A Rainbow Connecting Times and Emotions
Neon has unveiled the teaser trailer for Arco 🌈, the highly anticipated animated film by French director Ugo Bienvenu, winner of the Cristal at Annecy 2025. The story follows a boy who accidentally travels through time to a Earth in danger, embarking on a visually stunning adventure filled with magic and cinematic poetry. The U.S. release will be on November 14, 2025, marking a milestone for independent animation.
A Window into a Visually Stunning World
The preview reveals delicate animated sequences full of color and emotion, introducing key visual elements that define the narrative. The teaser serves as a sensory experience more than a mere promotional product, showcasing:
- The rainbow that allows Arco to travel through time
- Key characters with unique and expressive designs
- Surreal atmospheres blending fantasy and dystopia
- A color palette that evolves with the emotionality
Every frame looks like a painting in motion 🎨.
A Voice Cast That Captivates
The English version features a stellar cast that elevates the project even further. Established voices join to bring this fantastic universe to life:
- Natalie Portman
- Will Ferrell
- America Ferrera
- Mark Ruffalo
- Andy Samberg
Portman's involvement is not limited to acting, as she also appears as a producer alongside the director.
Ugo Bienvenu's Triumphant Debut
Ugo Bienvenu makes his feature film debut with Arco, and what a way to introduce himself to the world. His proposal has been praised by international critics for its visual richness and poetic narrative since its passage through festivals like Cannes and Locarno. The Annecy 2025 Cristal only confirms that we are dealing with a new talent to watch in the world of animation.
The trailer is not a superficial promotional sequence, but an emotional window into the film's tone and themes
Meanwhile, audiences prepare for a temporal journey that promises to blend fantasy, nostalgia, and ecological urgency... all through the eyes of a child and his magical rainbow. Because sometimes saving the world requires believing in magic again ✨.