Taika Waititi is a director and writer known for his unique visual style and clever storytelling. Waititi has made a name for himself in the film industry with critically acclaimed movies such as Thor: Ragnarok and What We Do in the Shadows. His latest project, Time Bandits, is a reimagining of the 1981 cult classic film of the same name.
The show follows the story of Kevin, an 11-year-old boy who joins a group of eccentric time-traveling thieves on a quest for treasure and adventure. As a director... Waititi is known for his attention to detail and his ability to bring complex characters to ---. Waititi's unique visual style and sense of humor have made him a beloved and respected figure in the film industry.
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Time Bandits reimagines Terry Gilliam's 1981 cult classic film as a 10-part series. Directed and co-written by Taika Waititi , the plot centres around Kevin (Kal-El Tuck), an 11-year-old history enthusiast who unexpectedly comes across a ragtag group of time-travelling thieves. This eccentric group, equipped with a mystical map, journeys through various historical epochs, looking for invaluable loot. Kevin, whose room turns out to be a time portal, joins the bandits on a dangerous quest not just for treasure but also to save his family and, ultimately, the world. The show also stars Lisa Kudrow, Rachel House, Jemaine Clement and Waititi himself.
An adaptation of Ko Shinjo's novel, this Japanese crime drama revolves around a cunning group of land scammers who orchestrate an elaborate and high-stakes real estate fraud in Tokyo. Spearheaded by the charismatic Takumi Tsujimoto and the shrewd mastermind Harison Yamanaka, the swindlers aim to deceive wealthy investors and authorities alike. Their target is prime real estate valued at 10 billion yen, and the team employs a variety of tactics, from forging documents to elaborate schemes involving bribery and manipulation, to secure their fortunes. As the operation unfolds, tension mounts, exposing the intricate web of deceit and personal dynamics within the group.
