James Wan, director of Aquaman and DC successes, hints at leaving superheroes. This could surprise DC fans but delight horror enthusiasts. The 46-year-old, known for crafting chilling tales, may direct The Conjuring: Last Rites.
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His potential shift to horror sparks anticipation. The acclaimed director’s exploration beyond superheroes marks a new chapter.
James Wan Hints At A Horror Comeback Post-Aquaman 2
Renowned for his mastery of horror with blockbuster hits like The Conjuring and Insidious. James Wan is dropping subtle hints about a thrilling return to the genre post his work on Aquaman 2.
While he’s ventured into the realm of big-budget filmmaking with projects like Furious 7 and the Aquaman series, Wan’s roots in horror persist. In a recent interview with Collider surrounding the release of Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom, Wan expressed a palpable desire to revisit the director’s chair for a smaller-scale horror film.
He acknowledged a creative itch, emphasizing his pattern of oscillating between large and small-scale projects. Wan revealed,
“You know, I have a tendency to want to go back and forth. So, whenever I make a smaller film, I wanna go and make a big film. Whenever I’m doing a big one, I’m like, “Oh, I wanna go and do a smaller film,” and when I do my smaller films, it tends to be a horror film. So, you know, I feel like the itch for horror is potentially calling, but we’ll see.”
Fans familiar with Wan’s knack for suspense and terror can expect a spine-chilling cinematic experience in his reportedly upcoming horror endeavor.
The anticipation for Wan’s next project builds, leaving audiences on edge for another cinematic journey into the depths of fear. However, previously teasing a potential third Aquaman movie, Wan’s creative trajectory showcases a dynamic dance between the vast and the intimate in the world of filmmaking.
James Wan Hints At Possible Plot For Aquaman 3
Wan, the visionary filmmaker steering the Aquaman series, sparks excitement among fans with allusions to the potential storyline in Aquaman 3. Notably recognized for his directorial prowess in the horror genre, Wan’s journey began with the groundbreaking 2004 film ‘Saw,’ birthing an entire franchise.
Venturing into the superhero domain in 2018 with Aquaman, which soared to a staggering $1.148 billion, becoming the highest-grossing DC movie. Wan now directs the much-anticipated sequel, Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom.
Despite a challenging period for DC Studios, marred by commercial setbacks in recent releases, expectations surround this sequel. While Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom is set to mark the closure of the DC Extended Universe (DCEU), the prospect of Aquaman 3 remains uncertain, even if the upcoming installment proves commercially successful.
In a recent interview with Entertainment Weekly, Wan reflects on Arthur Curry’s character evolution, emphasizing growth and direction. He stated,
“What I like between this one and the first one is you really do see the growth of Arthur. He starts off as this kind of wanderer, and in the second one, he finally has more of a direction of what he wants to do with his life.”
Further, the Australian filmmaker added,
“If and when there is a third one, that’s what it should be; it should be growing these characters because I think we’ve set up certain things in a good place in the second movie that you can definitely draw upon in a third.”
Though the fate of Aquaman 3 remains speculative, Wan envisions the narrative as a continuation of character development. It draws upon the foundations established in the second movie.
Without specific story details, Wan underscored the significance of character growth for the potential third Aquam8an installment.
