From 'Moana' to 'Leviticus,' here are summer movie breakouts you need to know
From 'Moana' to 'Leviticus,' here are summer movie breakouts you need to know

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Summer Movie Breakouts 7 Talented Individuals to Watch
As the summer season approaches, it's essential to keep an eye out for the [K
next generation of talented individuals making waves in the film industry. [K
From the wunderkind filmmaker behind Moana to the Australian heartthrob who[3D[K
who stole the show at Sundance, we've got you covered with our list of summ[4D[K
summer movie breakouts.
1. Catherine Lagaʻaia - 'Moana'
At just 20 years old, Catherine Lagaʻaia has already made a name for hersel[6D[K
herself in the industry. As one of eight children and an Australian native,[7D[K
native, she grew up surrounded by acting. Her father played Captain Typhoon[7D[K
Typhoon in the Star Wars prequels, while her siblings are also involved in [K
theater. Two of her sisters even auditioned for Moana alongside her. Lagaʻa[6D[K
Lagaʻaia is acutely aware of the big expectations surrounding the live-acti[9D[K
live-action film (out July 10) and has them for herself too.
2. Joe Bird and Stacy Clausen - 'Leviticus'
In this Sundance hit, teenage boys Ryan (Stacy Clausen, 21) and Naim (Joe B[1D[K
Bird, 19) are drawn to each other in their backwater Australian community. [K
As the film delves into themes of growing up queer, fear, and love, it's cl[2D[K
clear that these young actors have a bright future ahead.
3. Kara Young and Mallori Johnson - 'Is God Is'
Aleshea Harris chose these two talented actresses to anchor the big-screen [K
adaptation of her Obie-winning play Is God Is. The story centers on twin si[2D[K
sisters searching for their abusive father, who burned and scarred them as [K
babies. As Racine (Kara Young) and Anaia (Mallori Johnson), they bring a dy[2D[K
dynamic energy to the film.
4. Kane Parsons - 'Backrooms'
At just 20 years old, Kane Parsons was signed to direct his first feature f[1D[K
film based on his viral YouTube series Backrooms. The concept inspired by a[1D[K
an internet creepypasta takes audiences on a journey of unnerving and psych[5D[K
psychological horror.
5. The Bachelors - '72 Hours'
This new Netflix comedy features SNL cast members Kam Patterson, 27, and Be[2D[K
Ben Marshall, 30, playing Gen Z guys on a bachelor trip. With Marcello Hern[4D[K
Hernández, groom-to-be Mason Gooding, and middle-aged ad exec Kevin Hart ac[2D[K
accidentally added to the group chat, this film promises non-stop laughter.[9D[K
laughter.
6. The New Assistants in 'The Devil Wears Prada 2'
Call them the new Emilys! Simone Ashley (31), of Bridgerton fame, plays Mir[3D[K
Miranda Priestly's first assistant Amari, who screenwriter Aline Brosh McKe[4D[K
McKenna didn't want to be Emily 2.0. Caleb Hearon (31) is Miranda's second [K
assistant Charlie, stuck at his desk all day but loving every minute of it.[3D[K
it.
7. Helen J Shen - 'Maybe Happy Ending'
After breaking out on stage in Maybe Happy Ending, Helen J Shen (26) makes [K
her big-screen debut as Andy's assistant Jin. With a fresh take on the char[4D[K
character and plenty of wit, Shen brings a youthful energy to the role.
These summer movie breakouts are sure to captivate audiences with their uni[3D[K
unique perspectives, captivating performances, and unforgettable stories.