The Unstoppable Fast & Furious Saga
If you’re a fan of high-speed car chases and thrilling action, then you know all about the Fast & Furious franchise. With a whopping ten movies to its name, there’s no surprise that this series is loved by fans worldwide. Stars like Vin Diesel have become familiar faces, no different from Tom Cruise in the Mission Impossible saga. But did you know that Diesel’s involvement goes beyond playing Dominic Toretto?
Could Vin Diesel Have Directed Fast & Furious 8?
Have you ever asked yourself what’s better than acting in a hit franchise? Perhaps directing it too! After Furious 7 made truckloads of cash around the world, Diesel revealed the team was busy getting Fast& Furious 8 ready. However, as production started in 2017, there was no director in sight. That’s when Diesel’s mother, Delora Vincent, suggested an exciting idea. She proposed Diesel should don the director’s hat for Fast & Furious 8! Diesel liked the idea and shared this news on a Facebook post. Interestingly, not everyone shared the same opinion, particularly Universal Pictures.
Universal Pictures vs Vin Diesel: A Behind-the-Scenes Tussle
Universal Pictures, the powerhouse behind the franchise, didn’t think Diesel directing was a great idea. After James Wan, the director of Furious 7, declined to return for the next film, finding a new director was proving to be tough. Wan has talked about the tough task of shooting these films—constant script rewrites were just the tip of the iceberg. Diesel, who wanted to honor the memory of his late co-star Paul Walker, often wanted changes to the script. While his intentions were sincere, it undeniably led to some major delays.
Diesel’s Stamp on The Franchise
Despite the drama, Diesel stayed focused on honoring Walker’s legacy and maintaining the movie’s quality. Sure, things got a little stressful for everyone involved, but Diesel’s dedication can’t be ignored. Although he wasn’t officially up for the director’s job, Universal Pictures did consult with him when choosing the new director. Fascinating, right?
Diesel’s Handprints All Over The Fast & Furious Saga
To sum up, Diesel’s role in Fast & Furious extends beyond just playing Dominic Toretto. Behind the scenes, he’s as influential as his onscreen character, and this influence goes beyond the franchise. He plays a similar role in other productions such as the xXx and Riddick movies. Even though he wasn’t chosen to direct Fast & Furious 8, his involvement ensures the series maintains its thrilling, high-speed energy.
If you want to experience all the Fast & Furious excitement, you can catch the films on Amazon Prime Video.
Vin Diesel’s almost-directorial stint is just another layer to the Fast & Furious saga. We can’t wait to see what’s next for this star and the franchise!
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