Will Forte’s Otis Creates a Whole New Role Play in Thelma The Unicorn Music Video

Thelma the Unicorn is a new animated musical film from Netflix Animation, and Rant screen has a first look at a new music video. The film, centered on a pony named Thelma who wishes to become a unicorn, stars singer and songwriter Brittany Howard in her first voice acting role. The film was directed by Jared Hess and Lynn Wang, and written by Jared and Jerusha Hess, based on the book series of the same name by Aaron Blabey.

Rant screen is pleased to present a clip of Thelma the Unicorn before the film‘s release on Netflix. In the clip, audiences can see Thelma’s dynamic with Will Forte’s character, Donkey Otis. The clip also showcases the conflict Thelma will have to overcome and showcases Otis’ optimistic nature. Check it out below, watch it Thelma the Unicorn trailer and get ready to see the film in full on May 17.

Why Thelma the Unicorn’s casting makes it an exciting watch

Animated films can often bring together unique pairings of in-demand actors, and Thelma the Unicorn certainly up to par. The film boasts an A-list cast of comedic actors, including Jemaine Clement (Flight of the Concordes), the aforementioned Will Forte (The last man on Earth) and Edi Patterson (The right gemstones). Napoleon Dynamite‘s Jon Heder also joins, and Zach Galifinakis is credited on BDIM Like playing Crusty Trucker, suggesting fun slots for guests will make even the little moments count.

However, it’s the voice of Thelma herself that might prove to be the most exciting addition to the cast. Brittany Howard is a singer, songwriter, and recording artist whose work has earned her multiple Grammy Awards and even more nominations. Although she is currently a solo artist (and has won Grammys for this work), she rose to fame with her band Alabama Shakes, known for its hit song “Hold On” and her acclaimed second album “Sound & Color.” by criticism. proving to be good actors, it’s exciting to see Howard bring all of his wealth of talent to this new role.

Non-Disney animated musicals seem to be coming out slowly, and Thelma the Unicorn will give audiences the chance to not only hear Howard, but also appreciate the musical styles of some of his other cast members. With music at the heart of the film‘s story, viewers will enjoy all-new songs with voices they already know and love. And as heard in the song featured in the film‘s trailer, Howard still sounds great.