Netflix has moved farther and faster in the animation game, with viewership this year Jojo’s Bizarre Adventure: Stone Ocean And the A vampire in the garden being a major exclusive to the streaming service. With anime in general continuing to draw from manga and light novels, WebTOON is also helping create some major TV projects. Such is the case with Netflix’s latest series, Lookism, which has become an instant hit for the platform, and the streaming service has just shared a new interview with the elusive creator, T. Jun.
Lookism It doesn’t revolve around battles that threaten to destroy the world or see its protagonist teleport to a magical realm, but rather sees its protagonist find himself in a somewhat unique situation. High school student Park Hyung-suk finds himself routinely bullied thanks in part to his obesity, but one day he discovers that when he falls asleep, he is given a completely new, game-changing body that catapults him to a new level of popularity while retaining his original mind.
Lookism interview
The official Netflix Twitter account on Twitter shared this new interview with the creator Lookismas the original WEBToon becomes a major new anime series for the streaming service:
T. John, creator of Lookism, sits down for an exclusive interview about his popular website and Netflix adaptation pic.twitter.com/ovzJzlpc6Y
– Netflix Anime (NetflixAnime) December 10, 2022
If you don’t have the chance to check out Netflix LookismHere’s how the platform describes both the anime adaptation and the franchise in general:
Currently serialized on LINE Manga and Naver WEBTOON, “Lookism” follows the protagonist as he works hard to live life against the backdrop of several social issues. It began serialization in 2014 and has garnered 8.7 billion views globally. Just like the original webtoon, the story of the anime series Lookism’ also deals with the exact appearance and materiality present in the lives of people living in modern society.
Unique character designers have brought the main characters of the original manga to life, giving them vivid voices, dynamic direction, and cool effects. With great episodes with a slightly different theme compared to the original manga, this series will provide excitement and new discoveries. Enjoy the story of Park Hyeong-seok as he overcomes diverse encounters and struggles and grows to pursue his dreams.”
The second season of Lookism It has yet to be confirmed for a second season, but with online comics still running to this day, there are plenty of tales awaiting adaptation after the success of the first season.
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