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Story summary
- Tracie Laymon, a filmmaker, will write and direct a Mattel Studios live-action film, 'Tony the Tattooed Man,' reimagining the 1992 action figure with temporary tattoos.
- Laymon aims for a character-driven drama blending surreal fantasy.
- Mattel Studios head Robbie Brenner praises Laymon for empathy and second chances.
- Laymon's previous film, 'Bob Trevino Likes It,' won awards at 2024 SXSW Film Festival; Mattel also plans live-action Monster High and Masters of the Universe projects.
