Trolls Band Together

Sinopsis Lengkap Trolls Band Together

Trolls Band Together is a 2023 American animated musical comedy film produced by DreamWorks Animation and distributed by Universal Pictures. This Film is a sequel of Trolls World Tour (2020) and became the third installment in the franchise Trolls. Directed by Walt Dohrn with co-director Tim Heitz and written by Elizabeth Tippet, the film is inspired by puppets Good Luck Trolls the work of Thomas Dam. With a duration of 1 hour and 31 minutes, the film brings a colorful adventure, music and positive values such as friendship, family and self-acceptance. The Film opens in Indonesian cinemas starting November 17, 2023 and features top voice actors such as Anna Kendrick, Justin Timberlake, Troye Sivan, and others.

Background Story

The story begins with a flashback to the childhood of Branch (Justin Timberlake), a Troll who is now known as the spouse of Poppy (Anna Kendrick). As a baby, Branch was part of a popular boyband called BroZone bersama keempat kakak laki-lakinya: John Dory (Eric André), Spruce (Daveed Diggs), Clay (Kid Cudi), dan Floyd (Troye Sivan). BroZone known as a much-loved boyband phenomenon, they failed to achieve “Perfect Family Harmony,” a magical Troll ability that allowed them to achieve perfect synchronization through music. This failure triggers an ego conflict between brothers, causing BroZone dismissed. Their family was torn apart, and Little Branch was left to be raised by his grandmother, Rosiepuff, without ever seeing his older brothers again.

In the present, after the event Trolls World Tour, Poppy and Branch officially became a couple (#Broppy). Mereka menikmati hubungan yang semakin erat dan penuh keceriaan, dikelilingi oleh teman-teman Troll seperti Bridget (Zooey Deschanel) dan King Gristle Jr. (Christopher Mintz-Plasse) dari Bergen Town. The Film opens with Poppy and Branch attending Bridget and Gristle's magnificent wedding, a moment full of dance and upbeat songs.

Major Conflicts

The harmony of the wedding ceremony is disturbed when John Dory, Branch's eldest brother, suddenly appears after years of disappearance. John brings bad news: Floyd, one of Branch's older brothers with whom he has a special emotional bond, has been kidnapped by two teenagers Mount Rageon yang bercita-cita menjadi bintang pop, Velvet (Amy Schumer) dan Veneer (Andrew Rannells). Velvet dan Veneer adalah duo pop-star yang licik dan ambisius. They trap Floyd in a diamond container to absorb his musical talents in order to increase their popularity, an act that slowly weakens Floyd and threatens his life.

Hearing this news, Branch, who was initially reluctant to relive his past with BroZone, agrees to help save Floyd. Poppy, in her optimistic spirit, joins this mission, seeing it as an opportunity to help Branch reunite his family. They embark on an epic journey to find the other Branch brothers-Spruce, who now lives as a restaurateur on a tropical island, and Clay, who joins a community of eccentric trolls—as well as face various obstacles to save Floyd.

Journey and challenges

Poppy and Branch's journey is full of entertaining musical adventures, colored by nostalgic pop songs and energetic choreography. They use buses BroZone which has been modified by John Dory, who now lives as an eccentric adventurer. However, the family reunion did not go smoothly. Each branch brother has a different personality and past injuries, causing conflicts and disagreements. John Dory tends to be bossy, Spruce tries to maintain a macho image, Clay prefers a relaxed life, and Branch himself still harbors the trauma of being abandoned by his family. Poppy, as a mediator, seeks to bridge this divide with her warmth and cheerfulness.

Meanwhile, Velvet and Veneer continue to exploit Floyd, using his talents to fool their fans in Mount Rageous, a glamorous city full of glitter. Floyd, though weak, attempts to fight back from within his confinement and forms an unexpected bond with Veneer, who begins to question the morality of their actions. On the other hand, Poppy also discovers her own family secret: she meets Viva (Camila Cabello), her missing biological sister, who leads a group of Refugee trolls. The discovery adds an emotional layer to Poppy's journey, as she must balance the happiness of finding a family with the mission of saving Floyd.

Climax and resolution

The tension reaches a peak when Branch, Poppy, and the sisters BroZone infiltrate Mount Rageous to stop Velvet and Veneer during their big concert. They encounter various obstacles, including high-speed chases and traps set by Velvet. To save Floyd, BroZone have to reunite and try again achieve Perfect Family Harmony. This process not only challenges their musical abilities but also forces them to confront old wounds and learn to forgive each other.

Dengan bantuan Poppy, Viva, dan teman-teman Troll lainnya, termasuk Tiny Diamond (Kenan Thompson) dan Guy Diamond (Kunal Nayyar), mereka berhasil menggagalkan rencana Velvet. Veneer, who eventually turns against Velvet, plays a key role in exposing their crimes to the public. Floyd was rescued, and BroZone finally achieving the harmony they dreamed of, not only as a band but also as a family. Poppy and Viva also strengthen their bond as brothers, while Poppy and Branch's relationship deepens through this experience.

Themes and values

Trolls Band Together highlighting themes such as the importance of family, healing past traumas, and the power of music to bring people together. The Film also teaches the value of self-acceptance and respect for differences, both between Trolls and with Bergen, who now lives in harmony with trolls after the conflict in the first film. Its colorful visuals, combined with stylish 2D animation Yellow Submarine and Fantasia in some scenes, creating an eye-pleasing experience. Lagu-lagu seperti “Better Place” oleh NSYNC, which marks their reunion after 22 years, as well as a medley of pop classics, add nostalgia and energy to the film.

Cast and voice acting

The Film features a line-up of talented voice actors:

• Anna Kendrick as Poppy, the leader of the optimistic trolls.
• Justin Timberlake as Branch, former member BroZone with a dark past.
• Troye Sivan as Floyd, Branch's brother who was kidnapped.
• Eric André as John Dory, the eccentric older brother.
• Daveed Diggs as Spruce, sister who now lives leisurely.
• Kid Cudi as Clay, the older brother who joined the unique community.
• Amy Schumer as Velvet, the main antagonist.
• Andrew Rannells sebagai Veneer, partner Velvet yang mulai ragu.
• Camila Cabello as Viva, Poppy's missing sister.
• Zooey Deschanel as Bridget, the good-natured Bergen.
• Christopher Mintz-Plasse sebagai King Gristle Jr., Bridget's spouse.
• Kunal Nayyar sebagai Guy Diamond, Troll berkilau.
• Kenan Thompson sebagai Tiny Diamond, anak Guy Diamond.
• RuPaul and Zosia Mamet in a Supporting Role.

Interesting Facts

• The Film features the original song “Better Place” by NSYNC, marking their return after more than two decades.
• Some scenes use 2D animation by Titmouse, Inc., inspired by Yellow Submarine (1968) and Fantasia (1940).
• The Film references Justin Timberlake's iconic hairstyle from the time NSYNC, seperti perm, braid, dan frosted tips.
• Trolls Band Together it grossed $209.5 million at the global box office and received positive reviews with a 64% rating on Rotten Tomatoes.
• The Film returned to an exclusive theatrical release after Trolls World Tour released simultaneously on VOD due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Closing

Trolls Band Together is the perfect mix of comedy, adventure and musical suitable for all ages. With a more complex storyline about family and healing, stunning visuals, and a soundtrack that evokes nostalgia, the film manages to entertain as well as convey a positive message. The story of Poppy and Branch in uniting BroZone and saving Floyd offers a cinematic experience full of laughter, tears and dance. Perfect to watch with family or friends, this movie invites the audience to sing and dance with the trolls!