MARVEL DIRECTOR TO HELM LIVE-ACTION NARUTO FILM - SHOULD FANS BE EXCITED

The live-action film adaptation of "Naruto" is moving forward with a newly attached director, Destin Daniel Cretton, known for his work on Marvel's "Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings". Despite the attached talent, including screenwriter Tasha Huo and the original manga creator Masashi Kishimoto's endorsement, skepticism remains given the mixed receptions of other live-action adaptations such as Netflix's "One Piece" and "Avatar: The Last Airbender". While some iconic moments from the "Naruto" anime are challenging to replicate in live-action, the driving force behind this adaptation seems to be financial rather than creative passion. There is no release date set for the Naruto movie as it is still early in development.

Destin Daniel Cretton, known for directing "Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings", is set to direct the live-action "Naruto" movie.

"Naruto" is a widely popular anime and manga series created by Masashi Kishimoto. It follows the story of a young ninja, Naruto Uzumaki, who seeks recognition from his peers and dreams of becoming the Hokage, the leader of his village. The series is known for its rich character development, complex storylines, and elaborate fight scenes. It has spawned numerous movies, video games, and merchandise, making it a significant part of the anime culture globally.