Last week news broke that Image Comics’ “Proof” had been optioned by Kickstart Entertainment with intent to make it an animated series. “Futurama” writer Evan Gore was named as the potential writer for a pilot and comic book film veteran Samuel L. Jackson was rumored to star. However, since the report came from an anonymous source, there was a distinct lack of, well… proof.
Fortunately, “Proof” writer, letterer and co-creator Alex Grecian was willing to not only confirm the news, but also to share some insights into an animated world showcasing supernatural species and sasquatch action.
Grecian said he was flattered when Kickstart Entertainment, known for bringing Mark Millar’s “Wanted” to the big screen, reached out to him after taking a look at he and co-creator Riley Rossmo’s handiwork. Things progressed quickly, with Gore consulting Grecian on the show’s blueprint.
“I’ve read his treatment for the...
Fortunately, “Proof” writer, letterer and co-creator Alex Grecian was willing to not only confirm the news, but also to share some insights into an animated world showcasing supernatural species and sasquatch action.
Grecian said he was flattered when Kickstart Entertainment, known for bringing Mark Millar’s “Wanted” to the big screen, reached out to him after taking a look at he and co-creator Riley Rossmo’s handiwork. Things progressed quickly, with Gore consulting Grecian on the show’s blueprint.
“I’ve read his treatment for the...
- 7/7/2009
- by Caleb Goellner
- MTV Splash Page
Comics2Film is reporting that Kickstart Entertainment has optioned “Proof” from Image Comics, as an animated television series. The site is also reporting that Samuel L. Jackson is attached to the project. The comic book was created by Alex Grecian and Riley Rossmo and focuses on operatives of the mysterious organization known as The Lodge, led in the field by John “Proof” Prufrock, a sasquatch. Proof and the other members of The Lodge investigate cases of fabled creatures called “cryptids” such as the Chupacabra, lake monsters, and thunderbirds. Evan Gore of “Futurama” fame will be writing the pilot’s script. Stay tuned for more news right here at Shockya.com. By Costa Koutsoutis (Source: [...]...
- 7/2/2009
- by Costa Koutsoutis
- ShockYa
With comic books such as “Human Target” and “Fables” heading to the small screen, it’s only a matter of time before television gives movie theaters a run for its money in terms of graphic novel fare. If you need further proof of that claim, look no further than “Proof.”
Comics2Film is reporting that Kickstart Entertainment has optioned Image Comics’ “Proof” as an animated television series. According to the site’s anonymous source, Samuel L. Jackson is attached to the project and could provide the voice of the lead character.
The comic book, created by Alex Grecian and Riley Rossmo, focuses on John “Proof” Prufrock, a government-employed sasquatch that investigates cases of fabled creatures called “cryptids.” These monsters have long been rumored, but their existence remains unproven — which is where Proof comes in.
According to the report, Evan Gore of “Futurama” fame will script the pilot episode of the series.
Comics2Film is reporting that Kickstart Entertainment has optioned Image Comics’ “Proof” as an animated television series. According to the site’s anonymous source, Samuel L. Jackson is attached to the project and could provide the voice of the lead character.
The comic book, created by Alex Grecian and Riley Rossmo, focuses on John “Proof” Prufrock, a government-employed sasquatch that investigates cases of fabled creatures called “cryptids.” These monsters have long been rumored, but their existence remains unproven — which is where Proof comes in.
According to the report, Evan Gore of “Futurama” fame will script the pilot episode of the series.
- 6/30/2009
- by Josh Wigler
- MTV Splash Page
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