James Gunn is the visionary director behind the beloved Marvel’s “Guardians of the Galaxy” and DC’s “The Suicide Squad”. He is no stranger to pushing boundaries and redefining the superhero genre. His unique blend of humor, heart, and action has resonated with audiences worldwide, solidifying his position as a major force in the ever-evolving comic book movie landscape.
The Guardians were not very famous in comics when compared to other teams. However, Gunn helped make them a global name. While fans believe that the MCU has seen a dip in quality post-Endgame, everyone is all-praise for Gunn’s GotG Volume 3. Besides its emotionally packed story, the movie also had an action scene which is considered to be one of the best in the MCU.
James Gunn Reveals the VFX Breakdown of the Final Fight of Guardians of the Galaxy Volume 3
James Gunn recently took to X to share the VFX breakdown for the Guardians of the Galaxy Volume 3 final fight scene. The final fight in the movie wasn’t just a flashy display of superpowers or an earth-shattering clash. Instead, it was a bittersweet, desperate scramble for survival, perfectly mirroring the film’s emotional core.
Surrounded by the monsters of the High Evolutionary, the Guardians fought not for glory or conquest, but to protect each other and escape with their lives.Despite the grounded nature of the fight, the scene wasn’t devoid of VFX brilliance.
Weta FX, the wizards behind the film’s stunning visuals, employed a combination of practical effects and CGI to bring the monstrous creations to life. Gunn took to X to applaud the efforts of each and everyone involved in making things happen.
“My stunt crew, actors, and I worked on this sequence a long time, But I worked with the VFX folks over at @WetaFXofficial the longest, who brought everything together.” – James Gunn on X
What is Next For James Gunn?
James Gunn is currently the co-chairman and co-CEO of DC Studios alongside Peter Safran. The innovative mind of Gunn has bestowed the responsibility to lead DC’s overhaul, beginning with directing 2025’s Superman Legacy.
The movie will feature a younger version of the Man of Steel but it would not be an origin story. Superman Legacy will also mark the debut of Guy Gardener aka Green Lantern in DC Universe. Currently, the movie is set for a 2025 release and will begin the new DC Universe which, as of now, unfortunately does not include Henry Cavill and Ben Affleck.
