Paramount has announced the start of shooting in New Zealand on the long-gestating live-action film version of the classic Manga, Ghost In The Shell. The image shows Scarlett Johansson in the lead role.
The accompanying press release adds, ‘Based on the internationally-acclaimed sci-fi property, “GHOST IN THE SHELL” follows the Major, a special ops, one-of-a-kind human-cyborg hybrid, who leads the elite task force Section 9. Devoted to stopping the most dangerous criminals and extremists, Section 9 is faced with an enemy whose singular goal is to wipe out Hanka Robotic’s advancements in cyber technology.’
They’ve also announced a marketing partnership with the New Zealand Film Commission (NZFC), Tourism New Zealand (TNZ), Callaghan Innovation and the Ministry of Business Innovation and Employment (MBIE) which recognizes the significant economic, cultural and industry development benefits the production will bring to New Zealand. The collaboration will further promote New Zealand’s growing screen industry, develop local talent and showcase New Zealand to the rest of the world.
Rupert Sanders (Snow White and the Huntsman) is directing the movie, which is due in cinemas March 2017.
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