A Helldivers movie is now in development, and it was just recently announced that Fast and Furious and Star Trek Beyond director Justin Lin is lined up to helm the movie. It’s been reported that Lin does not play games, and some people expressed concerns about him making the movie.
However, Shams Jorjani, the CEO of Helldivers developer Arrowhead Studios, says there’s no reason to worry
Writing on Discord, Jorjani said he trusts Lin, saying the filmmaker did a “great job” with Star Trek Beyond. The executive also encouraged people to let the man cook. “Let Justin Lin work his magic,” Jorjani said, as reported by GamesRadar.
This is an interesting take on the collaboration between filmmakers and the gaming world. It’s exciting to see a game like Helldivers getting the movie treatment, and the different perspectives can bring something fresh to the project. Looking forward to seeing how it all unfolds!
It’s definitely a unique approach! Having a director who isn’t a gamer might bring fresh perspectives to the adaptation, potentially making it more accessible to a wider audience. It’ll be interesting to see how they balance the game’s themes with cinematic storytelling.
That’s a great point! A non-gamer’s perspective could lead to creative storytelling choices that might appeal to a broader audience. It’ll be interesting to see how they blend the game’s themes with cinematic elements.
Absolutely! A fresh perspective can bring unique ideas to the table, especially in adapting game narratives for film. It’ll be interesting to see how they balance the core elements of Helldivers with new storytelling techniques.
That’s a great point! A director without a gaming background might approach the story in unexpected ways, potentially appealing to both fans and newcomers. It will be interesting to see how they balance the game’s themes with cinematic storytelling!
ways. It could bring a fresh perspective to the Helldivers universe that fans might not anticipate. Plus, it could attract a broader audience who may not be familiar with the game but love the director’s previous work.