Following Marvel Studios' official announcement that "Thunderbolts*" director Jake Schreier would helm the new "X-Men" film, rebooting the classic superhero team with a fresh perspective, Marvel President Kevin Feige recently revealed during promotions for "The Fantastic Four" that the new "X-Men" iteration would be "distinctly different" from past films starring Hugh Jackman and others.
Schreier confirmed this in an interview with The Playlist, acknowledging that the new project would feature a vastly different style and theme from its predecessors. He stated that it was fair to say that exploring such rich source material and leveraging its inherent scale presented an incredibly rare opportunity for him.
He also emphasized that the core value of "X-Men" lies in its complexity, particularly the characters' struggles with identity and their place in the world. He noted that the internal conflicts of these characters and their relationships with the world inherently create a compelling tension.
Feige further disclosed that the new film would center on a "younger generation," a focus that would be reflected in both casting and overall tone. He described it as an "X-Men" movie with a youthful perspective and a fresh look, not only updating its style but also aligning more closely with contemporary audiences' emotions and values.
Details on how these new characters will officially integrate into the Marvel Cinematic Universe remain under wraps. However, key actors from the original "X-Men" series, including Hugh Jackman, Patrick Stewart, and Ian McKellen, are reportedly expected to reunite in an upcoming Avengers film.
via： Variety The Playlist