Distributor acquires the ill-fated live-action/3DCG hybrid film that was produced, then axed 15 months ago by Warner for a tax write-off rather than released in theaters.
Audiences may soon here “Beep Beep” at a local cinema, as distributor Ketchup Entertaiment has just acquired , the ill-fated live-action/3DCG hybrid film that was shelved by Warner Bros.Discovery in 2023 for a tax write-off, much to the anger of Hollywood and Looney Tunes fans, according to .
As reported 10 days ago, Ketchup was in talks to pick up the film reportedly for close to $50 million.Terms of the final deal were not announced.In a statement made today, Gareth West, CEO of Ketchup Entertainment, said, “We’re thrilled to have made a deal with Warner Bros.
Pictures to bring this film to audiences worldwide. is a perfect blend of nostalgia and modern storytelling, capturing the essence of the beloved Looney Tunes characters while introducing them to a new generation.We believe it will resonate with both longtime fans and newcomers alike.” is directed by Dave Green, with a screenplay by Samy Burch, James Gunn, and Jeremy Slater.Based on Ian Frazier’s 1990 humor article “Coyote v.
Acme,” the flick was adapted for the big screen by Burch.Mixing courtroom procedural and zany comedic elements, the story centers on a down-and-out billboard lawyer who decides to represent Wile.E.
Coyote in his lawsuit against ACME Corporation over its defective products.John Cena () stars alongside Lana Condor (), Will Forte (), P.J.Byrne (), and others.
The VFX were created by BUF, DNEG, Double Negative, Firebrand VFX, Framestore, Jellyfish Pictures, and Warner Brothers, with George Murphy acting as visual effects supervisor.Ketchup recently distributed Warner Bros.Discovery’s , which opened in theaters March 14.
Dan Sarto is Publisher and Editor-in-Chief of Animation World Network.
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