After many obstacles, including production delays and directorial changes, the remake of the 1994 film The Crow is finally set to release on August 23. Originally based on a comic series by James O’Barr, the franchise saw three sequels between 1996 and 2005. However, in 2008, a new direction was signaled. Instead of another sequel, a remake was announced, which would mark a significant shift from the existing storyline.
Key Takeaways:
– The Crow remake is finally set to release on August 23 after more than a decade in the making.
– Rupert Sanders directs, with Zach Baylin and William Josef Schneider handling script revisions.
– Bill Skarsgard stars as Eric Draven, while FKA Twigs plays Shelly Webster.
– The film retells the love story of Eric and Shelly before their brutal murders.
– Director Alex Proyas of the original 1994 film has voiced his disapproval of the remake.
The Journey to Reviving The Crow
The path to the remake was not smooth. Creative differences, scheduling issues, and studio conflicts played their part in hindering the production process. Various directors, including Stephen Norrington, Juan Carlos Fresnadillo, F. Javier Gutierrez, and Corin Hardy once held the director’s baton. Multiple actor names, including Bradley Cooper, Channing Tatum, and Ryan Gosling, were linked to the role performed by Brandon Lee in the original film. Kristen Stewart was also considered for the role of Eric’s slain girlfriend, Shelly Webster. However, none of these turned fruitful.
The Creative Team Finally Brings The Crow to Life
After years in development hell, the remake of The Crow finally commenced production in 2022 under the able guidance of Rupert Sanders and a fresh script from Oscar-nominated writer Zach Baylin and William Josef Schneider. Sanders resonated with the idea of retelling a story involving dark romance and the ethereal veil between life and death.
Unlike the original movie, the remake focuses more on the romantic journey of Eric Draven (Bill Skarsgard) and Shelly Webster (FKA twigs) before their horrific murders. Their love story gets a spotlight before the violence infiltrates their lives.
Introducing the Cast of The Crow Remake
Bill Skarsgard, best known for his role as Pennywise in Stephen King’s It, fills the shoes of Eric Draven in the remake. The character of Shelly Webster, the joy and soul of Eric, is portrayed by singer-songwriter FKA Twigs. Danny Huston, Isabella Wei, Laura Birn, Sami Bouajila, Jordan Bolger, and David Bowles form the supporting cast of the film.
The Trailer and the Story
The official trailer released online in March provided a glimpse of what to expect from the remake. From a deeper dive into the love story of Eric and Shelly to Eric’s painful journey seeking revenge, the trailer promises an intense cinematic experience. The new trailer released at the CinemaCon event further expanded on the plot, presenting Eric’s resurrection and his battlefield with the crime family responsible for his and Shelly’s murders.
Criticism and Controversy Over the Remake
The remake has already sparked controversy even before its release. Alex Proyas, the director of the 1994 original film, has been vocally critical about the decision to remake The Crow. Remembering Brandon Lee, who died during the making of the 1994 version, Proyas views the original film as Lee’s legacy that ought to remain untouched.
Are you looking forward to watching how the remake of The Crow has shaped up? Share your thoughts and expectations with us. Despite the mixed reactions, one thing is for sure: the much-anticipated retelling of The Crow will hit the screens soon, and audiences worldwide can finally make their judgment.
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