Jorge Gutierrez is bringing more fun to Netflix. Per Cartoon Brew, the streaming service has announced a new feature film, I, Chihuahua, from the director of the hit series Maya and the Three. The synopsis of the film can be read below!
The film is the first project in a deal that Gutierrez, signed with Netflix in 2020, where himself and production company Mexopolis will be creating original content for the streaming platform. This deal includes the production of films, shows, and interactive projects that could range from preschool-aged children to adult animation! Gutierrez had this to say in a statement on the new deal with Netflix.
Lucha Love!
Maya and the Three from Netflix
I, Chihuahua’s script will be written by Gutierrez, Doug Langdale, and Candie Kelty Langdale. The film will also be produced by Gabriel “Fluffy” Iglesias and Tim Yoon. Iglesias, who previously worked with Gutierrez in The Book of Life and Maya and the Three, expressed excitement to work with the director. This time, however, he will be taking center stage as Chacho the star Chihuahua.
Gutierrez has a long history of colorful, inspired, and unique animation. One of the stand-out aspects of his projects, which also include 2014’s The Book of Life and the Nickelodeon cartoon El Tigre: The Adventures of Manny Rivera, that he always finds a way to add some love and appreciation for Mexico and Mexican culture. According to Gutierrez’s statement on the project, I, Chihuahua will be no different!
