The Warcraft movie will be released in a few days
1. The first trailer was revealed in November 2015
The first trailer for the blockbuster movie Warcraft was unveiled at the end of last year: November 2015. The initial images from this movie were only featured in a mere 16 seconds, showcasing a few scenes from the battle between Orcs and Humans.
After this “trailer of the trailer,” an official trailer was released just 4 days later, which made fans “restless” and sparked numerous debates across various platforms regarding Warcraft. Blizzard Entertainment and Legendary Pictures were well aware of how to “cater” to their fans.
The official trailer of the Warcraft movie
2. Director Duncan Jones was not the first choice for Warcraft
Duncan Jones is not only the director of the Warcraft film but also the son of the famous singer David Bowie. This 42-year-old director previously achieved significant success with films like Source Code (2011) and Moon (2009), both of which received high praise from audiences and critics alike.
Director Duncan Jones
However, Duncan Jones was not the first director chosen for Warcraft; that title belonged to Sam Raimi, who gained fame for the Spider-Man series. The reason for the director change back in 2012 was quite simple: Raimi was too busy with the film Oz the Great and Powerful (2013).
Director Sam Raimi, known for the Spider-Man series
3. Most cast members are newcomers
Two main characters, Lothar and Durotan, can be regarded as key figures of the Human and Orc races, and they are portrayed by the relatively unknown actors Travis Fimmel and Toby Kebbell.
As of now, Fimmel is better known for his role in a television series, while Kebbell has previously played supporting roles in films such as Prince of Persia (2010) and Fantastic Four (2015), as well as a cop in Woody Allen’s Match Point (2005). However, the achievements and performances of these two actors have been noted by many, and everyone is looking forward to an outstanding performance in the blockbuster Warcraft.
Travis Fimmel, Paula Patton, and Toby Kebbell
4. The movie is designed for audiences unfamiliar with the Warcraft universe
Fundamentally, the blockbuster Warcraft was developed to appeal to both fans and audiences who may not know much about this expansive universe.
The film revolves around the struggle for the land of Azeroth and the stories behind the two factions: Humans and Orcs. The Human race is primarily led by the knight Anduin Lothar (Travis Fimmel), while the Orcs are led by the chieftain Durotan (Toby Kebbell). The battle occurs when a portal to another world is opened, connecting the two realms.
The character Durotan played by Toby Kebbell
Of course, if you are a Warcraft fan, you would certainly know that the portal mentioned is the Dark Portal. Understanding the reasons behind the Human mage Medivh’s opening of the portal, and realizing why the Orcs are so eager to invade Azeroth, are key elements of the story.
The mage Medivh is the one who opens the Dark Portal
5. The Hulk’s green skin inspired the design of Orc characters
Director Duncan Jones emphasized the importance of character design in Warcraft. With the goal of creating memorable visuals, he hired specialists to create unique character models, including Bill Westenhofer, Jeff White, and Jason Smith.
Moreover, among these three, Jeff White previously worked on the character design for the Hulk in The Avengers, and Duncan Jones was very impressed with White’s approach. Interestingly, he also stated that the Hulk’s green skin could somewhat resonate with the Orcs’ aesthetic.
The Hulk’s green skin inspired the design of Orc characters
Conclusion
In just a few days, the blockbuster Warcraft will officially hit Vietnamese audiences. Before this “blockbuster” makes its debut, let’s join in discussing and exchanging thoughts regarding the vast Warcraft universe at ĐÂY.
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