Blue Eye Samurai Creators Address All Those Thirsty TikTok Edits: ‘Is That A Compliment Or Are They Making Fun Of Us?’

As a passionate viewer who has seen a plethora of Netflix shows, I can confidently say that Blue Eye Samurai stands out as one of the most captivating and binge-worthy series on the platform today. The show’s unique blend of action, drama, and a strong female protagonist resonates with audiences of all ages, making it a true gem in the ever-growing sea of streaming content.

Among all the top-notch and hard-to-stop-watching series on Netflix, Blue Eye Samurai stands out as my favorite in countless aspects. I’m thrilled that a second season has been confirmed (and I can’t wait to stream it with my Netflix subscription once it drops). Frankly, the chances of a follow-up seemed slim initially, especially considering how often underappreciated shows on Netflix get axed – but then the floodgates opened for fan feedback, something that the creators were deeply appreciative of.

I’m indeed referring to how social media significantly boosted the popularity of a Netflix series titled “Blue Eye Samurai,” which centers around a female warrior of mixed race from Japan. This show gained significant traction when clips featuring the main character, Mizu, along with other characters, were shared on platforms such as TikTok, Twitter, and others starting from December 2023, extending into the beginning of the new year.

Following the adult animated series receiving a 2024 Primetime Emmy nomination for Outstanding Animated Program, I got an opportunity to chat with the co-creators (and real-life couple), Amber Noizumi and Michael Green. Of course, I had to inquire about the impact of social media on their show. Swiftly, Noizumi expressed their gratitude and stated that there’s nothing more rewarding than managing to engage the younger demographic today:

Indeed, we are deeply appreciative for their efforts. We’re incredibly thankful for those who perform these edits. Our daughter demonstrated them to us. She exclaimed, “Wow, it’s on my For You page!” And it’s truly astounding the impact some of these edits have…could there be any greater compliment than capturing the interest of young people in such a way?

Green concurred, expressing that although they aren’t very active on social media, they appreciate the edited content shared by their children and the topics that resonate with viewers regarding the show. Occasionally, some edits can be a bit puzzling, leading him to inquire if it’s a compliment or jest about the series from his kids, humorously remarking that “it’s both” on occasion.

It was really fun seeing what they gravitated to relationships. They seemed all about two characters finding each other or fighting each other, and they didn’t agree about what was the most important relationship either. It was great. It’s one of the most fun forms of engagement, but it’s something that’s very alien to me. We’re not really on social media. Our kids are, and we had to have them explain to us certain things. One of my favorite things I’ve had to ask: ‘Is this a compliment or are they making fun of us? I can’t tell.’ And it’s both.

Green has contributed to films such as “Logan”, “Alien: Covenant”, and “Blade Runner 2049” (which is set to continue in a TV series titled “Blade Runner 2099”), but I believe his most outstanding work can be found in “Blue Eye Samurai”. This, as evidenced by the numerous fan edits, is undoubtedly a project he has poured his passion into.

The second season of Blue Eye Samurai may show up on Netflix’s TV schedule at some point in the future. It might not be included in their 2024 TV premiere schedule, but it’s possible we’ll see it within the next year. When it does arrive, I’ll be all set to use my TikTok algorithm.

2024-08-14 23:07

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