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Ari Aster Eyes TV: Horror Maestro Signs Media Res Deal
3 Mar
Summary
- Filmmaker Ari Aster and partner Lars Knudsen signed a two-year deal.
- Square Peg will develop and produce TV series projects for Media Res.
- This marks Aster and Knudsen's first television venture since 2019.
Filmmaker Ari Aster, celebrated for his distinctive cinematic voice, and his producing partner Lars Knudsen have established a new partnership with Media Res. The independent studio, recognized for its work on "The Morning Show" and "Pachinko," has signed a two-year first-look deal with Aster and Knudsen's production company, Square Peg.
Under this agreement, Square Peg will focus on developing and producing television series. This collaboration marks a significant step into the television landscape for Aster and Knudsen, who founded Square Peg in 2019. The company has previously backed Aster's critically acclaimed features, including "Hereditary," "Midsommar," and "Beau Is Afraid."
Media Res founder Michael Ellenberg expressed excitement about the collaboration, highlighting Aster and Knudsen's proven ability to produce groundbreaking work and their high ambitions for television. Aster and Knudsen echoed this enthusiasm, citing Media Res's reputation for bold creative choices and a commitment to high-quality storytelling that aligns with their own sensibilities.
