Uwe Ochsenknecht assumes fatherly responsibility over the entire Smurf community. - ruling offspring of Smurfs trace back to a cattle servant
In the upcoming animated film "The Smurfs," due for release on July 17, Uwe Ochsenknecht lends his voice to the beloved character of Papa Smurf. The film, set to be a cinematic adventure, follows Smurfette leading the Smurfs on a mission to the real world to rescue Papa Smurf, who has been kidnapped by the evil wizards Razamel and Gargamel.
Razamel, the brother of the infamous Gargamel, seeks to obtain a magic book that grants unlimited power from Papa Smurf. The plot revolves around the Smurfs uniting to save their patriarch before it's too late. The film combines elements of magic and sci-fi with a narrative that is chaotic and humor-light, focusing more on the story than musical elements.
In the German version, pop star Rihanna provides music, including the new song "Friend of Mine." Rick Kavanian plays a double role, voicing both Gargamel and Razamel. Patricia Meeden voices and sings Smurfette in the German version, but specific details about the full German voice cast beyond Ochsenknecht, Rihanna, and Meeden are not yet available.
Ochsenknecht, who is 69, shares a love for music with Papa Smurf. In an interview, he recalled his desire to DJ at a small club in the town where he grew up as a 15-year-old. When he's DJing, people get excitedly dancing and going wild, which he finds fun.
Ochsenknecht also voices the Ox Smurf in the animated film. Known for his horns and the ability to bash through walls if necessary, the Ox Smurf adds a unique twist to the Smurf cast.
Despite his age, Ochsenknecht does not believe in accepting age-related limitations. He feels more like 35 years old and considers complaining about age as nonsense. He sees parallels between himself and Papa Smurf, encouraging everyone to stay curious like a child, stay awake and attentive, ask questions, and participate in world events and life.
The press release about "The Smurfs: The Big Movie" originates from the Munich Music German Press Agency. For more detailed information about the German voice actors beyond Uwe Ochsenknecht, Patricia Meeden, and Rihanna, official film credits or German dubbing announcements would be the best sources to consult.
- The community policy of the Munich Music German Press Agency includes sharing news and updates about upcoming films, such as the announcements of voice actors in films like "The Smurfs: The Big Movie."
- In addition to animated stories and adventures, the employment policy of the entertainment industry often includes music, with pop stars like Rihanna providing songs for movies and series, like Rihanna's new song "Friend of Mine" in the upcoming "The Smurfs."
