Hollywood is adapting Nintendo’s Legend of Zelda series into a live-action film, and while there’s a lot of excitement surrounding the upcoming film, there’s also some concern.
With that in mind, the film’s director Wes Ball (known for The Maze Runner Trilogy) told Total Film that he understands how “important” the Zelda franchise is to fans — with his goal to “fulfill people’s greatest desires.”
He also gave fans an idea of what to expect – explaining how he wants it to be “serious” and a “real movie”, while also offering a sense of escapism:
“That’s the thing I want to try to create – it has to feel like something real. Something serious and cool, but fun and wacky.”
Back in December, the Zelda live-action director mentioned that he wanted the film to feel a bit like a “live-action Miyazaki” film, referring to Studio Ghibli working as Carried away by spirits. Ball then also mentioned that he is a big fan of the Zelda series.
Earlier this year, Sony’s CEO chimed in, noting that the Zelda movie would deliver a “wonderful story of adventure and discovery.”
In addition to Wes Ball’s involvement, Nintendo’s Shigeru Miyamoto is confirmed to be working with producer Avi Arad on the film, with Sony co-financing it.
