The queer-friendly film will be directed by Oscar nominee Minkyu Lee.
In the story established in the source material, crossing those lines is unheard of.
The young Aster, however, finds himself developing powers as a witch.
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It will also feature original music written byHaim.
Fox Animation had picked up the movie rights toThe Witch Boyin 2017, according toThe Hollywood Reporter.
But, with Fox now absorbed into the Walt Disney Company, a film version now lies at Netflix.
Ostertag followed up the firstWitch Boygraphic novel with sequel installments,The Hidden WitchandThe Midwinter Witch.
I am grateful to be creating this with the wonderful team at Netflix.
Roy Lee, Miri Yoon, and Ryan Harris will produce the movie.
