A live-action Naruto movie is in the works, and while it could pan out better than expected, there are some serious challenges to adapting Masashi Kishimoto’s manga and its anime for the big screen. Naruto is one of the “Big Three” anime alongside One Piece and Bleach, and its popularity makes it ripe for a live-action adaptation. However, the fact that Naruto is so well-loved is a double-edged sword. While an adaptation will have a built-in audience, those established fans are likely to be extra critical if the movie doesn’t do the source material justice.
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Author: Amanda Mullen
