Mattel Films and Marc Forster’s 2Dux² Partner to Develop “Thomas & Friends®” Feature Film
06 Outubro 2020 - 10:00AM
Business Wire
- Marc Forster to direct the four-quadrant family adventure that
blends live-action and animation
- “Thomas & Friends” marks the tenth Mattel Films project in
development
Mattel, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAT) and production company 2Dux²
announced today plans to develop a feature film based on Thomas
& Friends®, the global franchise about the iconic blue engine.
Mattel Films and 2Dux² will bring Thomas & Friends to life
through a four-quadrant family adventure that blends live-action
and animation.
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Mattel Films will co-produce the film alongside Marc Forster
(“Christopher Robin,” “World War Z,” “Monster's Ball”), who will
also direct, and Renée Wolfe (“Christopher Robin,” “All I See Is
You”), co-founder and co-CEO of 2Dux². Alyssa Hill (“A Taste of
Power”) and Jesse Wigutow (“TRON3” - upcoming) have penned the
script. Robbie Brenner, executive producer, and Kevin McKeon,
supervising producer, will lead the project for Mattel Films.
“Thomas is a beloved global franchise that focuses on the
importance of friendship, a theme that resonates deeply with
children and parents around the world,” said Brenner. “Marc is an
incredible storyteller and I look forward to partnering with him to
tell Thomas’ story in a modern and unexpected way.”
“Thomas has been a personal favorite of mine since childhood,”
said Forster. “I couldn’t be more excited to be working with Robbie
and the entire team at Mattel, and embarking on this beautiful
journey with such a timeless property.”
Thomas & Friends, celebrating its 75th anniversary this
year, introduces children to the world around them through the
wonder and awe of trains. Thomas was first created in 1945 by Rev.
W. Awdry in stories for his son, Christopher. Today, the character
is just as beloved by children as he was when he first chugged down
the tracks. Thomas’ stories are currently told through the “Thomas
& Friends” television series (now in its 24th season), toys,
books, apps and more.
“Thomas & Friends” joins other Mattel Films projects in
development including films based on American Girl®, Barbie®,
Barney®, Hot Wheels®, Magic 8 Ball®, Major Matt Mason®, Masters of
the Universe®, View Master® and Wishbone™.
Alyssa Hill is represented by Kaplan/Perrone Entertainment as
well as Mahdi Salehi and Katherine McClure at HJTH. Jesse Wigutow
is represented by Verve, Kaplan/Perrone Entertainment, and Sloane,
Offer, Weber & Dern.
About Mattel
Mattel is a leading global toy company and owner of one of the
strongest catalogs of children’s and family entertainment
franchises in the world. We create innovative products and
experiences that inspire, entertain and develop children through
play. We engage consumers through our portfolio of iconic brands,
including Barbie®, Hot Wheels®, Fisher-Price®, American Girl®,
Thomas & Friends®, UNO® and MEGA®, as well as other popular
intellectual properties that we own or license in partnership with
global entertainment companies. Our offerings include film and
television content, gaming, music and live events. We operate in 35
locations and our products are available in more than 150 countries
in collaboration with the world’s leading retail and ecommerce
companies. Since its founding in 1945, Mattel is proud to be a
trusted partner in empowering children to explore the wonder of
childhood and reach their full potential.
About 2Dux²
Los Angeles-based 2Dux² develops and produces feature films, TV
and transmedia projects for broad and diverse audiences. The
majority of their content is written and created by the duo of
Renée Wolfe & Marc Forster. Forster & Wolfe are the
co-founders and co-owners of 2Dux². Forster is known for directing
such award-winning and critically-acclaimed films as Monster’s
Ball, Finding Neverland, Stranger Than Fiction and The Kite
Runner.
Forster and Wolfe have worked together creatively for over 20
years and decided to form the company eight years ago, in 2012.
They both serve as co-CEO’s of 2Dux². Since the founding of the
company, this creative team has been making movies loved by fans
including award-winning films such as WWZ, Christopher Robin and
All I See Is You.
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