Keanu Reeveshas found his next project and no, it won’t be anotherJohn Wickstory. The actor is set to star in an adaptation ofBRZRKR, the comic book series created by the performer. The story follows a warrior who has lived for thousands of years. The curse of immortality has led “B” to fight against unimaginable terrors across time. But just when everything seems meaningless, B will be given the opportunity to go down a path that will reveal the truth about his condition and how to stop it. The stage has been set for a new hero to become a part of Keanu Reeves' legendary legacy.
The Hollywood Reporterhas revealed that Netflix has hiredJustin Linas the director ofBRZRKR. The filmmaker is known for his work on theFast and Furiousfranchise, where Lin changed the landscape of the franchise almost two decades ago with the release ofThe Fast and the Furious: Tokyo Drift. Justin Lin has continued to work on the blockbuster franchise ever since. The director’s influence was needed in the latest installment of the series,Fast X, where Lin worked as both a producer and a writer for the sequel. Now it’s time for Justin Lin to direct his attention towards a different action-packed narrative.
BRZRKRmanaged to become a major hit as a comic book before one of the biggest streaming platforms in the world decided it could become an entertaining film. The first issue of the story sold over 600,000 copies, immediately turning it into a smash hit.Ron GarneyandMatt Kindtworked alongside Keanu Reeves in order to turn the actor’s ideas into a comic book readers from all over the world could enjoy.
The Writer of the ‘BRZRKR’ Adaptation
Netflix has already hired a writer who will be responsible for bringing the story ofBRZRKRfrom the page to the screen.Mattson Tomlinwas selected by the studio. The writer has been very busy coming up with the story for the sequel toThe BatmanalongsideMatt Reeves. The upcoming sequel will mark the return ofRobert Pattinsonas Gotham City’s savior, with fans eagerly awaiting to learn more about the premise of the movie. Mattson Tomlin is ready to adapt a very different kind of comic book for the screen. Will Keanu Reeves' protagonist be able to learn more about the condition that doesn’t allow him to die? Viewers will find out once Netflix producesBRZRKR.
A release date forBRZRKRhasn’t been set by Netflix. Stay tuned to Collider for more updates.
Source:The Hollywood Reporter
