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All-New Adaptation of ‘The Crow’ Flies into Theaters this Summer

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Key Takeaways:
– Not a remake, but a brand-new adaptation of James O’Barr’s comic series, The Crow, is coming to theaters on the 23rd of August.
– Rupert Sanders, the director of Snow White and the Huntsman, is the man behind this rendition, with Oscar nominee Zach Baylin penning the screenplay.
– Bill Skarsgard is the lead actor, playing the role of Eric, alongside singer FKA twigs as Shelly.
– The franchise that started in 1994 has undergone numerous changes, with several directors and actors included and then dropped over time.
– With the release date nearing, Lionsgate has begun airing TV spots featuring new footage from the upcoming movie.

Delving Deeper into the Project

Again to set the records straight, let’s not call this a remake. Lionsgate, the guys behind this project, want us to know that this is a fresh adaptation of the beloved comic book series, The Crow, penned by James O’Barr. So, in simple terms, they didn’t just copy the old one but came up with something new based on the original content.

Now let’s talk about the team who pulled this off. The director’s chair is occupied by Rupert Sanders – you might know him from Snow White and the Huntsman. Zach Baylin, who had received an Oscar nomination for King Richard, is behind the screenplay. This movie is brought to life by the efforts of producers Victor Hadida, Molly Hassell, John Jencks, and Edward R. Pressman, with Dan Farah as the executive producer.

A Look at the Story and Characters

So, what’s the story about? It centers around Eric and Shelly, two soulmates with some unfortunate destiny. Eric, played by Bill Skarsgard (hope you remember him from IT!), and Shelly, depicted by singer FKA twigs, find their lives brutally taken away. Eric death’s isn’t the end, though. He gets a shot at saving his one true love, taking revenge on those people who messed up their lives.

Apart from Skarsgard and twigs, The Crow features Danny Huston, who plays the baddie. The cast also includes David Bowles, Isabella Wei, Laura Birn, Sami Bouajila, and Jordan Bolger.

The Journey of ‘The Crow’

James O’Barr’s comic series The Crow debuted on the big screen back in 1994. The franchise then saw three sequels, each one featuring a different character brought back from the dead. Now here’s where it gets a bit messy: a new version of The Crow was announced way back in 2008 but faced a ton of setbacks. There were twists and turns, with many screenwriters joining and leaving, scripts created and discarded, and even some studios going bankrupt. A list of directors including Stephen Norrington, Juan Carlos Fresnadillo, Corin Hardy, and Francisco Javier Gutiérrez stepped in at different times during this complicated journey. There were also a bunch of actors who were considered for the lead role such as Bradley Cooper, Mark Wahlberg, Tom Hiddleston, Luke Evans, Jason Momoa, and Jack Huston.

Wrapping Up

With the release date just around the corner, keep an eye out for TV spots about the film. Are you excited to see this all-new adaptation of The Crow? Watch the TV spots, then let us know in the comments below! And remember, don’t call it a remake!

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Megan Dianehttps://www.projectcasting.com
Hi, I'm Megan Browne, the Head of Partnerships at Project Casting - a job board for the entertainment industry. As Head of Partnerships, I help businesses find the best talent for their influencer campaigns, photo shoots, and film productions. Creating these partnerships has enabled me to help businesses scale and reach their true potential. I'm excited to continue driving growth by connecting people with projects they're passionate about.

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