A new animated movie is generating serious buzz online.
DreamWorks Animation's Forgotten Island has climbed to the top of Google search trends in the Philippines during its first week, signaling strong early interest in the film and its star powered voice cast.
The movie features Filipino American actress Liza Soberano alongside Grammy winning artist H.E.R., creating additional excitement among audiences in the Philippines and internationally.
The surge in Google searches comes as audiences look for information about the movie, its cast, release details and the people behind the animated production.
For Soberano, the attention represents another important step in her growing international career.
Liza Soberano Continues Her Hollywood Journey
Soberano built a huge following through television and film before expanding her career internationally.
Her appearance in Forgotten Island adds another major project to her growing résumé.
The actress is also joining the Audible comedy series The Moons of LA, alongside Hollywood stars including Ken Jeong and Randall Park, according to entertainment reports published on October 1.
The combination of projects suggests Soberano is continuing to establish herself beyond the entertainment market where she originally became famous.
Voice acting can also give performers access to enormous international audiences because animated movies are easily adapted and dubbed for different markets.
H.E.R. Adds More Star Power
Another major attraction is H.E.R.
The singer and songwriter has built an international reputation through her music career and has expanded into acting and other entertainment projects.
Pairing H.E.R. with Soberano gives Forgotten Island additional appeal across different audiences.
That appears to be translating into online curiosity.
According to ABS CBN, the DreamWorks film topped Philippine Google search trends during its first week, an important early indication that audiences are actively seeking information about the movie.
Google Searches Can Give Movies an Early Boost
Search trends have become an important indicator of audience curiosity around new entertainment releases.
When a movie suddenly rises on Google, the effect can spread quickly.
People search for trailers, cast members, reviews and release information. Social media conversations then generate additional searches, creating a cycle that can significantly increase awareness.
This is particularly valuable for new films competing in a crowded entertainment market.
Streaming platforms, theatrical releases and social media have created more entertainment choices than ever before.
Getting audiences interested enough to actively search for a movie is therefore increasingly important.
For Forgotten Island, that interest is already visible.
And for Liza Soberano, having a new international project reach the top of Google searches provides another significant moment in a career that is increasingly moving onto the global entertainment stage.
