It seems Warner Bros. still hasn't found a filmmaker
they feel will be able to bring their ideal vision of The Flash to the big
screen.
Dope director Rick Famuyiwa, who had been on board
since July and was helping develop the superhero movie, has abandoned the
project citing creative differences as the reason behind his decision.
Famuyiwa, who took over the project from Seth Grahame-Smith and had already helped cast Kiersey
Clemons and Billy Crudup in key roles, was in pre-production for a March 2017 beginning
of principal photography. Famuyiwa's departure from the project, which opens in theaters on March 16, 2018, will likely
mean the delay of the movie's start of production since Ezra Miller, who is
playing the titular hero already has a commitment in July.
"When I was approached by Warner Bros and DC
about the possibility of directing The Flash, I was excited about the
opportunity to enter this amazing world of characters that I loved growing up,
and still do to this day," said Famuyiwa in a statement to THR.
He added: "I was also excited to work with Ezra
Miller, who is a phenomenal young actor. I pitched a version of the film in
line with my voice, humor, and heart. While it’s disappointing that we couldn’t
come together creatively on the project, I remain grateful for the opportunity.
I will continue to look for opportunities to tell stories that speak to a fresh
generational, topical, and multicultural point of view. I wish Warner Brothers,
DC, Jon Berg, Geoff Johns, and Ezra Miller all the best as they continue their
journey into the speed force."
According to THR, Famuyiwa's vision for the film
didn't coincide with the one from Warner's, who sources claim is less edgier.
Source - THR
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