set to premiere in theaters on Friday, offering fans a chance to delve back into the world of emotions and memories that captured hearts in the original film.