Guardians of the Galaxy Who should direct?

[Silvermoth]

My first thought was Denis Villenueve (Arrival) but although he has a good track record with sci fi he might be a bit dour.

So maybe Jake Kasdan who did the last Jumanji movie which was heaps of fun and sort of suits the craziness Rolling Stones type feeling of the guardians?

 

[zephyrinthesky]

Kevin Forge - "Well, interviewing 70 directors for Black Widow was a pain in the ass, but it's done. Time for some summer vacation."

*reads Twitter*

"OH FOR !@#$'S SAKE"

 

[Spider-Fan]

Wright, if he was interested at all, would want plenty time to re-write the script to his own liking. So I'd say if Marvel is looking at filming in the first half of next year then Wright would be out of the question (He's also working on his own stuff, like Baby Driver 2).



Waititi is in the middle of Jojo Rabbit, which started filming at the end of May, hasn't yet wrapped, and will probably be in post-production until next year. He's out.




I disagree with both of those statements. Black didn't need the same vibe as Favreau, the Russo's didn't need the same vibe as Johnston (or Whedon), Waititi didn't need the same vibe as Brannagh (or Taylor), etc, etc.

Any worthwhile director who steps in will want to put their own stamp on it.

And, I think Waititi's vibe is way different to Gunn's.

Those franchises I do think needed retooling. In the Guardians case the entire narrative style is a big part of the appeal, in particular the musical soundtrack. The soundtracks drive the narrative of the story. The musical choices were not just pop songs used that people like, but songs that helped drive the narrative and the story, and the music was very much a part of Gunn's personal experience crafting the movies. If they go entirely away from that, I do think a big part of what we love about Guardians is lost. Do I know for sure the next director would do that? No, but it is a legitimate worry. The Guardians were written and directed by Gunn, and came from a place very personal to him. So I don't think it is the same situation as the examples you named.

 

[zephyrinthesky]

My first thought was Denis Villenueve (Arrival) but although he has a good track record with sci fi he might be a bit dour.

So maybe Jake Kasdan who did the last Jumanji movie which was heaps of fun and sort of suits the craziness Rolling Stones type feeling of the guardians?

Villeneuve is a great director but GOTG is absolutely not his style.

 

[Lip]

I disagree with both of those statements. Black didn't need the same vibe as Favreau, the Russo's didn't need the same vibe as Johnston (or Whedon), Waititi didn't need the same vibe as Brannagh (or Taylor), etc, etc.

Any worthwhile director who steps in will want to put their own stamp on it.

And, I think Waititi's vibe is way different to Gunn's.

I agree 100% with your last statement. Waititi's vibe (again, judging only by Ragnarok) is very different than Gunn's. Their style of humor is very different and I'd rather see a director with a more "whip-smart" style of comedy to helm the next one.

Now when it comes to your fisrt statement, I think the situation is different. Iron Man, Captain America and Thor were more "generic superhero movies", so yeah, the next director didn't need the "same vibe". But I feel like Guardians had a more unique style and quickly had its own identity. And I hope they keep some of this identity for the next one.

 

[Kuwolski]

Black didn't need the same vibe as Favreau, the Russo's didn't need the same vibe as Johnston (or Whedon), Waititi didn't need the same vibe as Brannagh (or Taylor), etc, etc.

Any worthwhile director who steps in will want to put their own stamp on it.

The issue I see is this, do they finish up Gunn's trilogy in the way (and tone) it was intended out of respect and proven financial success, or do they let a new director (or have the time) completely change everything as he/she see's fit and potentially upset the Guardians fan base and box office in doing so? This situation is unique, Gunn's voice is what put Guardians on the map and this was in a sense his baby. That fact that he is unable to finish what he started puts different expectations on a new director then he would have had had Gunn willingly passed the mantle when he were finished.

 

[Spider-Aziz]

I'm with the Taika Waititi camp.

 

[Webfoot Hero]

Considering Waititi is currently filming a movie and will need to do post-production, I just don't think he'll be available.

 

[vandiola]

Gerard Johnstone would do a pretty good job. Housebound and Samoan Wedding were hilarious but his comedy is definitely in Waititi's league than Gunn's

 

[pr0xyt0xin]

Luc Besson?


[BLACKOUT]But also James Gunn should do it...[/BLACKOUT]

 

[Webfoot Hero]

Besson just got accused of sexually assaulting an actress so I don't think Marvel will touch him with a 10 foot pole.

 

[zeptron]

Luc Besson?


[BLACKOUT]But also James Gunn should do it...[/BLACKOUT]

Wasn't he one of the ones that was hating on superhero movies?

 

[pr0xyt0xin]

Can Kevin Feige just direct?

 

[Harry Dresden]

Taika Waititi or... move the Russo Brothers to GoTG.

 

[writer0327]

Scott Derrickson maybe if Taika is unavailable. Keep it in the MCU family

 

[Moridin]

I agree 100% with your last statement. Waititi's vibe (again, judging only by Ragnarok) is very different than Gunn's. Their style of humor is very different and I'd rather see a director with a more "whip-smart" style of comedy to helm the next one.

Now when it comes to your fisrt statement, I think the situation is different. Iron Man, Captain America and Thor were more "generic superhero movies", so yeah, the next director didn't need the "same vibe". But I feel like Guardians had a more unique style and quickly had its own identity. And I hope they keep some of this identity for the next one.

Taika is way more "whip-smart" than Gunn, IMO. And I'm not just saying this in light of Gunn's firing, I'm on record saying I've found Gunn's humour to be by-and large juvenile and blunt, while Taika is playful and creative.

The issue I see is this, do they finish up Gunn's trilogy in the way (and tone) it was intended out of respect and proven financial success, or do they let a new director (or have the time) completely change everything as he/she see's fit and potentially upset the Guardians fan base and box office in doing so? This situation is unique, Gunn's voice is what put Guardians on the map and this was in a sense his baby. That fact that he is unable to finish what he started puts different expectations on a new director then he would have had had Gunn willingly passed the mantle when he were finished.

Which ever way it's cut it won't be the same film. They might have a "complete" draft of the script, but that's something that pretty much always gets tweaked up and through filming.

If you just want to get the thing done you can get a journeyman director to point and shoot the script, but it'll be an imitation of Gunn (i.e. not as good).

If you want to hire a good director, they will want to put their own stamp on it, so it'll be changed.

The only comparison I can think of is the Wright/Ant Man situation. IIRC that was much closer to filming, but it was Marvel that had the script re-written behind Wright's/Cornish's backs but then still wanted Wright to direct.

Taika Waititi or... move the Russo Brothers to GoTG.

As said previously, Waititi is in the middle of directing Jojo Rabbit.

And the Russo's have that other little thing they'll be working on until April, what was it called...? "Adventures Four" or something

Scott Derrickson maybe if Taika is unavailable. Keep it in the MCU family

Probably preparing Dr Strange 2 for late 2020.

 

[legendkillin]

Considering Waititi is currently filming a movie and will need to do post-production, I just don't think he'll be available.

I am expecting this to be delayed a bit. They never really gave it a specific date, Gunn was the one that would give all the updates. GOTG is a movie that does not rely too much on the other marvel movies and timelines. Now that it is with the Avengers it may, but a delay does not hurt.

 

[legendkillin]

Whoever it is will have to set up the cosmic stuff beyond GOTG. That is just going to be a must so the director can be an Edgar Wright type. Might have to try and stay within the current directors or bring a Whedon back if he wants to do better than AoU.

 

[Batmannerism]

Got to back the local hero, Taika all the way.
Even if they have to delay GOTG 3 so he's available.

Otherwise...... Matthew Vaughn? Joss Whedon ? Edgar Wright ?



Zack Snyder.....Lol. Just kidding !

 

[Moridin]

Got to back the local hero, Taika all the way.
Even if they have to delay GOTG 3 so he's available.

Otherwise...... Matthew Vaughn? Joss Whedon ? Edgar Wright ?

Zack Snyder.....Lol. Just kidding !

Delaying it is another question. What domino effect does that have on the entire slate? I think these are the flags they've officially planted:

May 1, 2020
July 31, 2020 (Black Widow?)
November 6, 2020 (Dr Strange 2?)

February 12, 2021
May 7, 2021
November 5, 2021

February 18, 2022
May 6, 2022
July 29, 2022

They could still potentially make GotG3 the May2020 date if they're quick about hiring someone new, they'd have 9-10 months in pre-production with filming next summer.
Black Widow could potentially be ready for May2020, but I don't think it'd be the kind of high-spectacle blockbuster Marvel would want for that date. DS2 probably isn't far enough along in development to make that date.

 

[legendkillin]

Delaying it is another question. What domino effect does that have on the entire slate? I think these are the flags they've officially planted:

May 1, 2020
July 31, 2020 (Black Widow?)
November 6, 2020 (Dr Strange 2?)

February 12, 2021
May 7, 2021
November 5, 2021

February 18, 2022
May 6, 2022
July 29, 2022

They could still potentially make GotG3 the May2020 date if they're quick about hiring someone new, they'd have 9-10 months in pre-production with filming next summer.
Black Widow could potentially be ready for May2020, but I don't think it'd be the kind of high-spectacle blockbuster Marvel would want for that date. DS2 probably isn't far enough along in development to make that date.

They shouldn't rush it just to reach a date. Marvel/Disney never fully stated GOTG 3 was coming out May 2020 we just assume because it is a big enough movie for May. Probably don't have enough time but if they wanted they could move Black Panther 2 into the spot if Coogler is back. That franchise is big enough for May now. The new director may want to rewrite things and they must be up to date with the MCU and future plans. Gunn knew what was going to happen in A4 and where Marvel wanted to go.

 

[superion]

Edgar Wright won't work with Marvel again. Whedon's recent twitter post makes him almost as toxic as Gunn and Taika Waititi appears to be unavailable. Matthew Vaughn seems to be a good choice based upon his X-Men movie and he mixes humor and action well.

 

[daddydivine]

Marvel found Waititi and Gunn, they can find another hidden gem.

I think the best thing to do is slide the Guardians to the background. Thankfully they mostly had self contained stories. So depending on the next Avengers movie we can live without them especially with the return of the rights.

 

[Moridin]

They shouldn't rush it just to reach a date. Marvel/Disney never fully stated GOTG 3 was coming out May 2020 we just assume because it is a big enough movie for May. Probably don't have enough time but if they wanted they could move Black Panther 2 into the spot if Coogler is back. That franchise is big enough for May now. The new director may want to rewrite things and they must be up to date with the MCU and future plans. Gunn knew what was going to happen in A4 and where Marvel wanted to go.

I think Coogler is off doing another film? "Wrong Answer", don't know when it's filming though.

Looking at the schedule, I don't see where it can be pushed back to because that means either:
- the whole slate gets pushed back and they have nothing for May2020 (and only 2 films for the year)

Or

-It's switched with another film, either BW or DS2, the only 2 far enough along in development to credibly make the date (but neither as far along as GotG3 is), which would still leave them a movie with a truncated schedule.

I think they'll plough ahead, find a new director ASAP and make the May2020 date.

 

[SPO2 Dalisay]

I am expecting this to be delayed a bit. They never really gave it a specific date, Gunn was the one that would give all the updates. GOTG is a movie that does not rely too much on the other marvel movies and timelines. Now that it is with the Avengers it may, but a delay does not hurt.

How long can you delay is the question. Chris Pratt hasn't been putting in the work that Chris Evans did and "you're just a dude" may slip some more if you wait too long. While Dave Bautista may be able to keep his mass can he cut weight like a body builder as he advances into his 50s?