Legion Insider #046
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Development Diaries
The latest updates on Legion M's projects in development!
Simon Pegg, Minnie Driver join Nandor Fodor & The Talking Mongoose
Two weeks ago we announced that Legion M had attached to the dark comedy Nandor Fodor & The Talking Mongoose, directed by Adam Sigal. Last week, we were thrilled to reveal that the roles of para-psychologist Nandor Fodor and his assistant Anne would be played by none other than Simon Pegg and Minnie Driver, respectively. If you’re local to the UK (or up for a trip) click here to sign up for set visits or opportunities to be an extra in the film!
Kit Harington, Clara Rugaard to star in Mary’s Monster
Legion M has signed on to Executive Produce this psychological thriller alongside Fulwell 73 & Rose Pictures. BAFTA award-winning director Farren Blackburn (Daredevil [Marvel], The Fades [BBC], Golden-Globe winning Luther) will helm the project with Rose Ganguzza of Rose Pictures, Leo Pearlman and Heather Greenwood of Fulwell 73 serving as producers, with Legion M serving as Executive Producer. View a discussion about the project with the creative team here.
Legion of Comedy
Now is your chance to tell us who you’d like to see host this comedy project that we’re developing with National Lampoon. We’re actively reaching out to comedy reps as we start to package this project, so please keep your terrific ideas coming. Thank you to everyone who has already submitted ideas.
Ghosts of Manhattan
This week, we had an "all hands on deck" meeting about the best way to get this stylistic coal-punk story told as an animated feature film and have decided to shoot a sales trailer (aka sizzle reel) to show off our vision for its radical visual style that will complement the awesome story we have already developed. We can give you a hint that the visuals will be UNREAL!
Talent Outreach
We are always looking for ways to work with extraordinary talent that we feel the Legion will get behind, so, we’ve set a meeting with showruner extraordinaire Joe Mallozzi, Executive Producer of Stargate SG-1, Stargate: Atlantis, Dark Matter, and Utopia Falls! We are going to discuss some of the projects he is working on and will also be talking to him about some of the classic science fiction IP that we are looking to develop. We are so excited to find a project to work on with Joe!
We Got A Booth at San Diego Comic Con 2022
After 6 long years on the waitlist, we’ve finally landed a booth on the convention floor at SDCC. If you're planning to attend the con this year please drop by and see us at Booth #3917.
ISA Summer 2022 Screenplay Competition
Legion M has partnered with ISA (International Screenwriters’ Association) for their Summer 2022 Screenplay Competition. The development team will read 4 of the top screenplays and one screenwriter will be selected from those finalists for a meeting with the Legion M Development Execs to discuss their project. Submit your screenplays in either the Feature or Pilot category for a chance to win a myriad of prizes. Use special code TRLGM15 and receive $15 off your entry fee. Final Deadline For Entry May 26.
Legion M at TEDxSOHO
TEDxSoho is Monday, May 30th at The Cambridge Theatre in London. It's 16 inspirational talks on "Ideas Worth Sharing" including one by Legion M's own Paul Scanlan on the power of digital communities and our Legion M movement. This is not one to miss! Get all the details here.
The X Podcast
Check out Co-Founder and CEO Paul Scanlan on The X podcast as he talks about all things Legion M, plus how technology is changing the industry and so much more! Available now on your favorite platforms including Apple Podcasts and Google Podcasts.
Investor Spotlight
This week we’re highlighting Legion M Investor Cynthia Hummel !
Hometown: Glenwood
Why do you love Legion M? Love the Fan Owned idea!! Awesome to participate by investing. Enjoy Film Scout!
What's your all time favorite movie or TV show? The X-files
Favorite movie quote to live by? Funny, Ha Ha... Or Funny Peculiar?
What is it about movies that inspires you? Fiction—allows you to see things in different ways you might not have considered. Nonfiction—interesting to see how others behave, react, think... in real life situations.
What is your profession/bio? Caretaker
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