Pharrell Williams is partnering with Oscar-winner Morgan Neville and Focus Features to tell his life story using LEGO animation.
According to Focus Features, ‘Piece by Piece’ is a unique film capturing the magic of Williams’ creative genius, one LEGO® brick at a time. Instead of a traditional life story, Pharrell chose to set imaginations free with this film, defying genres and expectations to transport audiences into a LEGO world of endless possibilities.
Peter Kujawski, the chairman of Focus Features, said, “Williams is a true trailblazer whose influence across music, art, and fashion continually reshapes global culture with an undeniable sense of joy. In partnering with the inimitable Neville and the limitless creativity of the LEGO brand, his visionary spirit comes to life in a wholly unique and uplifting way that will inspire everyone to dance, to sing, and to use their voice to build the world they want to see, brick by brick and piece by piece.”
What is ‘Piece by Piece’ About?
From Focus Features, Piece by Piece was directed by Academy Award® winner Neville and produced by Neville and Caitrin Rogers (Tremolo Productions) alongside producers Williams, Mimi Valdés, and Shani Saxon (i am OTHER). Jill Wilfert and Keith Malone are executive producing for the LEGO Group.
“When I had this crazy vision to tell this story through LEGO bricks, I couldn’t have imagined a better partner than Morgan. He is a legend,” said Williams. “I’m grateful that Focus wanted to collaborate with us, and I’m honored to share this with the world and bring people into my universe. Building with LEGO bricks encourages us to follow our imagination. Who would’ve thought that playing with these toys as a kid would evolve into a movie about my life? It’s proof that anyone else can do it too.”
Jill Wilfert, Senior Vice President, Entertainment Partners, and Content, at the LEGO Group, added, “Pharrell is a true visionary and is someone who continually pushes the boundaries of what creativity means—something very close to our hearts here at the LEGO Group. We believe the LEGO brick is the ultimate creative medium, allowing people to build, unbuild, and rebuild in as many ways as they can imagine, mirroring how Pharrell has continually innovated in his own life. Getting the opportunity to partner with him, with an incredible storyteller like Neville, and with the wonderful team at Focus Features has been truly inspiring. The combined creativity of Pharrell and the LEGO brick is truly something special to see come together.”
When Will ‘Piece by Piece’ be Released in Theaters?
‘Piece by Piece’ is scheduled to hit theaters on October 11, 2024.
