Forum - View topic
NEWS: Keanu Reeves to Star in Dwarf Studios' Full-Length Stop-Motion Samurai Film Hidari




Note: this is the discussion thread for this article

Anime News Network Forum Index -> Site-related -> Talkback
View previous topic :: View next topic  
Author Message
NieR



Joined: 29 Apr 2012
Posts: 262
PostPosted: Sun May 17, 2026 5:14 pm Reply with quote
Stop motion films Hidari and Sunny have become my most anticipated films to watch for the end of the 2020s, along with Cartoon Saloon's Kindred Spirits in 2028.

Though they may actually release at the start of the 2030s for whenever they get licensed for theaters and home video release.
Back to top
View user's profile Send private message
JoseNewton



Joined: 18 May 2026
Posts: 1
PostPosted: Mon May 18, 2026 2:56 am Reply with quote
I’m really excited for these stop-motion projects too. The animation style already looks unique and refreshing compared to most modern releases.

Hopefully the long wait will be worth it, because stop-motion usually takes a huge amount of time and effort to produce properly.
Back to top
View user's profile Send private message
dm
Subscriber



Joined: 24 Sep 2010
Posts: 1710
PostPosted: Mon May 18, 2026 1:04 pm Reply with quote
I remember the Kickstarter for this (which was a “help us get out the gate”, not “we’ll promise you a finished project” offering). I can’t help but believe Keanu Reeves’ involvement will bring serious funding to the production.
Back to top
View user's profile Send private message
Sven Viking



Joined: 09 May 2005
Posts: 1058
PostPosted: Mon May 18, 2026 9:39 pm Reply with quote
I wonder if he gave them a good rate because it’s an interesting project. Just seems like this could otherwise eat up a lot of the budget on a full-length stop-motion film. But yeah, then again, maybe the extra publicity could earn more than the cost.
Back to top
View user's profile Send private message Visit poster's website
Display posts from previous:   
Reply to topic    Anime News Network Forum Index -> Site-related -> Talkback All times are GMT - 5 Hours
Page 1 of 1

 


Powered by phpBB © 2001, 2005 phpBB Group