DISNEY PLUS TO PREMIERE INSPIRATIONAL DRAMA ‘CLOUDS’

DISNEY PLUS ‘CLOUDS’ SYNOPSIS

Based on the memoir Fly a Little Higher by Laura Sobiech, Zach Sobiech’s mother. “Clouds” is the true story of Zach Sobiech, a musically gifted 17-year old living with a rare bone cancer (osteosarcoma). The drama film follows Zach’s (Fin Argus) journey over the course of his senior year as he navigates the complexities of love, friendship, family, and leaving behind a musical legacy. Zach’s best friend is Sammy (Sabrina Carpenter).

STARRING

The film stars Fin Argus (Brat’s “Total Eclipse”) as Zach Sobiech

Sabrina Carpenter (“The Hate U Give”) as his best friend and bandmate Sammy

Madison Iseman (“Annabelle Comes Home,” “Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle”) as Zach’s girlfriend Amy

Thomas Everett Scott (“13 Reasons Why,” “La La Land”) and Neve Campbell (“Skyscraper,” “House of Cards”) as his parents, Laura and Rob.

 

 

DISNEY PLUS ‘CLOUDS’

DIRECTED BY

Justin Baldoni (“Five Feet Apart”)

PRODUCED BY

Justin Baldoni, Andrew Lazar, Casey La Scala

EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS

Steve Sarowitz, Wendy S. Williams, and Cate Adams

CO-PRODUCER

Ben Simpson

PRODUCTION COMPANIES

Mad Chance Productions, La Scala Films, Wayfarer Studios

SCREENPLAY BY 

Kara Holden
Casey La Scala

STORY BY 

Patrick Kopka
Casey La Scala

MUSIC BY 

Brian Tyler

CINEMATOGRAPHY BY 

Ben Kutchins

DISNEY PLUS ‘CLOUDS’

QUOTE FROM ZACH BALDONI ABOUT DISNEY PLUS REGARDING DRAMA CLOUDS

“I fell in love with Zach’s infectious joy and spirit seven years ago when I made a short documentary about his life. Just before he passed, I made a promise to him that I would do whatever I could to make sure the world heard his music,” said Baldoni.

“In the age of COVID-19, with the future of the theatre business up in the air, it was extremely important to me to ensure Zach’s message of hope, faith, and triumph in the face of adversity truly had the opportunity to touch as many hearts around the world as possible.

That’s why I’m so excited to be partnering with Disney+ for my first film under our Wayfarer Studios banner, as it’s the perfect home and platform to bring Zach’s incredible story to the world.”

QUOTE FROM RICKY STRAUSS ABOUT DISNEY PLUS REGARDING DRAMA CLOUDS (PRESIDENT, CONTENT & MARKETING DISNEY+)

“Justin has created a poignant and uplifting tribute to Zach, whose story shows us the power of optimism, music, and human connection,” said Ricky Strauss, president, Content & Marketing, Disney+.

“As our team searches the world for stories that entertain and inspire, ‘Clouds’ is a fantastic fit for Disney+ and our global audience.”

 

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