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I had the unique opportunity to step into the recording booth at Pixar, where a senior engineer was ready with a scene from “Inside Out 2” featuring the arrival of Anxiety in Riley’s mind. Here, Joy and the crew are taken by surprise. What made this moment extraordinary was that Amy Poehler’s distinctive voice as Joy would be replaced by mine.
If you’ve ever tuned into the /Film Daily podcast, you’d recognize me as Brad Oman, with a voice that’s typical – not particularly deep, and most certainly different from Poehler’s rendition of Joy. The unique aspect of Joy’s character design added a complexity to voice acting that required me to match her lip movements as closely as possible. After mulling over strategies with the limited available recording time, I settled for a slightly higher vocal range, keen on mirroring Poehler’s original delivery because syncing with the precise timing was essential.
To give you an idea, here’s the scene with Amy Poehler voicing Joy:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SLOe_Iekce0
The process of aligning my voice with Joy’s character was akin to performing karaoke. The script was displayed on a screen, much like subtitles, with a moving pointer indicating the rhythm and pace needed for the words to align with the animated movements. This method meant sticking closely to Poehler’s intonation, limiting the extent of my creative interpretation. Despite this, the experience was incredibly delightful and the outcome was something I am truly proud of. Rest assured, Amy Poehler’s portrayal of Joy remains unchallenged.
Fortunately for everyone, “Inside Out 2” will hit the theatres on June 14, 2024, with the one and only Amy Poehler’s voice as Joy, not mine.
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FAQ Section
Q: Can you describe the scene from Inside Out 2 where you provided the voice for Joy?
A: The scene in question is from the first act of “Inside Out 2”, marking the initial appearance of Anxiety in Riley’s mind. This encounter catches Joy, along with the other primary emotions, off guard.
Q: How did you approach voicing the character of Joy?
A: Given the distinct character design and existing voice work by Amy Poehler, I opted for a slightly higher vocal range to match Joy’s lip movements and aimed to replicate Poehler’s timing and cadence as closely as possible.
Q: Was your voice used in the final cut of Inside Out 2?
A: No, my voice was not used in the final cut of “Inside Out 2”. This was a unique experience, and the movie retains Amy Poehler’s exceptional voice work.
Q: When will Inside Out 2 be released?
A: “Inside Out 2” is scheduled to be released in theaters on June 14, 2024.
Q: Where can I listen to Brad Oman’s podcast to hear his voice?
A: You can listen to Brad Oman on the /Film Daily podcast, available at Apple Podcasts.
