More importantly, this entire experience is a win for virtual production models, and more traditional filmmakers embracing such enterprises.
Promoting this year’s first virtual Pokemon Go Fest, set to take place on July 25th and 26th, this Rian Johnson directed commercial is just the sort of whimsical distraction people could use in light of current events.
It’s also a firm reminder that people are still looking forward to a sequel for Pokemon: Detective Pikachu, which means that in the light of that films’ lack of movement, this is pretty much the next best thing.
Look closer to discover what Pokémon GO Fest 2020 has in store!