FILIPINO actress Liza Soberano will provide the voice of Alexandra Trese in the Filipino-language version of the Netflix Original Anime series Trese, announced the streaming company.
The series is based on the Philippine graphic novel created by Budjette Tan and KaJO Baldisimo.
Set in a Manila where the mythical creatures of Philippine folklore hide amongst humans, Alexandra Trese finds herself going head to head with a criminal underworld of malevolent supernatural beings.
“It’s an honor to be the voice of an iconic character such as Alexandra Trese. I’m a huge fan of Budjette and KaJO’s award-winning Trese comics. Maraming salamat! Excited na ako! (Thank you! I’m excited!),” Ms. Soberano, the star of My Ex and Whys, Just the Way You Are and Alone/Together, said in a statement.
“As a fan of the komiks, I knew that the title role of Alexandra Trese was going to be challenging to cast for the animated series. It is important for the voice talent to embrace the layered character to fully become Alexandra Trese,” executive producer Jade Oliva said in a statement.
Meanwhile, Filipino-Canadian actress Shay Mitchell (YOU, Pretty Little Liars) will voice the lead character in the English-language version.
“My concerns went away as soon as Shay Mitchell stepped into the recording booth. Shay’s Alexandra exceeded my expectations and she delivers a performance of strength, determination and family duty that is at the very core of the character. If that wasn’t enough, imagine my delight when we confirmed Liza Soberano joining the Filipino voice cast! I am a big fan of hers and she fits the character so well,” Ms. Oliva said in a statement about the actors cast for the role.
Trese will premiere soon on Netflix. — MAPS