(Cover) - EN Showbiz - Emily Blunt was so overcome when she met Sir Elton John she launched herself into his arms.

The actress voices the character of Juliet in new animation Gnomeo & Juliet, which is inspired by English playwright William Shakespeares classic tale of star-crossed lovers Romeo and Juliet.

Elton and his partner David Furnish were executive producer and producer of the project respectively, and spent 11 years trying to get it made.

Although the legendary singer was very involved with the movie, Emily didnt meet him face to face until recently. She admits being overwhelmed when he saw him, and embarrassing herself.

David was in the studio a few times. Elton had the clout to keep the project on track when we needed it, she explained. But I didnt meet him until ten days ago in LA, the lift doors opened and there he was. I think I was overcome and fell into his arms.

Emily admits she wasnt sure about the project which also features James McAvoy, Ashley Jensen and Sir Michael Caine when she first heard about it. She soon changed her mind when she read the script though, and thinks it will be as big a hit with adults as with kids.

The 27-year-old revealed one of the reasons she thought twice about getting involved was the subject matter. Garden gnomes are the main stars of the feature, and she has always been terrified of them.

I used to be scared of gnomes. Little bearded men in your garden? I didnt understand the appeal. This film has been a healing process, were making them into being romantic, charming little objects, she told the BBC.

I was really baffled at first. I got a call from my agency, Youve just been offered this animated film, its called Gnomeo and Juliet. And I just thought, Oh no! Because I knew what they were doing instantly, and then when I read the script it was the most charming and witty thing. It was a very easy yes once Id met everyone involved. (C) Cover Media