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Jane Wu Joins Verve for Representation After Success of ‘Blue Eye Samurai’

John Dody
03/23/24 5:33PM

Exciting news in the entertainment industry as Jane Wu, the Supervising Director and Producer of the acclaimed Netflix series ‘Blue Eye Samurai,’ signs with Verve for representation. This development comes on the heels of the announcement of the show’s second season and Wu’s promotion to Executive Producer.

🏆 Annie Award-Winning Series: ‘Blue Eye Samurai,’ known for its captivating storyline and stellar voice cast including Maya Erskine, Kenneth Branagh, Randall Park, and George Takei, has garnered critical acclaim and achieved a 100% critics rating on Rotten Tomatoes since its debut. Wu’s leadership and creative vision have played a pivotal role in the series’ success.

🎥 Martial Arts Expertise: Wu’s background in martial arts and her experience as a storyboard artist for notable films such as ‘Mulan,’ ‘Spider-Man: Into the Spiderverse,’ and ‘Shang-Chi,’ as well as TV series like ‘Game of Thrones’ and ‘House of the Dragon,’ showcase her versatility and expertise in both animated and live-action productions.

🔥 Continued Success: In her new role with Verve, Wu will not only continue directing multiple episodes of ‘Blue Eye Samurai’ Season 2 but also collaborate closely with creators Michael Green and Amber Noizumi. Her contributions as an Executive Producer will further elevate the series and solidify her position as a key player in the entertainment industry.

With Wu’s talent and vision driving the success of ‘Blue Eye Samurai’ and her impressive portfolio spanning across animated and live-action projects, her partnership with Verve sets the stage for continued innovation and excellence in storytelling. Fans can anticipate even more captivating content from Wu’s creative endeavors in the future.

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