
“We try to bring some of that warmth and imperfection to the computer animation. “The artist’s hand is something I think a lot about,” says Casarosa.

To capture the viewpoint of a 13-year-old boy and the carefree idea of summertime in an idyllic Italian seaside setting, the director envisioned a truly nostalgic era with a stunning painterly style.

But all the fun is threatened by a deeply-held secret: they are both sea monsters from another world just below the water’s surface. Premiering June 18 on Disney+, Disney and Pixar’s Luca, according to director Enrico Casarosa, is “about the friendships that change us, a love letter to the summers of our youth - those formative years when you’re finding yourself.” Set in a beautiful seaside town on the Italian Riviera, the film tells the story of Luca, a young Italian boy who along with his newfound best friend, Alberto, experiences an unforgettable summer filled with gelato, pasta, and endless scooter rides.
