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  • ‘Sonic the Hedgehog 2’s Jim Carrey is “Fairly Serious” on Retiring Soon

    ‘Sonic the Hedgehog 2’s Jim Carrey is “Fairly Serious” on Retiring Soon

    Sonic the Hedgehog 2 is finally finding its way to theaters and with a third entry already on the horizon, the franchise seems set in stone to further expand. Of course, there’s hope to keep actors involved as much as possible but it seems one of its big draws, Jim Carrey, might be considering retiring soon. In an interview with Access Hollywood, the actor talked about wanting Dr. Robotnik’s mustache to grow even bigger but also revealed that he’s “fairly serious” about retiring from acting.

    While he does say “probably” and that it depends on “if the angels bring some sort of script that’s written in gold ink that says to me it’s going to be really important for people to see” but then pointed out he’s going to take a break to focus on his art world. He highlights that he’s “done enough” and that is why he’s considering leaving this part of his life behind him for a more calmer experience.

    It would be a shame, as he has generally retreated from acting for some time. He’s also has a Netflix special on the horizon to honor the late and talented Bob Sagat, but it was a rather surprising reveal during the interview, especially as it was made after finding out Dolly Parton wants him to play Porter Wagoner in a biopic. If he goes through with it, it’s unclear if the newly established Sonic the Hedgehog franchise will move forward without Dr. Robotnik or potentially even recast him. Of course, they could also have him appear in smaller roles throughout to lessen the work load while still keeping him active in it.

    If you are interested, you can check out his interview with Access Hollywood right here:

    Source: Access Hollywood

  • Jeff Fowler Teases a Mystery Character for ‘Sonic the Hedgehog 2’

    Jeff Fowler Teases a Mystery Character for ‘Sonic the Hedgehog 2’

    It looks like there might be some surprises in store for us in the upcoming second entry of the newly established Sonic the Hedgehog franchise. While the first film had a more grounded story, director Jeff Fowler is excited to explore “some of the iconic imagery” that they missed out on. The best part, he also teased that there might be a surprise appearance we can expect in the upcoming second entry.

    I think it’s teased in this film, and I can’t say more than that. The character is teased. I don’t want to give away any spoilers, but that definitely is something I’d be very excited about telling a story with.

    Jeff Fowler

    It’s an interesting tease, but you shouldn’t expect the film’s to closely follow the structure from the original games. We’ve already seen them switch things up with the fact that Idris Elba‘s Knuckles is joining Sonic and Tails even though he doesn’t appear until the third entry. Plus, we also got the tease of the Labyrinth Zone in trailers which was part of the first game.

    It’s not always going to be a linear progression of like ‘Oh, this was in Sonic 2 so it’s going to be in the Sonic 2 film’. It’s going to be a little bit of a cherry picking, a little bit of a melting pot. There’s so much great, inspiring imagery to pull from the 30 years of games. So if we didn’t get it in one film, there’s always the chance that we’ll revisit it somewhere else.

    Jeff Fowler

    Some set photos teased the involvement of GUN, who were introduced in Sonic Adventure 2. We’ve seen it with Marvel that mixing up storylines and adapting however this new universe requires is becoming the norm in adaptation. Plus, it allows projects to surprise even veteran fans of the franchise. So, while some might expect Sonic CD‘s Metal Sonic, but the logo for the already confirmed third entry could tease more exploration of the Adventure franchise. We’ll see what the future has in store, especially with it potentially setting up a Knuckles-focused spinoff heading to Paramount+.

    Source: IGN

  • First Reviews are Mixed on ‘Sonic the Hedgehog 2’

    First Reviews are Mixed on ‘Sonic the Hedgehog 2’

    The long-awaited sequel to the surprise hit of 2019, Sonic the Hedgehog 2 aims to introduce the non-gaming world to Knuckles and the return of Jim Carrey‘s Dr. Robotnik. It’s predecessor was a surprise hit as it managed to pull in some decent numbers before the pandemic truly hit. As such, a sequel announcement was inevitable and the studio has so much trust in the project that they even announced a third entry alongside a Knuckles-focused spinoff ahead of its release. Now, the first reviews have arrived and they seem a bit mixed on the film. Here are some of the reviews:

    Overstuffed with frantic action and framed by Sonic’s wisecracking commentary, Sonic the Hedgehog 2 will appeal to family audiences seeking holiday distractions even if it doesn’t break new ground elaborating the franchise’s sprawling universe of intersecting characters and plotlines.

    Justin Lowe – The Hollywood Reporter

    Sonic the Hedgehog 2 is a more confident movie than its predecessor, delivering the same blend of frenetic family fun and nostalgic beats for the long-time fans. Ironically for a movie about a speedy hedgehog, the issue this time around is that it all goes on a bit too long.

    Ian Sandwell – Digital Spy

    There were also some reviews that had some issues with the film:

    An hour and a half would’ve been a perfectly fine run time, whereas at two hours and change, “Sonic 2” wears out its welcome well before it turns into yet another phone-it-in franchise entry — the kind where storms gather, a column of fluorescent light shoots up to the sky and everything becomes apocalyptic.

    Peter Debruge – Variety

    Curse or no curse, a franchise is burgeoning, and so in every respect Sonic The Hedgehog 2 is really just more of the same. Steered by largely the same creative team as before, this is simply more fairly generic and forgettable family fodder: a Saturday-morning cartoon with a Hollywood budget, targeted primarily at an audience of eight-year-olds.

    John Nugent – Empire

    Source: Rotten Tomatoes

  • ‘Sonic the Hedgehog 3’ Already in Development Ahead of Sequel’s Release

    ‘Sonic the Hedgehog 3’ Already in Development Ahead of Sequel’s Release

    It looks like Sonic’s big-screen adventures are here to stay. It’s being reported that Paramount Pictures and the Sega Corporation have begun active development on a third film in the franchise, tentatively titled Sonic the Hedgehog 3. The news comes before the upcoming sequel, Sonic the Hedgehog 2, has even hit theaters and was revealed at the Viacom Investor Event alongside the reveal of a Knuckles spin-off series for Paramount+.

    No plot details or casting information has been made available in regards to the threequel, as the project is obviously in its earliest stages of production. Although, it seems likely Ben Schwartz would return as the title character. Haruki Satomi, CEO of Sega Corporation, had the following to say about the announcement:

    We are delighted to announce that the third Sonic theatrical film and the first live action Sonic series for Paramount+ are being actively developed…Sonic has been beloved by fans across the world for over 30 years and we look forward to continuing to bring memorable moments and experiences to them for many years to come.

    Haruki Satomi

    The first Sonic film was a surprise success, dropping in theaters just before the start of the pandemic. It quickly became the top-grossing video game adaptation of all time, making $320 million at the worldwide box office. Sonic and his friends have always inspired a passionate fanbase, so it wouldn’t be a surprise if Paramount continued to come up with projects for the characters in the future.

    Sonic the Hedgehog 2 races into theaters on April 8th.

    Source: Deadline

  • ‘Sonic the Hedgehog’s First Spinoff Series to Focus on Idris Elba’s Knuckles

    ‘Sonic the Hedgehog’s First Spinoff Series to Focus on Idris Elba’s Knuckles

    There were hints that Paramount was all in on their upcoming Sonic the Hedgehog cinematic universe and they aren’t waiting for the sequel’s release, as they’ve just announced that a third film is in development as well as a spinoff focused on Idris Elba‘s Knuckles, which is heading to Paramount+. It’ll be the first live-action spinoff series and is eyeing a 2023 launch. The wording on this being the “first” is curious and who knows what they might already be actively working on.

    This is quite unexpected, as Knuckles is highlighted primarily as an antagonist in the upcoming film. There’s also the question of what they might be focusing on, such as either taking inspiration from his game spinoff meeting Team Chaotix. Otherwise, we may also use this to explore the Echidna tribe that was heavily focused on in the first film’s opening. Perhaps it’ll set up the next sequel by exploring Master Emerald’s ties to Chaos.

    Who knows how the upcoming third entry will end and it may set up the sequel that’s already eyeing a release next year. If the franchise continues to grow, we may be able to expect more spinoffs in-between cinematic releases. Paramount certainly seems excited about further exploring the franchise if they go out of their way to say Knuckles is the first.

    Source: Deadline

  • New ‘Sonic the Hedgehog 2’ Super Bowl Teaser Reveals First Look at Death Egg Robot

    New ‘Sonic the Hedgehog 2’ Super Bowl Teaser Reveals First Look at Death Egg Robot

    A new short teaser has dropped ahead of the Super Bowl for the upcoming release of Sonic the Hedgehog 2, which gave us quite a few new scenes from the sequel. Most of the trailer focuses primarily on offering more from Idris Elba‘s Knuckles the Echidna but there’s one major reveal that came out of nowhere. We did get a tease that Sonic and Tails are flying towards something but it wasn’t until now that it turns out it is the Death Egg Robot. He’s quite a bit larger than what he was in the games, but the design seems to stick closely to what we’ve seen in the original Sonic the Hedgehog 2 game that will inspire parts of the game’s story – most notably Tails inclusion. You can check it out in all its glory here from the TV sot:

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    That design is insane, especially in how well it was translated into live-action. He even still has the pointy carrot-like nose and the same design he had on his shoulders from the original game. There are naturally some changes, such as the lack of his glasses but they might’ve wanted to give the giant robot a chance to emote with his eyes. We don’t see the entire body, but it does look like it’s quite a massive take on the iconic robot design. It’s also great to see Dr. Robotnik move away from his white, Apple-inspired design to embrace the more colorful takes from the games.

    Source: YouTube

  • ‘Sonic the Hedgehog 2’ Director Already Has Ideas for a Potential Sequel

    ‘Sonic the Hedgehog 2’ Director Already Has Ideas for a Potential Sequel

    During the Game Awards, we finally got our first look at the upcoming sequel of 2019’s Sonic the Hedgehog. We learned some time ago that Idris Elba would return to voice the character of Knuckles, but knew very little about what to expect from the sequel. Right before the event, we got our first poster confirming the return of Jim Carrey‘s Robotnik and a hint at what the future has to offer.

    It wasn’t until the trailer dropped that we got a look at the Echidna and even the confirmation of the Master Emerald appearing. Of course, the greater mythology of the original series opening up does make you wonder if they mapped out with sequels in mind. Luckily, director Jeff Fowler offered some insight in a new interview with Collider. While a third entry has yet to be confirmed, it seems the director already has some ideas brewing.

    Of course. Even if somebody didn’t ask me to be thinking about ideas for future installments, it would be impossible not to. Even as we’re working through the visual effects and animation on this film, it’s impossible not to already get excited and to be starting to scheme about all the directions that the story could go, what new characters coming in, the impact that they could have. It’s the best part of the creative process when it’s just kind of a blank canvas and you can really just start to have blue sky ideas, even if, again, it’ not in an official capacity. If the request comes through to start laying the blueprints for another Sonic film, I will be armed and ready with all kinds of ideas. I would just love to get that opportunity.

    Jeff Fowler

    Of course, he won’t give away any details on what their potential approach is going to be, especially with the sequel taking on elements from multiple franchises. Technically, Knuckles’ introduction is from Sonic the Hedgehog 3 while there were also GUN sightings, which were introduced as part of the Sonic Adventure franchise. They might take elements from the game’s original lore and mix them up in creative ways. It does make you wonder though if Master Emerald is also going to lead into the eventual introduction of Chaos.

    Source: Collider

  • THE GAME AWARDS: First Look at Open World ‘Sonic: Frontiers’ Game

    THE GAME AWARDS: First Look at Open World ‘Sonic: Frontiers’ Game

    Not only did we get a first look at the new Sonic the Hedgehog 2 trailer, but we even got our first look at the upcoming new entry in the franchise. For the first time, Sonic is heading out into the open world. Yes, we have a full world to explore in Sonic: Frontiers. While it’s going to be quite a different take on the franchise, it is a promising one I hope pans out this time around as it moves away from the restriction of the franchise past.

    Source: Twitter

  • What to Expect from the Future of Video Game Adaptations and When to Expect It

    What to Expect from the Future of Video Game Adaptations and When to Expect It

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  • Lee Majdoub to Return as Dr. Stone in ‘Sonic the Hedgehog’ Sequel

    Lee Majdoub to Return as Dr. Stone in ‘Sonic the Hedgehog’ Sequel

    Ever since the Sonic the Hedgehog sequel announced that Idris Elba would voice Knuckles, we haven’t heard much about the project. It’ll return to the little town of Green Hills, as Sonic tries to live a normal life with the Wachowskis. Yet, as the post-credit sequence of the first film teased, he’ll get wrapped up in more chaos from his former life. Of course, there’s also the disappearance of Dr. Robotnik into a mushroom dimension and his potential return. Luckily, it seems someone will be keeping his seat warm until his eventual return, as Lee Majdoub will officially return as Dr. Stone.

    His return does signal the potential appearance of Robotnik in the sequel. Jim Carrey‘s performance was a highlight of the first film, especially his dynamic with his assistant. The touch of using National Coffee Day to reference Robotnik’s love for his latte with steamed Austrian goatmilk. They made a great duo and there’s a lot of potentials to explore the vacuum left behind by the manic genius.

    They did work with the government in the first film. Perhaps his involvement could lead to the creation of GUN, which has also been teased some time ago. Robotnik’s drones might be useful in the right hands, and with the existence of little creatures running fast enough to create a sonic boom, they’d prepare for anything. It’s also a great way to integrate elements from Sonic Adventures 2 to expand the film’s adaptation of the character.

    Source: Twitter