The Highlander reboot can be Chad Stahelski’s subsequent movie.
The 55-year-old filmmaker has been growing the remake of the traditional 1986 fantasy movie for a number of years and it has been confirmed that the undertaking, which stars Henry Cavill within the lead function, can be his subsequent foray behind the digital camera.
The announcement is a part of a brand new deal between Stahelski and Lionsgate that may give the director oversight of the Highlander and John Wick franchises for the studio.
Chad stated in a press release: “I’m happy to develop my relationship with Lionsgate on this new function overseeing the John Wick universe and its additional growth.
“John Wick could be very near my coronary heart and having the ability to proceed guiding him can be a marvel for me. I’m very comfortable to additionally launch one other franchise with Highlander, a world so wealthy in fascinating tales to inform.”
The unique Highlander movie starred Christopher Lambert, Clancy Brown and the late Sean Connery as immortal beings who hunt one another to amass extra energy.
It was notable for its catchphrase “There Can Solely Be One” and the Queen soundtrack, which ultimately spawned 4 sequels and three tv spin-offs.
It hasn’t been confirmed whether or not Henry can be taking part in a brand new character or one from a earlier undertaking, however Chad is aware of the previous Superman star has the “physicality and empathy” to guide the movie.
He stated: “Henry clearly has the physique, however that does not imply a lot if you cannot convey the empathy of a personality who has lived 500 years, and I wanted somebody who may do each.
“The character’s arc spans lots of of years and develops into many various personalities, all of which lengthen the timeline of his emotional progress.
“Then, throughout our first assembly, my suspicions had been confirmed: Henry instantly began speaking concerning the concept of the burden of immortality and you possibly can see in his eyes that he may rework from a younger and vibrant soul to an previous and sensible soul. “It had that mixture that fascinated me.”
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