Actor Samuel L. Jackson has teamed with Gonzo studios to create a new live action film based on the "Afro Samurai" animated series.

Samuel L. Jackson, who has provided a voice for the animated miniseries, is also serving as executive producer of the upcoming film.

"This has been one of my very favorite properties ever since our amazing debut at Comic Con with the original series pilot out of Japan," Samuel L. Jackson said in a statement released today (July 21st). "I can't wait to produce the epic feature film version with our new partners at The Indomina Group."

Producers of the film are currently seeking a writer and director and expects to complete casting by the end of the year.

"Afro Samurai," film, which featured soundtracks originally produced by Wu-Tang Clan's RZA, is being produced by The Indomina Group.

"When Indomina was launched, 'Afro Samurai' was quickly identified as the perfect property for us to option and exploit through our vertical channels targeted to a fanboy audience," said Singh Mann. "We never took our eyes off the property and are very pleased to not only have the opportunity now to make an extraordinary film, but to do it with Samuel L. Jackson, who is just as passionate about 'Afro Samurai' as we are. This is a perfect collaboration in the eyes of Indomina. We look forward to going to work with Sam and Gonzo on this and making something discernibly unique."

According to reps, the film will be shot at Pinewood Indomina Studios in the Dominican Republic in 2012.

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