As someone who grew up with a View-Master in hand, I can’t help but feel a rush of nostalgia at the news of a live-action movie adaptation! The memories of peering into those iconic reels, transported to far-off lands and fantastical realms, are etched deeply within me.
A film based on the well-known View-Master stereoscope, produced by Sony Pictures, Escape Artists, and Mattel, is currently being developed as a live-action production.
Although no particulars about the movie’s storyline or actors have been disclosed yet, Mattel announced in a press statement that this film will be a “four-quadrant family adventure.” The View-Master, initially launched in 1939, has been known for transporting its audience across the globe with its 3D image reels. This device has offered realms of imagination and storytelling to every explorer at heart. Kevin McKeon, Arturo Thur de Koós, Todd Black, Jason Blumenthal, Steve Tisch, and Tony Shaw are the producers for this project.
Robbie Brenner, head of Mattel Films, expressed that View-Master has ignited journeys without end for countless generations by providing a rich source of storytelling opportunities for movies. He’s excited about collaborating with Sony Pictures Entertainment and Escape Artists’ Todd Black to breathe life into this Mattel brand. Their innovative creativity and filmmaking skills promise an updated interpretation of this cherished toy, making it accessible to audiences worldwide.
Escape Artists’ Black commented, ‘View-Master has always served as a gateway to the world’s marvels, igniting curiosity in both children and adults. By collaborating with Robbie Brenner and Mattel Films, we have the opportunity to preserve its rich history while crafting a fresh, exciting story for modern viewers. We’re thrilled to translate this beloved toy’s spirit of discovery onto the movie screen.’
Stay tuned for an official trailer and release date.
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2024-10-17 12:56