Meet the 12-year-old star behind the unsettling persona of ‘M3GAN’ | Nightline
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- čas přidán 16. 01. 2023
- Amie Donald stars as a robotic doll designed to be a child’s best friend in the new horror-comedy movie directed by Gerard Johnstone.
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she has a deeper voice than the adult who voices the doll. didn't expect that
The girl Jenna Davis who does voice is actually 18 or 19 years old. a you tube famous influencer and singer.
and she sounds very mature as well
girls voices tend to lower between 11-13 earlier than boys, but she looks younger than 12 I was really surprised
I'm so surprise on her voice! Totally unexpcted!
why when I solv up stuff Do people keep being more horrible I know a lot to solve up
this is beyond cruel already
I hope they do the sequel soon. This actress could outgrow her character. And she’s awesome.
@@dankslurp You ain't familiar with Blumhouse.
@@dankslurp Universal announced there's going to be one days ago. Anyway, I'm glad Megan will be coming back to life; I saw the film and was sad when she was killed.
They could always go with that Megan hacks into some kind of manufacturing facility and builds herself a new body that’ll match Amie’s older body in real life.
@@dankslurp already been confirmed actually
@@dankslurp they set it up for a sequel at the end of the film.
To be fair, it's not one actress performing as M3gan.. someone is the voice, the mask is mostly computerized.. but she is the BODY and moves amazingly. And the dance scene, best bit of the movie
Yes thank you! Amie isn’t the only one
it's like being a suit actor in a tokusatsu movie.
Personally I think the titanium part is the best
The mask is actually a prosthetic makeup, I watched a video about how they dressed her up.
@@dna3930 I saw that too. Very interesting. She's quite the little talent. She's the one with the slight head turns and subtle body language that makes the concept so freaky. I always laughed at the Chuckie movies, loved them but they didn't scare me. This looks like nightmares galore, and I'm 58!
She'll go far with her unique talent 👏🏾
Yess
Oh hell... movie made 90 million already..... first female president in the making
With body capture technology, as seen in Avatar, you will probably see her without seeing her.
What talent 😂
@@Xane_Dragon Sorry but not sorry, I don't respond to dumbness and negativity ✌🏾😉
The girl who play as m3gan needs to be nominated as the best performer period . Cause she needs to be a star on the red carpet
Some of these compliments are reaching . Most if her moves ware simple every the Arial flip. Plus the VOICE of Megan ALSO deserves credit. Not just this girl . I hope Jenna gets a video soon
@@lessismore8533 yeah thats true but most of the credits goes to the girl because she brings m3gan to life with her performance
She did a good job, but an award? Nah.
@@lewstone5430 she really deserve an award cause of her performance
David Prowse, nor Anthony Daniels or Peter Mathew were ever nominated, for an acting award ( please feel free to correct me if I am wrong), and they certainly brought their characters to life. In Mr. Daniels case, in nine films.
She deserves a Grammy.. Her robotics skills is topnotch n the dance 💃 o myyy
She really has the whole package. I think with Yoga, Zumba, ballroom and ballet, that mix is helpful to get in the zone. She found her flow so early, when it matters. What kind of sucks though is the sheer reality that you have to be a champion at like 6 years old or 9 years old. I recall that skating champ out of Canada said his first trophy was at six. Wild to contemplate.
Not surprising to me. Many famous athletes today stayed when they were children because you are young and agile. Even in gymnastics, they recommend you start as soon as you can walk
She is the queen of creepy doll moves. Awesome!
Thank you for showing us, Amie Donald, the brilliant actress and dancer behind all of the beautifully demented moves and dances her character made. This young lady just made movie history with her brilliant performance.
WOW! There's a real human under that face! I thought this was a fantastic use of computer technology...very surprised to find out this young girl is the star of the movie! Well done!
there had to be a person to pull of those crazy dance moves. very talented girl. i hope her parents and the adults around her protect her from the predatory nature of acting, much less child acting
@@alexpalaciossantos4940 I think this girl is a bit too overhyped. She has skill but MOST of the moves were simple. Not that hard. The Arial flip was the most complex one. Her behind the scenes moves are more complex than Megan. Plus Jenna Davis is the VOICE of Megan she deserves credit too
Then you haven’t seen MUCH dude. I don’t understand ppl but to each their own. It was pretty OBVIOUS it was a person because he dancing was too fluid for a robot
@@alexpalaciossantos4940 I agree.
As a real Hollywood director and actor with movies you've seen, I can tell you she is not overhyped. She's accomplished. Are you?
This movie was so good! That actress needs an awards.
The voice actress you mean?
She is adorable 👏🏾
@@MyLibertyTV “Jenna Davis”
Amie did a great job! But so did Jenna Davis, who's not getting enough attention. Excellent voiceover work.
Damn, she's talented. I hope the future is good to her and her career thrives.
She’s dove more advanced stuff in her or she routines. Her Megan stuff was quite simple except for the Arial flip. So the hype is just too much. L Because Jenna Davis is the VOICE of Megan and deserves credit too
@@lessismore8533 My "damn, she's talented" comment was in response to the things she has managed to accomplish by her age (national dance champion, brown belt in karate, contortionist). She represented New Zealand at the Dance World Cup in Portugal in 2019 when she was like, 8 or 9 and was the first New Zealander to ever bring back medals. The movie obviously doesn't display the full extent and range of her talents. And Jenna Davis has been credited, but clearly people are more impressed with Amie's performance as a robotic doll over Jenna's voice acting.
@@lessismore8533 Also, people aren't hyping up the movie because they think she gave an Oscar winning performance, they're just talking about the movie in general and sharing clips that have gone viral.
@@lessismore8533 quite frankly the voice acting was the worse and probably should have been ADR with Amie's voice. Absolutely.
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I think its the more lifelike movement that makes it creepier. Chucky is more comical, but when you have a realistic humanoid robot that's the stuff of nightmares for me. With the emotionless face to top it off.
The original child’s play was way less comical and is basically what made chucky an icon that still can’t be touched, but I agree with the sequels after part 2.
It's because Chucky is a human serial killer who transferred his spirit into a toy doll.
M3gan is a robot, which makes them totally different (altough in the horrible Child's Play reboot they made "Buddi" just a toy robot with a programming flaw).
Also, i don't understand why people keep comparing Annabelle to Chucky, because Annabelle basically doesn't do anything; she is just a doll who acts as a conduit for paranormal activity (and yes; i know the Annabelle doll really exists).
Talking Tina from the old school Twilight Zone is scarier than both Chucky and Megan.
This is WHY I love M3GAN !!!!!!!!!! ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤😁
I saw the movie and it was phenomenal. It really takes a life like take on robots with little to no parameters set on them and how not giving clear instructions can be a deadly consequence. Definitely wanna go see it again.
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@@leesarolan huh
Movie was great to me but no phenomenal. This trope of not giving a AI boundaries has been done before
@@lessismore8533 Yes it has been done before, but never through a child's toy and through a child's perspective.
Parameters.
The movie is a horror masterpiece, she did a great job with the character & I hope they make a sequel
It's defo a classic but not everything needs a sequel
@@kailewis7025 well if you saw the movie it ends on a cliffhanger. Also the fact that it did well and the director wants to do it means it’ll most likely happen.
What an amazing young talent, I get the feeling she's going to have a long and successful career in film and tv
When i heard that a kid was doing those dance moves and stuff, i kind of didn't really understand, because the moves were kind of very advanced. But now i see, the girl was unique for this character indeed. Congrats for Amie Donald, she certainly made the director's life a lot easier.
What a lovely and funny little girl! She’s terrifying as that doll, but an absolutely magnificent physical actor, the running on all fours totally freaked me out. So did the amazing creepy voice over work by Jenna Davis! The hauntingly GOOD singing…EEEK! love that this has become such a phenomenon and that it took a team to create her, it’s a great movie, and will absolutely become a classic horror comedy on par with the Evil Dead franchise.
She is so talented. She has a long and successful career ahead of her.
Congratulations to the stars and production people for bringing this to life
I hate how nobody ever mentions Jenna Davis, who is the voice of M3gan. She is so underrated, and it's sad that nobody mentions her.
I know, right
Oh she voiced all her lines? I know she sang titanium because of spotify.
Her dancing at 2:37 is so adorable
She is going to be making some big moves. She is so talented! I can’t wait for the 2nd one! I have a feeling it’s going to be even creepier! I love it! This could be a Franchise that grows as she grows. The Studio and her did a great job! They got lucky finding her!
Kathy: Daughter of Megan
Planet of the Megans
@@randybaumery5090 😂
@@TheOneSoulMate_ you like little girls weirdo
@@ralphtaylor7448 Sounds like you have an issue yourself. I spoke about acting, the Franchise and the future of it all. You took something completely different out of it. The weirdo just outed himself. That’s pretty sick that’s what you thought of.
Amie Donald is outstandingly likable (on top of her bevy of talents in dance, karate, contortion, and acting). Only a country outside the US could produce someone like this.
Meanwhile, US athletes still dominate Olympic events overall, Cheers.
@@lyhuewynegar7312
You’re correct on sports.
The difference is her ‘likability’. New Zealand is far less commercial and superficial. Less focused on celebrity and social media. It’s more genuine.
Yes, I knew my opinion was somewhat provocative. And yes, with 350 million people, there will be similar American girls.
In the meantime, Amie shines as very refreshing. Genuine. Likable.
ps - cheers
That's the most retarded thing I've ever heard
@@lyhuewynegar7312 get tf over yourself.
@@lyhuewynegar7312 dude we only have 5 million people. US has 336 million. And any stats will tell you we also punch above our weight in everything. Cheers,
Love how they didn’t mention Violet McGraw (Cady) because she had a pretty big role in the film to she should’ve been mentioned in this at least once
I thought the same thing!
@@DarkandTwisted EXACTLY!
YES! Both Jenna Davis and Violet should’ve been mentioned!
@@DarkandTwisted Yeah I thought that was pretty messed considering in my opinion she had one of the biggest human roles
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I haven't seen the show yet but M3GAN concept is truly refreshing. The idea is in sync with today's technology.
You’ve done us proud! 🇳🇿 🇲🇾 🇦🇺
It's kinda strange that they don't even acknowledge the voice actress for Megan. JENNA DAVIS.
YES thank you!
@@lessismore8533 👊
The voice of M3gan is so important it fits the character perfectly so she should definitely have been mentioned.
@@leedaniels1468 Agreed! She has her own youtube channel and social media. She has been making videos and promoting the fact she is the Megan Voice Actor. The studio hasn't even mentioned her. She shouldn't have to do that.
Not sure what media you are watching but Jenna Davis is being mentioned plenty of times. Heck some even mistakenly label her as the actor behind the doll.
In comparion Amie Donald is hardly mentioned in the press circus surrounding this film with the bulk of attention being directed towards Allison Williams, Violet Mcgraw & Jenna Davis with Amie Donald almost like a footnote.
Wish this young actress the best. She knocked it out of the park with M3GAN. This movie was a blast.
She didn’t voice megan. Jenna Davis was the voice of Megan.
@@sammy9884 and who did the movements and the acting? Well then, your comment is pointless.
@@alastairwallace6153 I didn’t know they were talking abt the movements. Wow so quick to judge people 🫠
@@sammy9884 yes the problem is your too quick to judge, read the whole story, take in all the opinions and facts, then comment..
The issue is people do not read and understand first, thats why we have so many ignorant conspiracist cult nut jobs wrecking the planet.
Little girl made the role of her lifetime.
She did really good
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Her cute dance gets me.
She’s so cute and talented!! I hope she will win reward.
I hope there is a sequel , Amie Donald is an outstanding actress.
There wont be. She will grow taller under the year.
A sequel of M3GAN sounds fantastic and I hope that the director does it. I haven't the movie yet because my mom will think something bad about it but I'll watch it secretly on CZcams if it becomes available on the platform.
Amie Donald is one of SEVEN Megan's! She plays Megan in some scenes, while in others, puppetry and animatronics were used for the character. If you watch the credits, it has a long list of "MEGAN puppeteers,
Saw the unrated version and it’s the best movie of 2023!!
She is sooooo good!
That little girl deserves an Oscar.
EXACTLY! And not because of her race or gender. But because she is actually that good and unsettling at the same time.
Oh give it a break will ya, it’s a mediocre movie that will die quickly, it really wasn’t that great.
@Tanjirou wtf 😂
No
I can only imagine her Oscar acceptance speech with the creepy voice from the movie:
"You LIKE me, you REALLY, REALLY, LIKE me!"
M3gan was the best theatrical released movie I've seen in years. Im definitely buying it when it's digitally released. A movie I can watch again and again... I hope if they do a sequel, it doesn't flop like the majority of sequels do.
So the clips shown here are just the cringeworthy bits but the rest is good?
@Audrey Muzingo I really liked it. I work on major motion picture sets, and dislike more movies than I enjoy. Everyone has different tastes though so doesn't necessarily mean you'll like it
I can't wait for part 2 because i absolutely loved this movie
She is stunning, she should have a role with her own face !
Violett and Amy are very gorgeous and talented little actresses. I'm thoroughly impressed with them both. Can't wait for the sequel.🥰😍🥳
The movie was entertaining for what it was. Clearly it was going for the gender flip vibe on Child's Play and other AI run amok thrillers. Very much a 90s throwback too.
I loved this movie!!! It absolutely hits the nail on the head at how not only children but how some adults behave if you take their technology from them, it's like they are absolutely jonesing when they have to be without it.
You can rent or buy it now
i knew she be a big star behind it.she did a good job of it.
the dance made it viral
Well the directors KNEW what they were doing. There no way they’d save the dance for the movie. They put it on the trailers
Amie Donald must be protected at all costs.
She did an awesome job. And I truly did enjoyed this movie so much. I'm going to see it again 🤣
Loved the movie; can't wait for the sequel!
Props to Jenna Davis for the voice acting, she did a great job, I wish she got more credit for the role as well. Yes it’s the little girl as the body, but the voice is Jennas
Amie Donald truly is an inspiration to the child stars of today.
Classy.
this is not a horror comedy !! Its a horror movie, and a brilliant one, can't wait for the sequel.
The little girl and all the actors did freaking amazing in this movie I can't wait for Megan 2.0!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
I’m can’t wait for part two ❤
Amie Donald brought so much to the character of M3GAN, I wish her success in the future😮😂❤😅😊🎉
For those who haven't played the game Portal, you'll definitely hear what inspired Megan's voice and attitude after you meet Glados. 🙂
I thought the same thing!!! Totally like the GLaDOS voice effect
I don't know why so many people think she can't be in a sequel. Presumably Violet McGraw will grow about as much as she will, so they could have a plot where M3gan helps her character navigate middle school. They could make a doll to pretend to be her cousin and enroll in school with her.
All she would need is some re-engineering.
Why would they make murder doll number two after what happened?
AI's don't grow.
@@MyLibertyTV If it's legal and you can make a lot of money doing it, then sooner or later someone will do it.
@@pipandlou New models of anything physical are always being made bigger or smaller. Cars, clothes, appliances, cell phones, you name it. It's a favorite trick of marketers to convince you that this year's version is different from last year's.
That explains the dancing.
She is a very talented dancer
M3gan creeps me out and I'm looking forward to seeing it.
This was and probably is the best marketing that I have ever seen. Really gets the public involved.
I just saw the movie today and it absolutely exceeded my expectations! I was wondering was Megan an actress or just a well built machine. Now i know lol! Can’t wait for the sequel!
Exclamation points! Showing excitement! lol! Exceeding my reading pleasure!
She played Megan but someone else did her voice
A team built Megan. Think Darth Vadar with some CGI.
Absolutely loved the movie it was very well done and entertaining, captivating 😮😊please give us a sequel 😊
What a humble sweetheart
I watched it yesterday, it was really good and the ending was so shocking but overall 10/10
Whoa… I did not expect that voice. I knew she didn’t voice M3GAN but she looks so young
Wow, lol great movie ! These girls did amazing in this movie ! Hardly wait to see the sequel ! I truly believe that if there is a sequel, m3gan should live, not die. This can go on for a long ways to come !
I’m soooo glad she said a Horror-Comedy. I laughed like 4 times in the theater
M3GHAN is now my new favorite slasher!
and the wonderful Jenna Davis did the voice of m3gan, such a fun film i really enjoyed it
I just put it together now! This movie reminds me of the movie "A Boy And His Dog". The dog was his TALKING companion in a nuclear wasteland. I haven't seen it in decades, so I'll have to see it again now... after I see M3gan!
I love this movie
You can already see she'd be a great pro on Dancing With the Stars if she goes into ballroom after this.
She’s not eligible.
@@gregbernard7861 thankyou
I wish I'd find even one review or interview or other story about the movie that compares M3gan's voice to Glados of Portal.
This movie was everything.
Was ?
Seeing Brian Jordan Alvarez in this interview just completely rocked me
I don't get creeped out very often, but the trailer gave me the heebee geebees! It looks like a great scary movie.
Not really scary, but pretty funny and really entertaining.
Man, Halloween gon be full of M3GAN's & Wednesday's
😂😂😂😂💯💯💯
She’s great
Megan top que filme lido parabéns 👏👏👏👏👏👏👏
Yes Megan 2 please!!!! ❤❤❤❤❤
She so cute 🥰
Splendid actress.
I would love to see the dance used in a gymnastic floor routine.
And give credit to that psycho dress.
I'm totally onboard with a sequel. Glad it is happening👍 let them take their time to produce an equally impressive piece of work🙏
Yes indeed. We do not need a hastily cranked out piece of crap that has no plot, nothing to grip you like this one did. We need M3gan to go out on her own, learn all languages, and tour the planet, running from those who would disassemble #5.
She rocks👍
This is so cool. What a talent.
Megan is just so wow😍
Love that oh big whoop line 😂
Jenna Davis the voice actor of m3gan said that and yes I love the line too 😂
She's like 10 but she sounds like a 30 year old.... Very mature for her age....
I don't get excited about many movies, but this was well worth it...
Great movie 😁
I am really happy for Amie Donald. The movie is great.
She is gonna b a great actress
Drugs, rehab, failed relationships. Then the Lisa Marie Presley ending.
@@2148aaabsolutely not she can be the new Jenna ortega
I loved this movie. It’s a huge lesson that anyone can learn about artificial intelligence. Be careful what you create.
Great job
She is awesome!!!
She deserves a standing ovation. Also, the VA for Megan. 👏👏👏❤️🇵🇭
That's one talented little Philly.
For me the only complex move Megan did was the flip. The rest of the moves were QUITE simple. Her personal routines are greater than what she did as Megan
Jenna Davis should ALSO get credit she’s the voice of Megan
I need more robot violence in my life.