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Destin Daniel Cretton signs three-year film deal with Sony Pictures

The Hollywood Reporter reports that the filmmaker signed a deal with Sony Pictures to produce projects through Hisako Films.

The short version

  • Destin Daniel Cretton has signed a three-year overall deal with Sony Pictures to develop feature film projects.[The Hollywood Reporter]
  • The agreement operates through his production company, Hisako Films, alongside company president Jeyun Munford.[The Hollywood Reporter]
  • The pact excludes directing duties, meaning Cretton is not currently attached to direct a Spider-Man sequel under the agreement.[The Hollywood Reporter]

Key facts

  • Destin Daniel Cretton signed a three-year overall film production deal with Sony Pictures through Hisako Films.[The Hollywood Reporter]
  • The overall deal with Sony Pictures specifically excludes directing services.[The Hollywood Reporter]
  • Cretton is scheduled to direct a live-action adaptation of Naruto for Lionsgate next year.[The Hollywood Reporter]

What remains uncertain

  • It is unconfirmed whether Cretton will return to direct a follow-up to Spider-Man: Brand New Day for Sony.[The Hollywood Reporter]

Sources

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