NETFLIX has acquired exclusive global rights to the animated pic
KLAUS, the directorial debut for
Sergio Pablos, who wrote the story and is the co-creator of “Despicable Me.”
The all-star voice cast includes
Jason Schwartzman,
Rashida Jones,
J.K. Simmons, and
Joan Cusack.
The film is a Christmas family comedy that tells the story of a desperate postman who inadvertently brings about the genesis of Santa Claus. The screenplay is written by Pablos, Zach Lewis, and Jim Mahoney, based on an original story by Pablos.
“How is it possible there’s no story about the origin of Santa Claus?,” Pablos said.
“He’s one of the most well-known and loved characters in the world! We felt this was a story that needed to be told and that there was no better way than with animation.”
Tanguy Olivier, Gustavo Ferrada, and Marisa Roman are serving as producers. The film is co-produced by Pablos’ animation studio SPA Studios and Atresmedia Cine, and executive produced by Jinko Gotoh.
The movie blends
traditional and
modern animation and includes
innovative techniques such as complex, interactive lighting and the use of advanced texturing capabilities. Toon Boom Harmony will provide strategic technological support.
The film will be available globally in
2019.
FINALLY !!! It feels like ages since the project was first announced. I can't wait to see the end result, using this technology that looks very promising.