New Line finds directors for Hello Kitty movie
Harley Quinn,
Inner Workings,
Yokai Samba) have been set to direct a live-action/animation hybrid movie adaptation.
“This is not only a rare chance to bring a beloved character to life, but also to spread the message of love, friendship and inclusivity that
Hello Kitty stands for,” said Coyle. “The world so needs her brand of joy and happiness.”
“Growing up in Brazil with a Japanese family, I was surrounded by the whimsy of
Hello Kitty and it served as a reminder that it’s okay to be different,” added Matsuda. “Along with Jen, FlynnPictureCo. and New Line, I am delighted by this incredible opportunity to work with one of the most universally beloved characters and expand their relatable Sanrio stories even further.”
March 05, 2021
Geek Culture
Hello Kitty fans! We’re one step closer to finally getting the Hello Kitty movie now that the directors have been set.
The animated/live-action hybrid film based on the popular Japanese character created by Sanrio will be helmed by animation veterans Leo Matsuda and Jennifer Coyle (via Deadline)
Matsuda made his directorial debut with Disney’s Inner Workings and previously worked on other beloved Disney films like Big Hero 6, Wreck-It Ralph and Zootopia. Apart from Disney, the animator’s most recently worked on Abominable for DreamWorks Animation and has an original animated feature Yokai Samba in development at Nickelodeon.