Voice Actor Reveals First Villain Role in Pixar's Elio: "Who Said No?"

In a recent interview, a seasoned voice actor, known for his previous work with Pixar, opened up about his latest role as a villain in the highly anticipated animated feature, Elio. This marks a significant milestone for the actor, as it is his inaugural villainous portrayal in an animated film. During the discussion, the actor humorously recounted how the opportunity arose. "They came to me," he stated, referring to the Pixar team. "And they said, 'We're thinking of you.' Anytime someone says that, I said, 'Who said no?'" He further elaborated on the creative process behind his character, a 'four-eyed giant,' explaining how he developed the voice. "I said, 'Oh, he's got an underbite.' I just started talking voices, and you know, they're so collaborative. And one thing led to the next, and, here we are." The actor's insights shed light on the collaborative environment at Pixar and the organic development of character voices, promising an intriguing performance in the upcoming film.