‘Sonic the Hedgehod 3’ Director Jeff Fowler Talks Reveals More Information About a Potential Sequel and More

by

As a lifelong fan of Sonic the Hedgehog, this interview with Jeff Fowler has left me absolutely electrified! The anticipation for the third film is building like a Chao in a Power Sphere, and the news that they’ve got another 25 years planned for the franchise? Oh boy, I might just need to get a new pair of sneakers to keep up with all the action!

The release date for Sonic the Hedgehog 3 has been confirmed as December 20, 2024. This upcoming film is anticipated to be another success in the series that draws from one of the most renowned video game franchises ever created. The first two movies garnered positive feedback, and early responses to this third installment have been extremely favorable.

In the upcoming movie, we’ll meet Shadow the Hedgehog, a character hinted at in the second film. This intriguing character will be brought to life by none other than Keanu Reeves. The release date is fast approaching, and anticipation is steadily building as we count down the days to next week’s grand premiere.

Following this, our pals over at The Hollywood Handle recently had a chat with the film’s director, Jeff Fowler. In this intriguing conversation, Fowler shared valuable insights about the future of the franchise and other upcoming projects. If you’re keen to stay informed, keep reading for all the latest updates!

As said, the The Hollywood Handle was an interesting one and Fowler answered several relevant questions. And, to be frank, the interview started on a very high note:

Christopher Mills (THH): To start off, let me ask you a question about Sonic’s future. With franchises such as Monsterverse, DC, and Marvel lasting up to 10 years or more, I was curious, how far ahead have you planned for the Sonic franchise?

Jeff Fowler: 25 years!

Christopher Mills (THH): 25 years, yeah (laughs)

Jeff Fowler: (Chuckles) Not yet, not all at once. It’s natural, with eagerness and anticipation, to peek ahead at potential possibilities.

We’ve enjoyed crafting cliffhangers at the end of every movie, leaving you with ideas about where the story might head next. However, films are a labor of love that we work on right up until the final moment they’re handed off. Generally, our attention is fixed on what lies ahead. But Sonic is a unique franchise, with over 30 years of captivating characters and countless exciting possibilities for the future.

The focus then shifted to the future of the franchise:

Christopher Mills (THH) expresses that Sonic the Hedgehog has a wealth of stories to share. Building upon your statement, he believes that the Sonic the Hedgehog films have mastered their approach to post-credit scenes, introducing characters and setting up sequels. In this film, based on the post-credit scene, it appears that the central theme for the next installment will likely revolve around the character or event hinted at in the closing moments.

Jeff Fowler: Indeed, I’m referring to the same notion as when you witness Shadow emerge from the Cryotube in Sonic 2, you can sense his significance and understand that he will be a central figure in the subsequent narrative – and yes, it’s true. We intentionally include these characters for a reason, not merely as an end credit teaser to please fans. Instead, we are eagerly anticipating the opportunity to work with them, as they excite us greatly.

Fowler further discussed Shadow in the interview, but the

Christopher Mills (THH): One last quick question, in any iteration of the drafts, was the Black Doom involved in the story?

Jeff Fowler explains: In the game I was involved with, Shadow the Hedgehog stood out prominently, and there were elements like the Black Arms and dramatic imagery such as a massive meteor. However, to create a more realistic narrative for this film, it seemed that Black Doom might have been too excessive.

In the full article, you’ll find even more insights through questions and answers. I recommend reading the entire piece, as what follows are highlights from the most captivating sections. Trust me, it’s well worth your time.

Read More

2024-12-16 18:44