Sick interview, things sound way better now. I was definitely on the worried end here too as far as the execution of the Mortal Kombat world and translating the game into what makes it so culturally recognizable. Im real glad he's not taking his prologue 100% straight through the movie and just testing out and pitching ideas of an excellent, well-grounded foundation to what will lead into the reinforcement of fantasy and reality.
Like a lot of other fans, I couldn't help but revert back to the original movie in 95, which may be somewhat underrated, but had excellent elements in the film that I thought this director should pay attention to and try to use some of those ideas. The 2nd film was obviously junk, but again, Mortal Kombat needs that mystical balance. I think his plan to connect both worlds like in the 1st film with boarding the ship...and going all crazy, is a great strategy in following a good set example.
Im assuming Baraka will eventually shave his head and Reptile will put on the mask and ninja costume once the tournament begins. Im liking this shit a lot now that I read this.
The ONLY concern I got now is if this thing will actually be made. He already has the support of fans and its pretty damn positive but did he mention anything about moving on with it legally and having a whole crew in development? I really think he'd do this movie justice. Not to mention...people who work in the choreography world of dance excel in martial arts choreography because its very similar. I cant wait.
