UA:LA Pilot Episode 0 -- My Hero Academia Conceptual Spin Off

[@AliTaimurXV]

Friendly reminder that the Director of this short is the Action Designer on Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings

[@AliTaimurXV]

@@drzcalderon3921 RivenX3i is the action designer, his real name is Christopher Cowan

[@tweeters211]

Cowan was also a camera operator on Kingsman, Solo, and The Witcher

[@tweeters211]

By the way, Backtrack ie. Gui Dasilva, was the stunt double for Black Panther in Civil War

[@sid8823]

@@drzcalderon3921 you should watch 'Corridor Crew' Today they put a video where Christopher reacts to Action scenes, thats how i came to this channel. They also have videos with Gui reacting to stunt scenes. We get to know a lot about these behind the scenes people there and how things work.

[@TheBestShirt]

also did wonderwoman

[@ayanamcr.7303]

The fact that the fighting doesn’t look cringey or awkward makes this awesome.

[@the_beeconsumer103]

I know

[@RusticB]

@Imaru Lewis and every other character in this is a professional Stuntman also! And the director worked as action camera on all the Kingsman movies

[@abrarnoorani8385]

I wouldnt mind if this get licenced and turned into a full anime

[@atree5915]

factssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssss

[@fanpaixiaofendui]

太帅了 nb

[@princejaythethird8393]

He said, “Get to school, study hard and reach your goal on becoming a pro hero. Because that’s when I’ll take it all from you.” And that was the best threat ever made.

[@trevorpoole6471]

It's some Slade from the animated Teen Titans level threat.

[@rai4119]

Right? every time I come back here I forget that line, so every time he says it I'm just reminded that this is *not* someone to be fucked with

[@ramzajp]

Man, when is this coming back….

[@donnamitsuki281]

This live action based on anime is good because of two things: 1) actual passion put into it. 2) it's based on the _concept_ instead of trying to be a copy-paste of the original product. *_And that makes me want more of it_*

[@hoodis9744]

Donatelia Sakura you’re damn right

[@adamc222]

Davon Alberty pretty sure he was comparing it to live action movies based off anime

[@bot7070]

This is to anime what Scott Pilgrim is to comic books/games

[@CruiserDynasty]

The draw backs are 1 they want it to be live action and anime at the same time and 2 they want to put there own fan style to it while wanting to have the style of the story. Im down for fan mad stuff but you need to pick what style you'r after. In my oppinion if you pick to include everything then you have to be insainly good or itll suck.

[@bryanwoods3373]

My only argument against this is how many people still go on about Light of Hope as a good live-action adaptation of DBZ. Even the fan production admits it's whole cloth adapted from History of Trunks.

[@Evilofhumanity]

2 years and *NO* live action has ever come close to this, You guys *Really* outdid yourselves!!

[@kuroarts6139]

That's because they haven't *made* a live action!!

[@2j-light]

@@kuroarts6139 their talking about live action anime/manga adaptations. Even then I would say in terms of action the Roroni Kenshin movies are incredibly well choreographed. But I’m hard pressed to fined anything else around this level of polish.

[@kuroarts6139]

Listen, it's easy enough to make 10 or so minute of a fight scene but a fully planned out 1-2 hour live action with a plot? Not so much. Even the dialogue was cringey at times. Even if this man did make a live action you would still assess it on different standards because it's a fan project. You can't really compare it to live actions with that level of differentiation and bias.

[@Evilofhumanity]

@@kuroarts6139 I was actually refferring to the fight scenes, but the thing is, yes, they were only trying to work on the fight scenes. But my problem with other live actions stems from the fact that they do a shitty job at following the source material (Most of the time), not really the fight scenes. And if whoever is in charge gives more time and puts in a little more money, the fight scenes can actually be good like this. If these people decided to make a live action, yes it would be a fan project, but I feel like it would be better because they wouldn't do any of the dumb things I mentioned like not looking into source material enough and giving themselves the proper amount of time to make the special effects work. I feel like the only problem would be the lines being cringey, but that's a problem with live action as a whole, not just one or two works (Lines they say in anime are always cooler in Anime, but in real life? Meh...)

[@2j-light]

Not even looking at anime look at Ms. Marvel and Kenobi. We’re talking Disney productions who can’t even get this stuff to look as good as what these guys did here. They also have all the cringe in the world in their writing.

[@gryxz6950]

This guys should have directed and produced those live action anime movies

[@kizunaga9745]

Talented people

[@josephorelien3192]

He's done work in movies like Kingsman. There is a lot he has done and man he's good

[@jackerace]

Agreed!

[@romerobert2981]

Bruh for reaalllll

[@axelschakram3516]

Gryxz big agree

[@ak-8585]

I watch anime for over 30 years. No live action adaptation ever managed to chanel the emotions as well as this short film. Excellent work.

[@NghiaNguyen-hq2im]

30 years?!?! Damn

[@ak-8585]

@@NghiaNguyen-hq2im Yeah... My first was Taro the dragon boy (Tatsu no ko Taro). The 80's had quite good anime. Plawres Sanshiro, Saber rider, Voltron etc...

[@rinreborn7364]

I spotted a boomer

[@badmoodism]

Senpai 😘😘

[@technomad123]

How old are you my dude

[@alexandradaniels6048]

So as a fellow writer: the most impressive thing here’s that they DON’T copy and paste the original storyline. They build on it. They honestly improve it. They make it better. More human. I love this stuff. PLEASE MAKE THIS LEGENDARY. (The studio that owns the rights to MHA)

[@alexandradaniels6048]

And Riven, if you need some help getting that message to the right people. I know a guy. Let me know

[@Axxidous]

@@alexandradaniels6048 Bro the director is a stunt coordinator/director for actual films. The main character in this is a stuntman for actual films. You see him on Corridor Crew all the time as a guest, commentating on stunts and scenes in different films including ones he's been in. He's freakin Black Panther in the MCU. lol

[@Meow_Meow_Hurts_Real_Bad]

@@Axxidous He also directed some stunts for Shang Chi, apparently...cool pal.

[@reiterhilfe3526]

The young adult class is a really nice touch as well, like Gentle could really use those class to improve his quirk in the past

[@defmore5099]

so why isn't he associated with the netflix live action series? Oh i know. they don't wanna make anything good.

[@wujimonexant1974]

I just realized that most of the cast are compressed of stuntman and pro actors. And the director worked on Rogue One and Kingsman. GOOODNESS.

[@DJayCubbz]

Wuji Monexant literally noticed this right before I read ur comment

[@null2877]

Danggg

[@jp0678]

Well, here are some of the shows/movies he worked on the past 4 years: kzbin.info/www/bejne/d3S3ZqqXarqMY7c

[@pablofabela9004]

Didn't notice this until my brother pointed it out. That guy who plays the leader is from the movie Holes.

[@fr1e184]

YOOOOOOOO ITS ZER0

[@nlivvli2075]

See Hollywood? Is it that hard to satisfy fans and make a good adaptation? These guys did it without a huge budget.

[@Monarch_04]

Hollywood adaptations suck bc they try to recreate the whole story with a spin that makes no sense... Take dragon ball for instance

[@ktofficial4945]

@@Monarch_04 but this KZbin video does have a spin and it’s still good

[@alpharac167]

@@ktofficial4945 Because his youtube video takes place somewhere else. Honestly the idea is actually pretty freaking awesome. LA UA would make a bad ass story and how all the major league heroes are in Japan leaving America and the rest of the world in a great battle of good and evil.

[@whymustyoudisagree9158]

Bruhh people see shit fan made adaptations and call it masterpiece 😂🤣🤣 but when Hollywood makes a good movie you lot trash on it smh

[@kayhutton9181]

@@whymustyoudisagree9158 so you don’t think this is good

[@itsyahboigabby9728]

Netflix take note: THIS IS HOW A LIVE ACTION SHOULD BE

[@live_and_lol]

*YES*

[@claytondj9540]

When is the next episode?

[@uncledaddy231]

😂😂Yessss

[@live_and_lol]

@@claytondj9540 Give it a little bit of time. These things take a while.

[@simonmartin1060]

Damn yeah

[@darhliadeeben609]

Quirks:💯💯 Acting:💯💯 Cinematography:💯💯💯🔥🔥 I regret not finding this masterpiece sooner

[@PierreMcCray]

worst part about finding it back when it released is waiting so long to still never get any more

[@mritchie2.0]

Fr

[@dargo5025]

Damn, they even took the time to add the little mannerisms and “quirks” in their character. A lot of heart went into this. All pointed at what made the original incredible. Huge respect.

[@RivenX3i]

Hey what's up everyone! Just wanted to give you all an update with all of the UA:LA questions coming in. We're still actively trying to pitch the idea to the powers that be. We have an entire first season outlined with a ton of new classmates, teachers and villains that we hope to one day bring to you all. Unfortunately, we can't just continue the series ourselves because it would take too much time, effort & money (sadly, we all have to work haha). After finishing the UA pilot during the summer in LA, I had to head off to work in Sydney beginning last November (though I can't legally say for which movie). I'll be out here until around mid May -- But I'm planning on doing a short fight scene (for fun over a weekend or two) while I'm out here with a few of the talented martial arts performers that I've been fortunate enough to meet and work with on this job. Anyways, keep your fingers crossed for us and I'll keep you updated if any good news comes about! -Chris #PlusUltra

[@Kazsmith]

RivenX3i I said it and I’m going to keep saying it, I’m down to invest into the project to make it happen, if it means flying out to LA to make it happen! Hit me up and we can talk, It would be a honor to work with you all to make this happen. Instead of saying hope to see more I want to help make sure there is more! Allow me to join the project, already have a character outlined and ready! - Kyle “Anomaly” Smith #UALA #PlusUltra #newstudent #liveaction #pilot

[@Ahhhitswells]

Chris!!! Thank you for what you do man. Ive been following your stuff since early early thousand pounds. So crazy to see your name on big title movies now.

[@Jotta.D.Monkey]

RivenX3i u guys are the best!!!.. greatings from Argentina

[@suresure9392]

This alone is better than any show

[@defealeladia9990]

You guys are so talented!!! I’d rather watch this than any of the whack ass DC shows on right now. So much passion!!

[@darnb2675]

All fun and games until the main character starts remembering his past

[@pomaimoikeha829]

Lololo

[@AyeRich]

Sad music and flashback plays I saw my whole family get killed In front of me and iam the only survivor and going to avenge them

[@Kaisac97]

P0nmo on

[@Kaisac97]

@@pomaimoikeha829 o kk

[@Kaisac97]

@@AyeRich okkoo9non

[@phoebeplague]

Cache is unironically one of my favourite powers ive seen in media generally, its so simple and intuitive while also being extremely interesting to watch. Mainly from the coordination and performance from the directors and actors making it so like incredible job. I also love the flavour text that Heiki loves museums.

[@ReblazeGaming]

I like to think that he loves museums because he loves looking at historical weapons and learning the history behind every weapon he uses. Like you could ask him about the origins of nunchucks and he could go on forever about it.

[@phoebeplague]

@@ReblazeGaming A great fighter and a history nerd, love it

[@d4-v1d22]

I know, right? It’s just so cool to look at!

[@airproci]

and now imagine wirh a lot of study and reaserch and maybe even his awakening he can make like realistic fantasy/scyfi weapons like a proto lignt sabre (the one from hacksmith) or a chainsaw sword or even the dragon slayer made by shadiversity,

[@Nero_9000]

Yeah like that guy from *Push* movie

[@azim680]

They better hire this team and give them full creative control if there's ever talk of live action MHA movie

[@isitotheo7445]

I it's does'nt matter if deku was not the MC here, really

[@yogailliyin4906]

@@isitotheo7445 its like another story of bnha and this is absolutely genius

[@SpaceGamer07]

It’s the best AU I’ve seen better than any live action reproduction

[@bigchill3687]

I can't believe they even did the anime flashback sequence

[@jocey777]

Production companies with millions in budget: it’s hard to capture and recreate an anime adaptation that doesn’t suck Rivenx3i: hold my beer!

[@alexanime8877]

Nice joke ahaha

[@MangaFlare]

The difference is money vs passion...you can always tell which one won

[@jadaw644]

Too true. They never even attempt to find someone who actually cares about the anime they're adapting, or anime in general. They just find the closest director/writers/actors they can find, and push them together with a vague paragraph(if that) detailing what the Anime is like.

[@florenciochavez4937]

Once production companies are involved you expect so much. Since is fan made you didn't expect much and got a lot. The pilot is good but the story is cringe lol If a big company made it you would probably be like "wow all that money and they give us this shit"

[@WonderSilverstrand]

Well that's how industries evolve. Cool extreme concepts get made, then elements get used in mainstream. Same with fashion and cars etc

[@MandatoryFruit]

I love the depth we get from Backtrack's quirk just by watching like a minute long flashback. First of all, it seems like his quirk is a sort of variation of his mom's quirk. I'm guessing she could teleport any objects she chose to any given location within a certain range. Whereas Bactrack does the opposite and teleports himself to an object. But that's the obvious stuff. I find the potential of his quirk to be more interesting. Teleporting to his keychain is already a broken enough ability, but I doubt it's actually limited to that. He's currently limited to the keychain because it has the most sentimental value to him, and he unlocked his quirk for the first time when that sentiment was being threatened. At some point I can see him unlocking the ability to teleport to multiple things of personal value to him, or hell, maybe just any object in his surroundings. This is all just a crackpot theory based on the minimal evidence given in the video, but that's the fun of these sorts of things.

[@NotoriousFeetLicker]

If this is canon, he'll be basically minato

[@lalaldka]

@@NotoriousFeetLicker minato is the goat, but also no? minato has to mark stuff to teleport to it. his kunai are already marked, but he can also put a seal mark on you that stays forever, and that's how he teleports. from mark to mark

[@NotoriousFeetLicker]

@@lalaldka no, I meant to say, if he can teleport to anything like his keychain then he can imitate minato, like every kunai he can teleport to as it is marked, but pinpoint doesn't need a mark just sentimental value as the comments theories, so if he has more then one like a necklace or something he can be like minato

[@lalaldka]

@@NotoriousFeetLicker oh fair

[@authoreyes101]

If sentimental value is his "mark" on things he can teleport to, what does that say for people? Can you imagine the stakes if a loved one was being held hostage? THERE'S SO MUCH MORE STORY TO THIS, IT'S INSANE!

[@mac1991seth]

This could work. This is the problem with Hollywood anime adaptations - they're always trying to re-do the original. Making a spin-off instead means the creators have more leeway in defining the setting, the characters, the premise, the story. Anime is deeply rooted in Japanese culture and it's basically impossible to bring this culture to the US. It's not enough to say "Deku is now American" and then do the same story beat by beat. This is merely 15 minutes worth of story and we already have a clash of characters, clash of ideologies, deep backstory to multiple characters and impressive fight scenes with just as impressive VFX and a nice reference to All Might shouts which also stands on its own. It's the exact opposite of what Hollywood does and it deserves to be made into at least 8 episodes series.

[@dtamerz]

also the depth of the character developement in this one episode is so much more than in your average marvel TV show. like the flops on netflix. if they had these guys do it I'm sure they would be more successful

[@raidenthenctzenwithinsomni4961]

@@dtamerz Shitting on Netflix like that was totally uncalled for.

[@kashutosh9132]

These ppl are professionals They work in hollywood

[@mac1991seth]

@@kashutosh9132 Stuntmen and VFX artist do not embody what modern Hollywood stands for.

[@kashutosh9132]

@UCcV3n5mdHg4Q0wbEibBBW0Q me not equal to Google But you will have good knowledge of programming,you will very skilled in it They may not have big Hollywood production budget But what I wanted to convey that these ppl are no amatuers and they are very skilled These director guy has worked on big Hollywood production like solo,Kingsman I was not expecting any less from them

[@landonhagan450]

I love that they actually addressed the fact that the guy is speaking Japanese to American opponents.

[@neilisalive4892]

Fun Fact: The backpack kid in this is Gui DaSilva. He was the stunt double for Black Panther in Captain America: Civil War. When BP was fighting and doing crazy stunts, that was Gui. (source: Corridor Crew's Stuntmen React)

[@jp0678]

You guys should also watch RivenX3i's previous video about some of the movies he worked on the last few years.

[@ItzCleverYouth]

How about you guys learn about Gui life he has been through alot

[@derderder2261]

Oh shit that’s where I recognized him lol

[@tiggz._]

Exactly how I recognised him aswell

[@Kaierre]

Civil war you mean, Black Panther wasn’t in winter soldier

[@botbot9553]

EVEN AFTER 3 YEARS I STILL GET CHILLS ANF SQUEEL WITH JOY ON HOW UNIQUE HARLEM SLAM IS

[@hillelmerkin8498]

He freakin teleport T poses on him fr

[@datboyprotege]

I love how original the quirks are, especially the "Cashe" quirk, that was brilliant. And the actor really brought the character to life. Amazing series, amazing actors and amazing shots.

[@napoleon8017]

Main characters teleportation works the same as minato's from naruto,main villains bubble works almost the same as corazon's from one piece,the guy that helped main character has very similiar power to phinks from hxh,and the weapon transformation reminds me of edward elric when he trasmutes weapons. But i agree it's very cool

[@datdudedatdontdisco4036]

@@napoleon8017 In a sense, nothing is original. They put their personal flair on it, which makes it inspired instead of original or copied.

[@napoleon8017]

@@datdudedatdontdisco4036 yes that's what i said

[@ZeHeavyArmor]

Only needs some work in the voices of ze english speakers, it needs some exaggeration to follow up the fights

[@maxanderson3733]

@@datdudedatdontdisco4036 exactly. Hell, the entire reason why my hero Academia is so good is because it sacrifices the pointless hunt for total originality in exchange for exemplary execution

[@Prodigy-AH]

Netlfix needs to hire these people, give them large budgets and let them run it. This looks 10 times better than the live actions Netflix makes.

[@danielaimasiko4487]

Honestly that is big FACTS

[@sethcarnius3548]

jup thats whats happens when you put people, with passion and respect for the source material, in charge.

[@danielaimasiko4487]

@@sethcarnius3548 like seriously, people who make those live action movies don't give a fuck. We need people who actually love anime and know what it should be and look like in live action

[@conorwhelan5767]

PREACH

[@xr3op595]

Bruh they would have made a good death mote live action these people need to be making full live action remakes like fr

[@mystical2846]

This is how Live Action anime adaptations should look and feel

[@m_riidi]

this and detective pikachu is how anime/ manga adaptation supppsed to be Different characters, different story, but still the same universe

[@akilw.3360]

Adaptations are only good when the people in charge care about the IP and have a story they want to tell. Obviously this is the case here.

[@kitteylovedx3300]

I know right!?

[@amaljjith5355]

@@m_riidi wat abt alita: battle angel it's awesome

[@renzomanuelesparas7588]

So true!

[@quadrowarstar]

5:55 The way all three of them come together in the same frame is so freaking awesome.

[@vanessaedwards5379]

Fun fact: The main character is a stuntman for black panther and the avengers

[@jade-leighmacdonald4599]

HOLY CRAP HE IS FROM THE MARVEL MOVIES!!!!! Now here is hoping they can make it a live action show!!!

[@tenacity2633]

He looks like Kylian Mbappe

[@RedGamer321]

Also the main villain is Zero from holes Edit: veil was his name

[@iSpencer8802]

Thanks @Corridor Crew

[@casedistorted]

No shit? I guess I wasn't the only one who saw the VFX artists react. lol oh wait 2 million people did :P

[@tsamepanene8391]

NO JOKE i wanna see a full series a story line everything maybe even him and deku cross paths

[@flamewheel6144]

I can hear izuku mumbling about his quirk and the all might keychain... And I love it

[@juubi249]

I can see some badass tag team combos between them

[@indevious9659]

Bruh someone mad it 700

[@deathringer2389]

I 1mil percent agree

[@grinsplit444]

This is set in America so I doubt it

[@U21Stroke]

I watch this again every once in a while and only just realised how he “punched” the main character four times really softly to get the stacked up hit, amazing details guys!

[@오주환-b1n]

I know, right? And in his fight with Backtrack he landed exactly five hits, with the fifth having a much bigger impact.

[@Fakhry_z08]

Why he didnt do that sooner, by hitting himself 4times for every punch tho

[@sirgoofy5612]

@@Fakhry_z08 maybe that isnt possible like some kinda rule

[@BasicallyPablo]

I realized the first time 😌

[@오주환-b1n]

Itsmekingsname Or maybe because it’d make it too obvious. This isn’t a fight between heroes who have their Quirks made public.

[@semaj_5022]

Mann if I was wealthy I would bankroll the fuck out of a full series for this. There's already so much development that went into building the story of this hero and the villians when this could have simply been "cool fighters doing cool fights, something something My Hero Academia." Nah, this is a well thought put, well scripted, beautifully acted, choreographed and edited work of art. Fantastic job to everybody involved.

[@jnaboyles]

Can we create a go fund me account to support the creation of these series?

[@FlareOfProminence]

I'd bank roll this and audition for a character

[@geraldnaruto]

These actors are the best, especially the vilans lol, that guy who switches weapons gave me the best chill when he first spoke up.

[@classicvfx1770]

I swear he’s so underrated

[@fariszhr]

" ALL MIGHT DOESN'T NEED TO BE ANYWHERE IT'S HEROES JOB TO INSPIRE OTHERS TO DO THE SAME I'LL SHOW YOU WHAT HIS INSPIRATION MEANS TO ME" + BNHA CLIMAX BACKSOUND = I AM CRYING

[@BlademanZX]

FUCKING SAME And then a mad cackle and "YEEEESSSS" at Harlem Slam

[@crgentertainmentstudios2145]

SAME BRO

[@tcuddy]

If this was a movie... I would pay to watch this

[@sidecharacter350]

If you are in mha what quirk would you have?

[@tcuddy]

Evan Pasha probably illusion

[@sidecharacter350]

@@tcuddy my quirk will be called [PicketPocket] This quirk will allow me to steal any item even support gear if someone try to hide an item the item will appear in my hand

[@tcuddy]

Evan Pasha that’s a good one

[@Mayflower-xo8ew]

My quirk: Graffiti I can create any inanimate object by graffiti painting on any surface or floor (Honestly this quirk would be useless when it comes to becoming a pro hero) 😂 BUT it would be a lot of fun to play with

[@EdenMoreno-s7y]

Its been 4 yrs and this STILL lives rent-free in my head. Sad that not one major studio has gotten their head out of their asses to recognize the effort behind this amazing work.

[@alexdamand9003]

I swear

[@stephane-qt4zo]

Hollyweird prefers put money into mediocrity and wokeness. Bet if the black or asian character was talking all the time about being gay and offended by everything maybe a producer would check this masterpiece. more seriously, i had more fun rewatching this for the 5th times than any new movies in hollywood.

[@Rane1533]

I love all the little things they put in that feel just right. Like how "Stacks" actually uses his quirk in the initial fight when you go back and count the hits. How "Backtrack" is such a good name and a play off of the word backpack. That his mom is shown to have some kind of teleportation quirk too and he inherited a variation of it. The fake-out with the backpack throw upwards near the end of the first fight. The analogy of the child bullies to the villains in the present when he teleports. Veil uses his quirk in the opening before you know what it is. The music and the mid fight quirk explanations. Everything about it is just so incredibly well done.

[@Codename_Gamma_Ray]

It really captures the essence of My Hero Academia. I love this

[@HighOctaneVR]

Right. Stacks punches the one guy then while talking to the teleporter taps him 3 times to initiate the super attack. Sooo sickkkk.

[@Native2087]

@@HighOctaneVR literally just counted this too!

[@anidiot192]

@@HighOctaneVR I'm pretty sure when he starts preparing his super attack is when he stops backtrack

[@dawsonjones1340]

I love how Harlem slam is a perfect way to show how smart the character is as well as how adaptable he is to a fight. They managed to give the viewers enough information about all the characters involved to show off not only their quirks and fighting styles but also their personality and emotional states.

[@gsuave4293]

This is.....revolutionary in a way. Countless of times directors have tried to replicate the anime style into live action but always comes off as really weak. But this, this is really good like actually really fucking good how it looks. The choreography, the editing and sound effects is impeccable. This project has love and soul all over it. Never stop guys, this is special.

[@jeanvalero1597]

I recommend watching their other videos, they have always been amazing :3. But they have gotten better and better

[@shadowandholly]

Directors need anime weebs on their team

[@nuggerboi8278]

i agree with this dude

[@AlienKitty100]

Couldn’t have said it better myself so I’ll just like your comment lol

[@justanordinaryguy8550]

g suave you’re comment was suave

[@shadowhelms7979]

I still remember seeing this at the Los Angeles film school and talking to them in person it was cool and knowing that they filmed all of it with no high budget but with a small camra and free time is amazing and yes they are planning to make this an official series.

[@RivenX3i]

Thanks again for coming out!

[@NghiaNguyen-hq2im]

Yesss

[@aliceinwonderlust]

WAIT SERIOUSLY?! THATS AMAZING!

[@absolutelyinlve9707]

I can’t wait for the master piece 😆😆👌

[@unknownprofile8909]

What was the budget on this? Cause its legit better then the entire dceu

[@benmoss786]

I like how the villains take advantage of how the main character's teleporting ability functions, going where his keychain will be. The tactics are probably the most MHA aspect of this whole video. I love everything about this video.

[@twg_ssalty]

Gosh, the choreography, camera angles, ACTING, visual effects, everything just comes together perfectly its so beautiful and aesthetically pleasing to the eyes. THIS IS WHAT LIVE ACTION ANIME SHOULD LOOK LIKE

[@user-ey8mj4tv2p]

True

[@TheAshenKing69]

Ssaltysensei but the only issue is not knowing how to feel since we don’t have motivation or backstory for the main character

[@nikoloniani]

@@TheAshenKing69 Yeah but to be fair this is a pilot, It isn't a part of the story more like something they show and see what kind of feedback they get. I'm sure in episode 1 we'll get a story, motivation/backstory for the main character :D

[@toyboxcoffin]

This is incredible, this feels like an actual movie, the fight scenes are actual fight scenes omg this is incredible

[@wott3r963]

I'm with ya. Him and his team have done scenes in Kingsman, WonderWoman and Starwars. Their talent is on point.

[@junioresnc]

dude, is better than MANY movies

[@rakugoubird3643]

Holy kappa bro this is far out its so awesome dude when the next one come out.

[@sunnysweet4183]

Wott3r I love it, there are weebs in Hollywood

[@ironicanimations]

8-bit bagel and GUI is a Real Marvel fight coordinator and stunt man He was the stuntman for Black Panther in Civil War And a ninja turtle He’s freaking awesome

[@marcoshenriques3118]

IF ONLY Netflix adaptations had this outstanding quality.

[@LilC1deep]

yeah then we wouldn't groan whenever they announce a new one lol. I love to see good live action anime, comic, and videogame adaptations like this one.

[@aronseptianto8142]

it probably ain't cheap to higher proffesional like these :p

[@aronseptianto8142]

it probably ain't cheap to higher proffesional like these :p

[@Dave_of_Mordor]

i feel like only the fights would be good. everything else would be really cringy

[@phantasmicyouth]

Funny you should mention it, 'cause some of them worked on the Witcher adaptation.

[@syrusel]

I legit think you guys should do a Kickstarter or fundraiser whatever so that we can all contribute and have this masterpiece created 😭👌💯

[@bobrezendeassis]

I totally support this idea.

[@TechnoArpan]

@@bobrezendeassis so do I

[@qumzapttmh7754]

BEST IDEA BY FAR🎉

[@Diggydogsp]

Honestly, the way they reveal the main character's ability is so smart. Was thinking this whole time it was the backpack he teleported to but it was actually the keychain. Revealing literally as he was going in, caught me off guard and made it so hype. So well made, props to everyone involved.

[@No-XIV-Xion]

That twist made the entire fight. They focused on it, faking us out to it being a nod to the Anime but NOPE it's the actual trick. Amazing.

[@user-ut5nx6hm9d]

I kind of thought his power was like Minato’s teleportation thing from Naruto. Like he could teleport to anything he touched recently or something. The fact that it was the keychain specifically was such a great twist. Also kind of makes me wonder more about the specifics of his power though, and why he can only seemingly teleport to his keychain. Writing wise, I personally think it gives the character a lot of room to grow if they learn how to teleport to other things as well.

[@roscojelly9426]

@@user-ut5nx6hm9d dude its becz it was an item his mother gave to him before his first day in school so teleporting to it is sort of like coming closer to his mother,which would be great if left alone but they also made it an alegory for his desire to becum like allmight absolutely fantastic!!!

[@jostam6613]

In the anime we see that abilites evolve over time and in the Vigilantes spin off we can see a better example of that when the MC *SPOILER* finds out his quirk is actually more gravity related than just magnetism making him able to shoot energy blasts and double jump instead of just hover above ground like we see at the beginning *END OF SPOILER* so playing by those rules MC here could probably pinpoint any object in the future.

[@rkbkirin5975]

The writing for this short was a good as the fight scenes, the F/X, the directing, the editing and the acting. And that is a very rare thing to have all those elements come together. Really brilliant job by everyone involved.

[@Ok_Eul-Tae]

The transition from Heiki's sais to nunchucks was mind-blowing 🤯

[@vibestm1846]

"You don't seem to understand, So I'll try this in your language." See Kids, this is what we call badass.

[@fellowperson5917]

y e s

[@xmansionbishop6327]

Best damn part

[@flynnmoody3860]

プラスウルトラを超えて You're quirk is being badass

[@spoopyskeleton3798]

Respect

[@dragon19954]

The badass/respect card...always a classic and it never gets old cause is golden

[@BladeOfLight16]

"All Might doesn't need to be everywhere. It's a hero's job to inspire others to do the same." I love this brand of heroism. Not just saving people from danger, but giving people the courage and opportunity to save others. It feels so individualistic, so _American._ The actual MHA shows that happening in practice, but they never say it outright that I can think of.

[@qc6057]

It’s hard to write an ideal like that when your society is the opposite.

[@Daioblis]

They talk plenty about how All Might inspired all of society, for better or worse. His impact is also so obvious, it hardly needs to be mentioned or dissected. Especially when those affected by it act loudly.

[@BladeOfLight16]

@@Daioblis Don't underestimate the importance of saying a value out loud. Actions certainly have to back values up or they mean nothing, but speech can teach in a way that merely acting cannot. You need both.

[@BladeOfLight16]

@@qc6057 Which only makes it even more important.

[@Daioblis]

@@BladeOfLight16 By themselves, words are nothing but hot air. Actions alone can be sufficient.

[@adhi1150203]

"Because he's here." I'm not crying, you are... shuddup

[@jaggy32]

adhi1150203 broke me

[@newchangeunlisted_viewer5594]

Just got to that part and I feel a little teared up

[@MsDinova]

Well... I was not expecting weaponized feels today

[@Nait33]

I'm not gonna cry, I'm not gonna cry, I'm not gonna cry, I'm not gonna... daaAAammiiIIT! :'(

[@Blizzardfire]

That line made me geek out.

[@taaobe14]

This is no joke, you guys are revolutionizing the game.

[@darkluna700]

INDEED WE ARE

[@Eschaleon]

Happy 1k😅 Im the last liker btw

[@katsu_vb5087]

@@azurestarlight there is also a game

[@taaobe14]

@@Eschaleon Thanks man, hope you have a nice day :D

[@samo_.]

taaobe14 this should totally be on Crunchyroll

[@Darksaige]

This HAS to make it. Not even because it's MY HERO but simply because the screenplay ain't no slouch at all. I wanna see this win

[@JohnDoughJersey]

Please please please do at least 1 more of these. The best live action adaption to anything I've ever seen. Such an amazing view on an existing IP. The quirks, fight scenes, the script, the commercial breaks. I can not get enough of this, absolutely incredible job from everyone involved!!!

[@doomfire109]

Guess there is no more of these..

[@diethokoza3902]

Watched this 3 years ago😞 was really hoping for more

[@doomfire109]

@@diethokoza3902 me too..but sadly this channel has pretty close to died.

[@kellyfulmen6046]

_IT'S NOT THE BACKPACK, HOLY SHIT I'M CRYING_

[@ulysses2576]

now this is how you do an action scene. these guys did a better job than most hollywood studios who had millions to back their movies and projects. mad respect

[@almasieden]

Extremely good work without a Hollywood budget. Netflix should take notes, this is how it should be done.

[@chand911]

This was all done by professional stuntmen... this is hollywood...

[@ulysses2576]

@@chand911 yeah i know, but this was done without a butt ton of budget to back it up

[@TrustinSimpson]

@@chand911 Pro stuntmen yes, but no studios, executives interfering, directors that don't know anything about fighting telling their guys how to make it look "cooler". It's just guys that love the craft doing what they love. Absolutely amazing. Edit: changed typo from studies to studios

[@Daxyl]

Amazing what can be done when you only have PASSION for a project and don't come into it thinking, "Hey, I can pander to this fandom to make a quick buck with minimal effort!"

[@yvngfreshness1391]

Netflix: “Makes bad live action” Fandom: “Fine, I’ll do it myself.”

[@Leo_Dewa]

Actually this 'fandom' work for hollywood

[@alexanerose4820]

@Inebriatd "Historically & practically, you lose leverage the more you depend on someone to provide for you" True but that only applies when you have something to leverage. Many projects and some famous ones required such dependency to even get of the ground. If it fails then ow well. IF it's mildly successful the profit is mutual. It's when they get too big that problems arise

[@johnnycake9239]

Fandom:THIS IS HOW YOU MAKE A LIVE ACTON ANIME SCENE NETFLIX

[@brazzb761]

@Inebriatd kinda funny you mention that when the main guy here is the stuntman for black panther

[@PrezThaZombie87]

☝🏾 I don’t think working for/with Hollywood inherently make you the representation of Hollywood as a whole, who tends to short us when it comes to what we as fans want to see. That’s like being mad at a GameStop employee for the rules that corporate instated, they don’t make the rules, they’re just working to put food on the table.

[@ekereus9037]

Just got this recommended today and it did not disappoint: cool and unique quirks that have potential to grow, good fighting scenes, a little emotion here and there and best of all, show don’t tell

[@OhFicial67]

This video is better than half the stuff that comes out of Netflix

[@Xport9]

*then, Christopher C. Cowan gets signed by Netflix.* _"WOTCHUTALKIN'BOUTBOY!?!?!"_

[@OtakuUnderground92]

Boosted Lúcio Put this on HBOMax with a bigger budget.

[@Xport9]

@@OtakuUnderground92 Netflix is willing to dish out a big budget series. Have you seen Lost In Space 2 trailer? That has a pretty massive budget out on, from the looks of things.

[@desaint00]

facts

[@jamieleryanlee7407]

Agreed!

[@Michael-jx8iz]

Being a director myself, this is honestly really well done. Huge respect to Christopher for being the man behind it all

[@notapro6430]

Ima be real with you, KZbin ain’t your place, go make a movie about this for theaters or smth like that, I just feel bad that you guys really should be making a lot of money for the dedication you put into this amazing fan film

[@LastBastion]

technically he did, he is the "action cameramen" (sorry, no idea what its called properly) for Solo (StarWars) kingsmen 2, and Gui (backtrack) is the stuntman for Black Panther

[@hritwik4655]

@@LastBastion it's called action designer, and yeah these guys worked in some amazing movies

[@hellohogo]

I disagree. KZbin is the perfect place. The perfect place to change the industry from.

[@AakolickGP]

Ramon Solorio Yeah, but they genuinely can use their talents in the big screen.

[@Ayeato]

@@AakolickGP they have

[@jarbeefis]

That Harlem Slam almost had the same energy as Deku's first smash. That's so cool!

[@Devonimp]

'So..... you gonna call the cops?' "No..... cause I'd be in trouble to...." 'What do you mean?' "I don't.... TECHNICALLY have my license...." '**laughs!**' This felt oddly wholesome and genuine. I love how Stacks is legitimately amused at the situation.

[@Devonimp]

@Frank Rauen Executives have proven time and time again that they shouldn't handle ANY IP... 'It should include apples. Make sure apples are front and center, we can write off and maybe get some apple endorsement. Okay this fight scene is good but it needs more camera shaking. Oh and turn the lights off! The checklist shows thats what good movies are doing now.'

[@doctorupset3304]

The backpack quirk is so goofy, I could absolutely see it being real. Quirks aren't necessarily supposed to make sense or be efficient on their own, what matters is how it's used, and y'all get that so well.

[@sourapple7831]

Its similar to yellow flash from naruto

[@frlfrl2098]

Doctor Upset Mirio type shit

[@YEETLORD70]

It's not the backpack it's the all might keychain

[@ThatGuyjontover]

its probably more about mental and emotional attachment if they ever get funded (sadly I doubt that) I believe they could have him learn to teleport without it

[@verachkonia7280]

Its pretty good quirk

[@yiklongtay6029]

You have cleverly written and directed quirks that can be shown with minimal CG. I would love to see you make another BNHA fight scene with another set of interesting quirks.

[@MBHoward85]

These are some of the best action scenes EVER. The way Heiki changes weapons so smoothly......

[@michaelsutton617]

This is what American live action anime adaptations should feel like!

[@KanzakiKaori9009]

Shut up u know it has flaws SMH...

[@ookazi1000]

@@KanzakiKaori9009 flaws related to a low budget, perhaps: but if a big budget production could put this level of care into their production, we'd be cooking with gas.

[@jp0678]

@@KanzakiKaori9009 lmao did he say it was perfect or anything?

[@KanzakiKaori9009]

@@jp0678 yes he did... SMH 😵

[@danielplays04]

Their acting skills is super awesome! No awkwardness even his mother acted well like an Anime! Their greatest strength is not just on the act but on the camera movements! They know where, when and what angle should they capture the scene! This is way too beautiful for a low budget production!

[@imshubhajit]

Bro... The Backtrack has been in MCU movies since forever (mostly as Black Panther's stunt double now... Besides being a Stunt Person, he also knows acting.

[@charlesperry6617]

@@imshubhajit Really?! Dang! No wonder he's amazing!

[@carterwarren796]

Well that’s the thing with stuntmen: they know exactly what shots are right based off the choreography of the fight to do, it’s why they’re typically the second unit

[@thegirlweeb743]

This man deserves all of Netflix's, Hollywood's, and the anime community's respect. You have all my absolute respect, mate. Props to you.

[@rexthemonster6697]

Give him the budget that they have and holy shit...

[@TxSully85]

The amount Chris Cowan has touched in Hollywood. Just look him up.

[@milespoon4836]

I come back and watch this every so often… so fricken good

[@AI.Finance.Tradecity]

This shit kinda fire Actually, this is the BEST live action film I have ever seen. Wow

[@tejsharma1325]

Same here bro

[@kinggeedra2796]

Hounestly never seen anything like this

[@anthonyfradejas9944]

you've never seen fullmetal alchemist?

[@asenne5548]

have you seen mugen vs afro samurai? If not i recommend that.

[@JB-ti6dm]

BEST

[@clintonfernandes1139]

Man this is absolutely brilliant. The guy who does this is just an true Artist at the top level.

[@numatruehome100]

Clinton Fernandes this guy understands that to make a story based on the works you love, you don’t just slap the names of beloved characters into yourself or whoever and call it a day, they took the framework of the world of My hero academia, saw the potential of a world about hero’s, and made characters of his own with their own personalities and struggles to overcome. It’s still the world of my hero, but with original characters living in it, inspired by the same hero, and in analogous, showing the inspiration they felt from the world of my hero academia to make their own story. I can’t wait for the next episode and what these hero’s will face, what villains are lying in wait, and what they can add to the world of MHA.

[@clintonfernandes1139]

@@numatruehome100 yeah you're absolutely true. This world that he as created gives the vibes of MHA, but with fresh characters and realistic back stories.

[@mapachecomunista6276]

main character remembers their deceased parent and the op starts playing, they've already won the battle.

[@maxwellwekpe8844]

It's been three years and this is one still one of the best live actions I've seen🥺😩👑

[@mortwycker]

Everybody gangsta until the main character starts having flashbacks

[@mohammadadilkhan6837]

😂😂😂

[@justanothermedly]

Yeah but his flashback gave him the strength to move forward. That's called character development. 👍

[@niklasberglund7895]

@@justanothermedly you're fun at parties

[@semiholic]

@@niklasberglund7895 i think we wouldnt know bc he never gets invited

[@tisreal2676]

Righhhtttttt 😂😂

[@werewolfman9927]

This is one of the best live actions ever, I would buy a whole series of this. Netflix, Hulu anyone take notes

[@werewolfman9927]

Sorry I was wrong this isn’t one of the best it is the best one I’ve seen

[@manojl3388]

Well said, any true anime fan would spend money on such high level live action movie. Every single frame in this movie is worth watching. Masterpiece 👍👍👍 Thank you RivenX3i

[@halohunter96]

Okay questions: 1: How much money do you need to continue this? and B: where do I send it??

[@AramatiPaz]

Up

[@anandarifaldi3610]

Up

[@MqdiiTimesTwo]

Up

[@entry9428]

Up

[@wahyudi-xu9gr]

up

[@th3_darkknight741]

By far exceeded anyone's expectations, didn't require millions, or abnormal CGI. You guys made a perfect example of what a live action should be

[@AaronValacircaVT]

"So how many moving camera shots do you want?" "Yes."

[@giovonnielewis4329]

Japanese animators yes

[@goldengryphon]

And it was glorious! Perfection.

[@Alphadog2064]

I mean, it is an immutable part of making a good live action anime

[@murcaronisalad5322]

These were actually a very clever way to sort of mask the teleportation animation. The glare of the sun and the movement really added to the effect a lot.

[@thatguywithemail1431]

Well, it is supposed to look like an Anime.

[@betterlatethannever4529]

There's absolutely nothing Mini about this! This is professional level.

[@thrall898]

The climax of this season is when Backtrack realizes he didn't quite understand his quirk; it's not just his keychain, he can teleport to anything that he has an intense enough emotional connection to, and has to teleport to his newfound friend to save him from danger.

[@RivenX3i]

Hey get out of my head! 😅

[@greyraiz1301]

@@RivenX3i Oohh I'm soo hyped cant wait for the next video😂

[@thrall898]

@@RivenX3i Listen, good writing knows good writing. This is great work.

[@user-ut5nx6hm9d]

So your saying if we got him emotionally attached to a weapon of some kind he could pull a Yellow flash on some villains? Neat.

[@loganphillips2166]

I was thinking the same, but kind of like Twice or Momo's quirks. Where he needs to know every detail of the item to jump. So naturally something with sentimental value is an easy one.

[@_CosmicWizard_]

Just recently became aware of this and I’m absolutely loving it! I love how it completely captures the essence and adrenaline from watching a MHA ep.

[@creation1233]

“I don’t TECHNICALLY have a license...” *looks over at Todoroki Iida and Deku*

[@nateeden258]

666 like... I can't ruin this

[@monyetlangit]

I'll make it 888 then

[@keymanser2726]

And momo and kirishima

[@ochakosbabydaddy9620]

@@keymanser2726 and Bakugo

[@imadegenerate9867]

I mean they were special cases considering they fought against stain while this person fought against some thugs.

[@supervergil13]

This is how a live action adaptation should be. This whole thing is a masterpiece. Well done to everyone who worked on this. You did an amazing job.

[@neilsamper6097]

English sub or English dub RivenX3i: Yes

[@neilsamper6097]

❤❤❤❤❤

[@6Hell6oopz6]

And that's how I love it xd

[@shikoome]

What does this suppose to mean?

[@jp0678]

@@shikoome Well, technically not dubbed (as in putting a translated audio, e.g. Japanese to English) but still they spoke English so there's that. The Japanese parts are subbed English. He means there are both English sub and audio / dialogue.

[@timothylee958]

Anyone else notice the actor who plays Veil is Zero from the movie Holes? I just rewatched this and recognized the actors face. That’s fire

[@naturalist10000]

The Irony is there is tangible!!

[@kuriso]

fight scenes were so clean, the transitions with the dude who’s weapon changes were so smooth too

[@FriendlyKing]

I have watched this multiple time just for those weapon transitions cuz they are so good.

[@nieton292]

The editor is insane

[@nieton292]

I think he also added some cc to it to make it better

[@areopanda1664]

How is that it’s always like this. These people produce a beautiful adaptation of an anime world. None of it was cringe . They even managed to put in a nice flashback with a similar tonality that would be found in the anime and manga.

[@charlesperry6617]

Clearly these are people who understand the medium.

[@ryoiasukai2751]

Camera: how many rotation u want? Them: yes

[@KejutoJetomo]

2 years. When the hell are we getting a sequel, that backpack kid idea is GODSEND

[@cdl918]

I got chills when he said All might doesnt need to be everywhere to give inspiration

[@UXGillespie]

People ask why fans love anime and that's the core reason, our heroes don't even have to be real to inspire us.

[@snottyboob1148]

when you get chills you know that sh*t is real.

[@lazyboyd3425]

The man who made DragonBall evolution should be ashamed of himself. I could only imagine what your team would do with real funding.

[@Halo-lg7rq]

Or that avatar movie 🤢

[@shane_dsmnd]

He made scenes from Kingsman, Solo: A Star Wars Story, and The Witcher lol

[@eriklerougeuh5772]

just click on link of people under the video, these guys are already professionals and didnt go unoticed, they work already for hollywood...this fan action was just like, "hey bro we dont have plastic of main actor, but we are the real deal..." hollywood got the message loud and clear^^

[@MrEysox]

@@eriklerougeuh5772 You're so right !

[@mitchellulrich930]

edgar moran take it you haven't seen James Cameron's adaptation of Battle Angel Alita?

[@Kira13865]

Fun fact; unlike most people here when I first watched this I had not watched MHA. This video was actually so awesome that it got me into watching MHA

[@araigneerouge765]

Same happened to me

[@mouses_HK]

do you like the show so far?

[@vay9395]

It is an awesome show

[@ChronosRaikou]

That makes sense because this video was edited like a real episode. It’s was spot on if you watch the show.

[@TheNaveOfCharlemagne]

Same!

[@danielnduoma3843]

This is still the best live-action adaptation of any anime till date. Came back ro rewatch and I'm still awed by how good it is. I hope you guys get the funding and approval to make a full series of this. Heiki and his quirk, Cache, is the MVP of this for me. Love his characterization and how smooth he uses his quirk

[@r3x_sama328]

This is amazing because of 2 things 1: they don’t copy mha like the main guy doesn’t have green hair like deku 2: And they use the fact that 80 percent of the world has quirks so this is like mha but in USA so while deku and all might are doing there thing these guys are doing this in the USA like heiki says “these American students“ like he came from Japan

[@gamerdudes3145]

I need more

[@kevinmendoza1830]

But then again dragon ball evolution did the exact same thing.. nobody looked like the characters they were supposed to be. I am only glad they learned from that and didnt make this look like that failure

[@auggiema6680]

The backpack throwing is such a cool concept.

[@rodp8984]

Honestly

[@KageOji77]

Bruh.. it's over and done with if he get's like an array of weapons with slots for that damned keychain... Sick

[@itzfiji9587]

Bro no cap...when he slammed ole dude to the ground and teleported on top of him with his feet right after he threw the backpack down...had me amazed

[@NerdKettle]

ITz FiJi right! “Harlem SLAM!” I literally felt that lol

[@__-go9cj]

thats just minato's teleportation jutsu lol

[@UchihaSumairu]

*db evolution* "ThIS is wHaT aN AnIMe mOVie LoOks likE" *UA:LA with like no budget* This is what fans really want.

[@clecanadalawexplained6330]

Curious Wars You can tell that this was made by fans of the series. Not only is it super well made, but it clearly understands the core themes of MHA and actively expands the world of the story and builds great characters. In my mind now, there’s absolutely a UA:LA branch in the MHA world. This is what good fan content does. It makes the source material even better while standing on its own merits.

[@icardian]

Dude the creator of db evolution didnt even watch db before making the movie he just wanted the $

[@jp0678]

@@icardian Damn, is that true?

[@icardian]

@@jp0678 i remember hearing people say that, and even the movie has soo many differences to the manga and anime

[@RobinPAYET]

Did I miss the crowfunding for a full season of this adaptation? Need to be done if you won't before! The real good thing always comes from your kind of creator.

[@jahigains9201]

Bruh, there was even backstory in the form of a montage to show the character's motivation. That was perfect MHA!

[@jamesthetsundere1195]

Netflix: we have made many successful live action anime movies RivenX3i: hold my Allmight key-chain

[@TheeKing7]

Lmao I'm fucking dead

[@amaa483]

go up fam.....go the freak up

[@maiomoureirodosmantos9281]

Quirk: Passion Project Whatever the person make is so full of soul and love that It ends up enticing everyone that watches It.

[@GuilDormeus]

Maio Moureiro dos Mantos 😭😭😭😭

[@trav2675]

😂😂😂

[@nicholastorres8514]

Honestly, got chills when the mom gave him the keychain. It's inspirational and uplifting just like the anime. Real shit man. Love it.