Neil Gaiman is teaming up with Sharad Devarajan, Sarena Khan, and Sujatha SV to pen an animated feature adaptation of Gaiman’s short story, “Cinnamon.”
Here’s the official synopsis for the project, which is also titled Cinnamon:
Born with pearl eyes that render her blind to the physical world, Cinnamon’s destiny is shaped forever when a mysterious talking tiger appears. Offering to lead her through the wonders and trials of the wild, Cinnamon begins a perilous adventure that will shape her path and test her resolve. She enters a hidden realm where the line between the mundane and the mystical is as thin as a whisper and where the ancient wisdom of India breathes life into a jungle thrumming with secrets.
“I am thrilled to be collaborating with Sharad Devarajan and his exceptional team on Cinnamon,” Gaiman said in a statement to Deadline. “Sharad’s passion for storytelling and his deep understanding of Indian culture and mythology makes him the perfect partner to bring this tale to life. Together, we are crafting a film that will transport audiences to a world of magic, wonder, and eternal truths, a story that celebrates the transformative power of compassion and the resilience of the human spirit. I cannot wait to share this incredible journey with animation fans around the world, old and new.”
“Neil Gaiman is one of the greatest storytellers of our time, if not all time. I am honored to bring his enchanting story of Cinnamon to audiences around the world,” added Devarajan. “Inspired by Indian fables, Cinnamon weaves together the timeless theme of dharma as a young princess embarks on a journey of courage and self-discovery. At its core, it explores the universal human experience of the eternal struggle between light and darkness.”
Animator Jeevan J. Kang will direct the feature. Producers are Gaiman and Cat Mithos via The Blank Corporation, and Khan and Kang for Graphic India. The project is still in its early days, so no news on when it will premiere.
