DC movie version of "Swamp Thing" looking for director after the show was canceled
2023-02-02
Although it has only been announced not long ago, the DCU has entered a substantive stage of preparation. According to foreign media reports, the new film "Swamp Thing" of "DCU Universe" has already found a suitable director.
James Mangold, who has directed films such as "Logan", "Ford v.Ferrari" and "Indiana Jones 5", is expected to direct the film and is in early negotiations. If it goes well, he will become a director across Marvel and DC.
It is said that James Mangold has been a fan of the character for many years, and has taken the initiative to put forward his ideas to the director and Peter Safran, and James Gunn negotiation prospects are quite promising.
It is understood that the film is a horror film with supernatural elements. It will explore the origin of the swamp monster and interact with other DC characters. However, the film has not yet revealed any script and storyline.
The swamp monster is a superhero of DC. Alec Holland, the soul in the body, was originally a scientist. He was assassinated during a secret experiment in the swamp and fell into the swamp from the boat, causing his body to merge with the swamp. , joined the Dark Justice League after turning into a half-human monster. Fight to protect his swamp home, the entire environment, and humanity from various supernatural or terrifying threats.
Back then, the tv serises of version of "Swamp Thing" directed by James Wan had just broadcast the first episode, and the show was canceled. James Wan was confused and tweeted. Now that Warner has picked up IP, it has set up a project and a long-term plan for the movie... I don't know how to evaluate Warner's future.