Not be outdone by Amazon and Netflix, both of which have scooped up new films at Sundance, Apple is now getting in on the action. Deadline reports that the company has acquired the rights to the musical drama Flora and Son from director John Carney. It’s particularly notable because a previous Sundance acquisition from Apple, CODA, went on to win best picture at the 2022 Oscars.
Niantic has had a tough time following up Pokémon Go, but today the company is taking its next stab at another hit with NBA All World, a location-based basketball game where you collect NBA stars. No word on the best pokéball for snagging Luka. It’s out today on iOS and Android.
After picking up the rights to the horror film Run Rabbit Run, Netflix has made another acquisition at the Sundance Film Festival, snagging the psychological thriller Fair Play, helmed by writer and director Chloe Domont. Deadline reports the deal is “in the $20 million range.”
This week’s new releases includes the return of Persona 3 and Persona 4, both of which are now available on modern consoles. Elsewhere, Fire Emblem Engage brings tactical combat (and a disappointing story) to the Switch, and Netflix has the latest film from the director of Train to Busan along with an anime anthology of Junji Ito horror stories.
Also! We’re in the midst of covering the Sundance Film Festival, so stay tuned to the hub below for all of the latest.
