drama Line (Beef) It’s one of the titles that Netflix will launch this year that bears the A24 seal of approval. The film studio is one of the most prestigious today for having been at the origin of films like Everything everywhere at the same time (winner of seven Oscars), The whale (Oscar for best actor), Moonlight (Oscar for Best Picture) and others that total more than 50 Oscar nominations.

The official trailer was released this Wednesday and features Steve Yeun’s main performances (to pain there the Walking Dead) and Ali Wong (maybe forever there paper girls). Rounding out the cast are Maria Bello, Joseph Lee, Young Mazino, David Choe, Patti Yasutake, Ashley Park, Justin H. Min, Mia Serafino and Remy Holt. The ten-episode series is the original creation of Lee Sung Jin (Silicon Valley), which is listed as showrunner and executive producer.

Steve Yeun and Ali Wong stars "Line", a comedy-drama created by Lee Sung Jin.  (Netflix)
Steve Yeun and Ali Wong star in “Bronca,” a comedy-drama created by Lee Sung Jin. (Netflix)

According to the official synopsis, “It is the story of the aftermath of a road rage incident between two strangers. Danny Cho (Steven Yeun), a failed and resentful entrepreneur, is pitted against Amy Lau (Ali Wong), a businesswoman with a colorful life. With the stakes ever rising, the two will see their lives and relationships unravel in this heartwarming dark comedy series.

In a press release, Jinny Howe, VP of Drama and Original Series Development at Netflix, said they were thrilled to partner with “Lee Sung Jin and help bring this rich series to life with the inimitable Steven Yeun and Ali”. ”. He added, “Sung Jin created a bold and sometimes outrageous world. It’s an honest and powerful character study of two people searching for a connection in the most unlikely way.”

The first season will consist of ten episodes.  (Netflix)
The first season will consist of ten episodes. (Netflix)

In this respect, the director confessed to having felt honored to have worked with this team on the project of Line and referenced the point where it all started: “Ali Wong, Steven Yeun, A24 and Netflix. They are a dream team and I am honored to collaborate with them. I’m also grateful to the guy who yelled at me in traffic three years ago. I didn’t let him, and now we have a show.”

Without a doubt, after winning several Oscars and being recognized at the Emmys for youth drama Euphoria, the A24 company is going through its finest moment in the film and television industry. In the future, it could be compared to other major film companies, albeit with a very particular style. His productions are not commercial, but of an independent style.

Under the seal of A24, "Line" It promises to be one of the most significant series of the year.  (Netflix)
Under the A24 label, “Bronca” promises to be one of the most striking series of the year. (Netflix)

All chapters of Line They can be seen from April 6 on Netflix.

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