Adam Wingard talks about the special edition that brings ThunderCats to the big screen
In a universe where colossi clash and animated legends find their place in cinema, Adam Wingard finds himself at a crossroads in his creative career. Godzilla vs. Kong, the filmmaker may be giving life to an eighties dream: turning ThunderCats into a live-action masterpiece. But will this be the next chapter in his filmography?
The progress of silence to the cinema is an important chapter
Little has been known about the project since Wingard began work on bringing ThunderCats, the hit animated series under the Warner Bros. wing, to the live-action arena in March 2021. But, amid the echoes of epic battles and the clamor of MonsterVerse, Wingard hasn’t stopped combing through the eighties’ character script, revealing his unwavering commitment to longtime collaborator Simon Barrett in a recent interview with io9.
The direction Wingard takes after Godzilla x Kong resonates with anticipation. While his commitment to the giant monster universe remains strong, the director has indicated that ThunderCats is among his current priorities. Wingard and Barrett’s passion for bringing the world of Leo-O, Tygra, Cheetah and company to life promises to not only rekindle nostalgia, but breathe new life into these heroes.
A heritage that preserves rebirth
In the year Since its inception in 1985, Warrior Cats has captured the imagination of generations, although it hasn’t been able to keep up the momentum with the likes of 2011’s ThunderCats Roar in 2020. However, the recent revival of the comic book franchise by Dynamite Entertainment suggests that the appetite for the adventures of these space animals is far from extinct.
With The New Empire poised to surpass the box office and redefine expectations, the possibility remains that Wingard will dive back into the MonsterVerse. However, the director is also eyeing other projects including the action thriller Face/Off. Wingard’s decision could signal the start of a new era for both ThunderCats and animated superhero cinema.
Wingard’s career in cinema
Wingard is no stranger to the responsibility of bringing great legends to the big screen. From Godzilla vs. Kong has demonstrated his ability to handle compelling narratives and popular characters, preparing him for the challenge that ThunderCats represents. This transition from titanic monsters to animated heroes is presented not only as a genre shift, but also as an opportunity for Wingard to explore new creative dimensions.
The origin of the character from the 1980s offers a lot of heroic, adventurous and generational inner values. When comparing ThunderCats to other popular characters from the same era, it highlights the unique blend of science fiction and fantasy that Wingard seeks to celebrate and expand upon. From his point of view, the prospect of seeing how these characters will be adapted and updated will create anticipation and excitement among fans.
Waiting full of expectations
As Godzilla x Kong prepares to hit screens on March 29, fans are on the edge of their seats for not only the clash of the titans, but the cinematic future of the beloved ’80s feline. Wingard, at the pinnacle of his work, has the potential to unite two extraordinary worlds where the legends of our childhoods scream louder than ever. The question remains: Will the ThunderCats be the next jewel in Wingard’s crown, or will they return to the depths of the MonsterVerse to another mythic scale? Only time, and Wingard’s vision, will reveal the next chapter of this remarkable story.