Key Takeaways:
– Horror director Mike Flanagan expresses interest in collaborating with the DC Universe.
– Flanagan dismisses rumors of developing a Clayface project, calling it purely speculative.
– Flanagan is currently involved in creating a radical new take on the Exorcist franchise.
What’s the latest buzz in the film universe? Mike Flanagan, one of the top horror directors today, recently stated his interest in working with the DC Universe. While attending Fan EXPO Canada, Flanagan shared this exciting prospect with the audience, saying he has great admiration for James Gunn, both personally and professionally, and would love to participate in the universe Gunn has created.
Hotel intrigue, a Clayface feature?
Last year, it was rumored that Flanagan pitched an idea for a Clayface movie to Warner Bros. This movie would reportedly portray the Clayface character in a non-villainous role. However, Flanagan clarified that this news is merely speculative. To put it in his words, if such a project ever becomes real, Flanagan himself will make the big announcement.
Mingling with industry big-wigs, such as Peter Safran, the co-CEO of DC Studios, during the Paris Olympics has also led to speculation that Flanagan may be planning something with DC. However, this remains purely conjecture for now. Let’s wait and watch how this Hollywood potboiler pans out.
The world of DC offers a plethora of horror-focused characters, enabling Flanagan to bring his unique touch to the comic-based universe.
Flanagan’s Exorcist project
Before any potential dive into the DC universe, Mike Flanagan has a significant mission to accomplish. He has the reins of another major franchise: The Exorcist. Earlier this year, Flanagan announced that he’s developing a “radical new take” on this franchise.
Despite being set within the Exorcist universe, this venture won’t be a sequel to The Exorcist: Believer. Instead, it’s going to offer fresh, bold, and terrifying ingredients, as revealed by Flanagan. He’s aligning with Blumhouse for this project; a collaboration he’s looking forward to, given his history of successful partnerships with them.
The previous installment of the Exorcist series, The Exorcist: Believer, was envisioned to kick-start a new trilogy. However, lackluster box office performance and negative reviews made the studio reconsider their plans.
So, wrapped up in spooky suspense, we now wonder what Mike Flanagan could be directing next in the DC Universe. Stay tuned to find out!
