Netflix’s ‘Gundam’ Star Officially Reveals How Sydney Sweeney Changed a Scene in Just “5 Seconds” [Exclusive]
Sydney Sweeney is set to star in Netflix's live-action adaptation of the Japanese anime franchise "Gundam", one of several high-profile projects lined up for the actor following the box-office success of "The Housemaid". Cast member Michael Mando, speaking to Collider, praised director Jim Mickle's leadership on set and offered new details about the production, which wrapped filming in Australia one to two months ago ahead of its expected release next year.
Mando, who joins a cast including Jason Isaacs, Noah Centineo, Nonso Anozie and Shioli Kutsuna, described Mickle as a collaborative and generous filmmaker who elevated the atmosphere on set. He also teased the film's action sequences, revealing that cast members were suspended on wires to film zero-gravity space scenes, in keeping with the source material created by Yoshiyuki Tomino and Hajime Yatate. Sweeney, meanwhile, continues to build a packed slate, including a Christmas 2027 sequel to "The Housemaid", which grossed over $400 million.
In short
- Netflix's "Gundam" film, starring Sydney Sweeney, wrapped filming in Australia
- Co-star Michael Mando praised director Jim Mickle's collaborative style
- Cast filmed zero-gravity wire-work scenes; release expected next year
Explained simply
"Gundam" is a decades-old Japanese animated franchise known for giant robots and space-based storylines, with a devoted global fanbase. Netflix is now producing its first live-action film adaptation, bringing the long-established series to audiences in a new format.
Sydney Sweeney is an actor whose profile has risen significantly following the commercial success of "The Housemaid", which earned over $400 million worldwide. Her involvement in the live-action Gundam film is among several major projects she has lined up for the coming years.
The film, directed by Jim Mickle, recently wrapped shooting in Australia and is scheduled for release next year. It features an ensemble cast including Jason Isaacs, Noah Centineo and Nonso Anozie.
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