Netflix unpacked a swath of news during its Netflix Anime Festival 2020 livestream Tuesday out of Japan, setting five new anime projects and providing updates on 11 other series in various stages of production at the streamer’s bustling Tokyo headquarters.
The new original projects — continuation Rilakkuma’s Theme Park Adventure, manga-based Thermae Romae Novae, High-Rise Invasion and Thus Spoke Kishibe Rohan, and The Way of the Househusband — were unveiled along with updates on 11 others previously announced including anime series based on franchises including Resident Evil, Transformers and Pacific Rim, Yasuke featuring the voice of Lakieth Stanfield, and the continuation of the manga tale Baki Hanma.
“In just four short years since launching our creative team in Tokyo, Netflix has expanded the reach and overall audience of anime – a category conventionally seen as niche,” Taiki Sakurai, Netflix’s Chief Producer, Anime, during the event. “Given the success of shows such as Seven Deadly Sins and Baki,...
The new original projects — continuation Rilakkuma’s Theme Park Adventure, manga-based Thermae Romae Novae, High-Rise Invasion and Thus Spoke Kishibe Rohan, and The Way of the Househusband — were unveiled along with updates on 11 others previously announced including anime series based on franchises including Resident Evil, Transformers and Pacific Rim, Yasuke featuring the voice of Lakieth Stanfield, and the continuation of the manga tale Baki Hanma.
“In just four short years since launching our creative team in Tokyo, Netflix has expanded the reach and overall audience of anime – a category conventionally seen as niche,” Taiki Sakurai, Netflix’s Chief Producer, Anime, during the event. “Given the success of shows such as Seven Deadly Sins and Baki,...
- 10/27/2020
- by Patrick Hipes
- Deadline Film + TV
Chadwick Boseman‘s final movie is eventually set to arrive on Netflix. The tragic and shocking death of the Black Panther star on Friday has rocked Hollywood and his countless fans around the world, with social media being full of tributes to the 43-year-old actor, including from many of his Marvel co-stars. As confirmed in Boseman’s family’s statement on his passing, he had been suffering from colon cancer for the past four years. However, choosing to keep his diagnosis private, he continued working hard during this time, shooting a total of seven films, including two movies that have yet to be released.
The final project that he shot prior to his death is Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom, an upcoming Netflix project directed by George C. Wolf and based on the play by Pulitzer Prize winning writer August Wilson. Viola Davis stars as real-life blues icon Ma Rainey,...
The final project that he shot prior to his death is Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom, an upcoming Netflix project directed by George C. Wolf and based on the play by Pulitzer Prize winning writer August Wilson. Viola Davis stars as real-life blues icon Ma Rainey,...
- 8/30/2020
- by Christian Bone
- We Got This Covered
Hollywood and his fans all over the world are in mourning for Chadwick Boseman, following the Marvel star’s tragic passing this week after a four-year battle with colon cancer. The 43-year-old is, of course, best known for playing Black Panther in the McU, and the cultural importance of that character and his performance cannot be overstated. However, Boseman was also far from just T’Challa and has many other acclaimed roles to his name which demonstrate what an immense and rare talent he was.
This tribute video, for example, showcases some of his best work. Video editor Nick Bosworth shared his tribute earlier this weekend, writing in his caption that it serves as a thank you to the late actor and “the incredible legacy he leaves behind.”
My small tribute and thank you to Chadwick Boseman and the incredible legacy he leaves behind. #ChadwickBoseman #Wakanda pic.twitter.com/nowhAtWDlS...
This tribute video, for example, showcases some of his best work. Video editor Nick Bosworth shared his tribute earlier this weekend, writing in his caption that it serves as a thank you to the late actor and “the incredible legacy he leaves behind.”
My small tribute and thank you to Chadwick Boseman and the incredible legacy he leaves behind. #ChadwickBoseman #Wakanda pic.twitter.com/nowhAtWDlS...
- 8/30/2020
- by Christian Bone
- We Got This Covered
ABC is honoring Chadwick Boseman tonight with an evening of programming dedicated to paying tribute to the Marvel star, who passed away this week at the age of 43. Boseman had been privately suffering from colon cancer for the past four years, and the tragic news of his death was announced via a statement from the actor’s family on Friday night.
The Disney-owned network has now revealed that it will honor the actor with a special presentation of Black Panther at 8/7c, which will then be followed by an ABC News special titled Chadwick Boseman – A Tribute for a King. The “special presentation” aspect of the screening of the Marvel film is that it will play without commercial breaks.
Tonight, ABC will celebrate the legacy of Chadwick Boseman with a special presentation of Marvel Studios’ Black Panther followed by the ABC News Special: Chadwick Boseman – A Tribute for a King.
The Disney-owned network has now revealed that it will honor the actor with a special presentation of Black Panther at 8/7c, which will then be followed by an ABC News special titled Chadwick Boseman – A Tribute for a King. The “special presentation” aspect of the screening of the Marvel film is that it will play without commercial breaks.
Tonight, ABC will celebrate the legacy of Chadwick Boseman with a special presentation of Marvel Studios’ Black Panther followed by the ABC News Special: Chadwick Boseman – A Tribute for a King.
- 8/30/2020
- by Christian Bone
- We Got This Covered
HBO Max is developing a series based on Scholastic’s “Point Horror” books by R.L Stine, Variety has learned exclusively.
The project hails from Picturestart and Lionsgate Television. The show, which is currently titled “Point Fear,” is described as an anthology series that exposes the horrors of being a teenager. Each episode of the show will be inspired by one of the books in the series, told for today’s audiences but with a nostalgic nod to the 1990s. Many authors have published books under the “Point Horror” banner, but the series will specifically focus on those written by Stine.
Jon M. Chu is in negotiations to direct and executive produce the series. Stine will also executive produce along with Yvonne M. Bernard. Ryan Lindenberg will oversee the project for Picturestart.
Previous television adaptations of Stine’s work includes the “Goosebumps” series, as well as shows like “The Nightmare Room” and “Eye Candy.
The project hails from Picturestart and Lionsgate Television. The show, which is currently titled “Point Fear,” is described as an anthology series that exposes the horrors of being a teenager. Each episode of the show will be inspired by one of the books in the series, told for today’s audiences but with a nostalgic nod to the 1990s. Many authors have published books under the “Point Horror” banner, but the series will specifically focus on those written by Stine.
Jon M. Chu is in negotiations to direct and executive produce the series. Stine will also executive produce along with Yvonne M. Bernard. Ryan Lindenberg will oversee the project for Picturestart.
Previous television adaptations of Stine’s work includes the “Goosebumps” series, as well as shows like “The Nightmare Room” and “Eye Candy.
- 11/12/2019
- by Joe Otterson
- Variety Film + TV
Netflix executive James McGough has been named chief operating officer of PictureStart, the newly launched production studio led by former Lionsgate co-president Erik Feig, the studio announced on Wednesday.
McGough will provide strategic counsel, oversee finance, business affairs and physical production. Feig launched PictureStart in May with the focus of co-financing and producing content around the theme of “Discovery of Voice.” McGough will report to Feig.
“I truly believe in what Erik and his team have created with PictureStart and the platform they are giving to ‘discovery of voice’ storytelling,” McGough said in a statement. “I’m excited for this opportunity to build upon Erik’s vision.”
Also Read: Former Lionsgate Co-President Erik Feig Launches Media Company PictureStart
McGough joins PictureStart from Netflix where he oversaw the content strategy and analysis team for the streamer’s original film division. While at Netflix, he was responsible for key strategic initiatives as...
McGough will provide strategic counsel, oversee finance, business affairs and physical production. Feig launched PictureStart in May with the focus of co-financing and producing content around the theme of “Discovery of Voice.” McGough will report to Feig.
“I truly believe in what Erik and his team have created with PictureStart and the platform they are giving to ‘discovery of voice’ storytelling,” McGough said in a statement. “I’m excited for this opportunity to build upon Erik’s vision.”
Also Read: Former Lionsgate Co-President Erik Feig Launches Media Company PictureStart
McGough joins PictureStart from Netflix where he oversaw the content strategy and analysis team for the streamer’s original film division. While at Netflix, he was responsible for key strategic initiatives as...
- 6/26/2019
- by Trey Williams
- The Wrap
Annecy, France — On Tuesday night at the Annecy Intl. Animation Festival, Netflix held one of its most highly-anticipated panels for one of its most dedicated fan-bases: Netflix Original Anime: A Celebration of Anime and a Look Ahead.
Appropriately enough, this year’s festival is honoring Japan and its animation tradition, past and present, as the official Guest Country. Netflix, eager to capitalize on that tradition, and embed itself in the Japanese market as a producer, has commissioned a strong slate of originals and reboots meant to honor the country’s animation history while pushing the envelope of narrative and technology.
Announced last December, Netflix has commissioned a new “Ghost in the Shell” reboot titled: “Ghost in the Shell: SAC_2045” from “Ultraman” directors Shinji Aramaki and Kenji Kamiyama. The two confirmed on Tuesday night that relative animation newcomer Ilya Kuvshinow will head character design on the show. Accompanying the announcement,...
Appropriately enough, this year’s festival is honoring Japan and its animation tradition, past and present, as the official Guest Country. Netflix, eager to capitalize on that tradition, and embed itself in the Japanese market as a producer, has commissioned a strong slate of originals and reboots meant to honor the country’s animation history while pushing the envelope of narrative and technology.
Announced last December, Netflix has commissioned a new “Ghost in the Shell” reboot titled: “Ghost in the Shell: SAC_2045” from “Ultraman” directors Shinji Aramaki and Kenji Kamiyama. The two confirmed on Tuesday night that relative animation newcomer Ilya Kuvshinow will head character design on the show. Accompanying the announcement,...
- 6/11/2019
- by Jamie Lang
- Variety Film + TV
“Black Panther” star Chadwick Boseman will produce and topline the samurai story Yasuke,” set in 16th century Japan.
“Narcos” co-creator Doug Miro is writing the script, which centers on an African man who arrived in Japan in 1579 in the service of an Italian Jesuit and served under the Japanese warlord Oda Nobunaga. He was captured in a battle in 1582. According to legend, Yasuke is the only person of non-Asian origin to become a Samurai.
“Narcos” co-creator Doug Miro is writing the script, which centers on an African man who arrived in Japan in 1579 in the service of an Italian Jesuit and served under the Japanese warlord Oda Nobunaga. He was captured in a battle in 1582. According to legend, Yasuke is the only person of non-Asian origin to become a Samurai.
- 5/7/2019
- by Dave McNary
- Variety Film + TV
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