Multi-talented filmmaker Edgar Wright has signed on to direct a DreamWorks animated film which is centered on the concept of shadows. Wright will also co-write with David Walliams.
DreamWorks Animation co-presidents of feature animation Bonnie Arnold and Mireille Soria said Wright will "spearhead a new approach to this fascinating concept and we're ecstatic to have him on board as director along with David as co-writer."
According to an article on HollywoodReporter.com, the Dreamworks Animation heads said they have always "been intrigued by a film concept involving shadows" and are now positive their audiences will be treated to a "truly captivating and energetic tale" with Wright at the helm.
DreamWorks Animation's head of development Gregg Taylor and development executive Damon Ross are overseeing the project for the studio.
Wright, who is known for "The World's End" and "Shaun of the Dead", also has a project with Johnny Depp based on Neil Gaiman's "Fortunately, the Milk".
This DreamWorks Animation project will be his first animated film.