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Aquaman director James Wan explains why he wanted to tell “a standalone story”

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While it remains firmly entrenched in the DC Extended Universe, director James Wan has revealed to Den of Geek that he deliberately set out to tell “a standalone story” with Aquaman – one that wasn’t “necessarily part of a ‘cinematic universe.’” “We’ve seen him in other films, but I really wanted to tell a standalone story,” said […]

Aquaman director James Wan discusses the film’s Steven Spielberg and George Lucas influences

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James Wan, the director of Aquaman, has discussed the film’s 80s tone, explaining that he was influenced by Steven Spielberg, Tim Burton, and George Lucas. While fans around the world are getting ready to see James Wan’s Aquaman, those who have caught the picture already are noting its distinct 80s vibe, with Indiana Jones-esque adventures included. […]

Director James Wan is yet to sign on for Aquaman sequel

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Even before its bumper opening in China this past weekend, rumours had been circulating that Warner Bros. and DC Films are already in development on a sequel to this month’s DCEU blockbuster Aquaman. The original report stressed that plans were at the earliest stage, with Warner Bros. yet to enlist a writer, and it seems […]

Aquaman director James Wan wanted to reboot Blade

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James Wan, the director of Aquaman, once pitched a Blade reboot. These days James Wan is busy promoting his new film Aquaman for Warner Bros. and DC, his first foray into comic book movies. But this wasn’t the start of Wan’s interest in the genre. According to Wan, in a recent interview with the Happy […]

Second Opinion – Aquaman (2018)

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Aquaman, 2018. Directed by James Wan. Starring Jason Momoa, Amber Heard, Willem Dafoe, Patrick Wilson, Dolph Lundgren, Nicole Kidman, Yahya Abdul-Mateen II, Ludi Lin, Temuera Morrison, Michael Beach, Randall Park, Graham McTavish, Djimon Hounsou, John Rhys-Davies, Leigh Whannell, Sophia Forrest, Natalie Safran, and Julie Andrews. SYNOPSIS: The bastard son of a human fisherman and Atlanna, […]

Resident Evil reboot hires 47 Meters Down director

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Any fans of Capcom’s Resident Evil videogame franchise must have rejoiced at the news that horror supremo and Aquaman director James Wan was to produce a reboot for the big screen, and now Constantin Film have found their director in the form of 47 Meters Down‘s Johannes Roberts. According to Variety, Roberts will begin production early […]

Aquaman’s James Wan wants to direct a Batman horror movie

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James Wan, the director of Aquaman, has a fantasy about directing a horror version of Batman. Even though director James Wan is currently prepping for the release of Aquaman, this isn’t the only DC superhero property that he has had his eye on. In the past, Wan has dreamt about stepping behind the camera to make […]

Aquaman director James Wan “worried” about facing Mary Poppins Returns at the box office

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James Wan, director of Aquaman, has revealed that he is slightly “worried” about going head to head with Mary Poppins Returns at the box office. With no Star Wars movie available to dominate the box office this December, one would think there would be a little less competition for your money. However, with both Aquaman […]

Roughly 90% of Aquaman has been shot in IMAX, reveals James Wan

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If you’re planning on catching Aquaman in the IMAX format, then director James Wan has some exciting news for you as the filmmaker has revealed that “roughly 90%” of the movie has been shot using IMAX technology. DC movies have always been at the forefront of the IMAX format, with Christopher Nolan shooting around half an […]