Triple Threat: Natasha Lyonne, Sean Lennon & Evan Ross Launch Ariadne; ‘Vitruvian Scumbag’ Transhumanism Docuseries Inaugural Offering From Indie Studio
Natasha Lyonne, Sean Lennon, and Evan Ross have launched an indie studio named Ariadne, which aims to support creators in navigating the entertainment industry. Their first project is a docuseries titled 'Vitruvian Scumbag,' focusing on transhumanism and the implications of technology on modern life. The studio seeks to create economic opportunities for creators while addressing issues of sustainability and support within the industry.
- ▪Ariadne is co-founded by Natasha Lyonne, Sean Lennon, and Evan Ross.
- ▪The studio's inaugural project is a docuseries called 'Vitruvian Scumbag' that began filming last month.
- ▪Ariadne aims to provide a revenue-sharing model for creators and support structures for their well-being.
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(L-R) Evan Ross, Natasha Lyonne, & Sean Lennon Getty EXCLUSIVE: A supergroup by any other name: Natasha Lyonne, Evan Ross and Sean Lennon have banded together to form indie studio Ariadne. Hitting the ground and the Croisette running, the first project from the new endeavor is transhumanism docuseries Vitruvian Scumbag, which started filming last month. With a moniker drawn from Greek mythology, the trio intends for Ariadne to be a revenue-sharing hub for creators to navigate IP, wellness tech, production, distribution and the digital economy pipeline.
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