Chris Renoboss I am despicable 4He expressed hesitation towards the idea of turning the beloved animated franchise into a live-action film. After directing the first two installments in I am despicable After returning for the fourth installment, Reno was a key figure in shaping the series. He also served as a producer on the 2015 series. following And 2022 Servants: Puppy Climbing.
In a recent interview with Film Hounds, Reno was asked about the possibility of a Minions movie, and his answer was immediate and clear.
“God, I hope it’s not like that. That’s my answer.”
Reno explained his position, explaining that some stories and scenes are best told through one medium, and it is often better to preserve that medium to preserve the essence of the narrative.
“I mean if there were conversations [about live-action remakes]I wasn't aware of it. But to me, what's great about the world is that it's dynamic, and it allows us to survive what we survive. Like locking a henchman in a vending machine or blowing up a puppy when Victor attacks. [voiced by Jason Segel]These are really cartoonish ideas, like the ones in the Bugs Bunny cartoon.
I think it would be completely different if you did a live version. For me personally, it's not very appealing. But again, who knows what might happen, but that's my personal feeling about it.
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This sentiment is echoed by Pixar's chief creative officer, Pete Docter. In previous interviews, Docter has said that films like Ratatouille and higher It would be difficult to translate into live action due to its unique story, creative concepts, and visual style.
Disney's Success with Live Action Movies
There is no doubt that the magic of animation lies in its ability to create worlds and characters that are not bound by the constraints of reality. Despite this fact and despite the challenges associated with live-action adaptations, Disney has achieved great success in this field. Films such as The Lion King, Aladdinand beauty and the beast It has been reimagined in live-action formats. Upcoming films looking to continue this trend include: snow white and Moana.
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Directed by Jon Favreau, 2019 The Lion KingThe film grossed over $1.6 billion worldwide. That same year, Guy Ritchie's film Aladdin The film grossed over $1 billion worldwide and was widely praised for its visual effects and performances. beauty and the beastBill Condon's “The Last Hour” was also considered a faithful adaptation of the story, and easily crossed the $1 billion mark.
While these success stories are a testament to the ability of live-action films to translate a beloved scene into something that resonates with audiences, not all animated films are suited to this format. For now, animated film fans are still following The animated franchise can look forward to more animated franchises coming in the future. Illumination and Universal have already announced plans for Minions 3which will be released in theaters on June 30, 2027, and will be directed by Pierre Coffin.
