Zack Snyder, the Marvelous Maker of Movies
Director Zack Snyder is back in the news with exciting updates about his latest works. Snyder, the Hollywood maestro known for his work on the 2023 sci-fi film ‘Rebel Moon-Part One: A Child of Fire’, has revealed some interesting tidbits about future plans. Think of this guy as the LEGO builder of the film world, layer by layer, setting up an exciting visual experience for viewers!
‘Rebel Moon – A Tale of Two Parts
‘Rebel Moon’, was Snyder’s space-themed film that splashed on to the scene in 2023. It was met with a lot of mmm’s and uhh’s, with viewers half-loving and half-not-so-much-loving the movie during its theatrical release. However, when it arrived on Netflix, it turned heads and caught eyes.
The film had been split into two parts, with the second installment called ‘The Scargiver’. Interesting name, right? This two-part approach was unusual, and it certainly created a buzz among Netflix users.
Playing More in the Moonlit Sandbox
Snyder isn’t putting a lid on his ‘Rebel Moon’ treasure chest just yet either. Mark your calendars for August 2, 2024. That’s the date set for the release of an extended edition of ‘Rebel Moon’. This revamped edition will boost the series and has been rated R for its mature content. Netflix’s backing signals it’s keen to support Snyder’s space odyssey.
Zombies Reborn with ‘Army Of The Dead’
Switching gears here, let’s not forget Snyder’s earlier zombie thrillers. Remember ‘Dawn of the Dead’ from 2004? The movie tells the tale of survivors wrestling with a zombie apocalypse in a shopping mall. Fast forward to 2021, and Snyder revisited the zombie world with ‘Army of the Dead’. This time, the scenario upgraded from a shopping mall to flashy casinos.
Despite mixed reviews, ‘Army of the Dead’ did inspire an amusing spin-off, the creatively named ‘Army Of Thieves’. This was like an appetizer before the main course, giving fans insights into the universe in which ‘Army of the Dead’ operates. Rumors about a sequel have been floating around, and Snyder’s hoping to shed some light.
Hopes for the ‘Army Of the Dead’ Future
In a recent chat with film site Looper, Snyder shared his dreams for the ‘Army of the Dead’ series. He sees vast potential in this world of zombies. His wish is for Netflix to give this franchise the green light for expansion, perhaps even prioritising it over ‘Rebel Moon’.
Waiting for the Moon to Rise
As it stands, Netflix’s gaze has been firmly fixed on the ‘Rebel Moon’ series. It doesn’t seem too clear whether they’ll switch paths anytime soon. Snyder’s fans, however, are waiting with bated breath to see if Netflix will give the thumbs up for expanding the ‘Army Of The Dead’ universe.
Return to ‘Rebel Moon’
The release date of the extended cut of ‘Rebel Moon’ was pushed to August 2nd, 2024. Why, you might ask? It’s because Snyder wants it to be exactly right. Known for liking to add a bit of spice to his films with mature content and violence, Snyder wanted this film to keep its R-rating.
Zack Snyder, The Director with A Director’s Cut
Snyder has an interesting history with director’s cuts. They say that behind every director’s successful cut, there’s a considerable amount of creativity. The extended cut of ‘Rebel Moon’, which originally had an NC-17 rating, was tuned to an R-rating under Snyder’s guidance.
Now, with Netflix’s support, fans are eagerly awaiting the release of this epic. Snyder’s ‘Rebel Moon 1 and 2′ and ‘Army of the Dead’ are now streaming on Netflix. As for whether Snyder’s hope for an ‘Army of the Dead’ sequel will come true or not, well, only time will tell. Because in Hollywood, as in life, anything can happen. And in this case, anything means zombies. Or aliens. Stay tuned, folks!
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