The American documentary ‘Piece by Piece’ uses LEGO animation to portray the life of musician Pharrell Williams. This marks the sixth LEGO movie and the first released by Universal Pictures. The film opens with Williams discussing his vision with director Morgan Neville, explaining his desire to narrate his story through LEGO bricks, symbolizing a step-by-step assembly that matches the movie’s title.
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The narrative begins with Williams meeting Neville to propose a LEGO-based documentary of his experiences, which he feels aligns with his perspective. It traces his upbringing in Virginia Beach with parents Carolyn and Pharaoh, his synesthesia that allows him to visualize colors in sounds, and his admiration for Stevie Wonder that sparked his musical career. The account unfolds with engaging developments.
Morgan Neville directed, produced, and co-wrote the project, with production support from The LEGO Group and Tremolo Productions. Williams and Neville voice key figures, joined by voice contributions from Gwen Stefani, Timbaland, Kendrick Lamar, Busta Rhymes, Snoop Dogg, and Jay-Z for other LEGO characters.
The film holds a 6.9 rating on IMDb and has received several awards.
