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Sonic the Hedgehog 3 Director on the Choice to Adapt a Game Sequence
The director of Sonic the Hedgehog 3 discusses a specific moment that's inspired by a popular Sonic game sequence.
Article Summary
- Director Jeff Fowler adapts Sonic Adventure 2's "City Escape" sequence for Sonic the Hedgehog 3.
- Fowler discusses balancing iconic game moments with fresh storytelling in the movie.
- Sonic 3 features elements from multiple games, reimagined for a thrilling cinematic experience.
- The film brings nostalgic game sequences to life, delighting longtime Sonic fans.
During Sonic Adventure 2's iconic "City Escape" intro sequence, the blue speedster dashes through a street setting, all while being pursued by a massive, blade-equipped truck. And if you happen to be a longtime Sonic the Hedgehog fan who enjoyed the memorable moment, you might have noticed a very similar sequence in the recent film Sonic the Hedgehog 3 that clearly pulled inspiration from the game.
Now, during an interview with Screen Rant, director Jeff Fowler addressed the inclusion of the sequence, sharing, "Yeah, it's funny because the imagery, we've kind of flirted with it a little bit. Obviously, in the first movie, when Sonic is being chased through San Francisco, but it's obviously Robotnik chasing him, it's not a giant G.U.N. truck, and then, of course, Sonic jumps out of the helicopter in this movie. So, we've kind of flirted with it, but we've never just wholesale committed to it. And then, of course, we did the snowboard in Sonic 2 with the little piece of debris that he surfs around on. So, all the elements are there, just in a separate context."
Sonic the Hedgehog 3: Cast and Official Plot Summary
Sonic the Hedgehog returns to the big screen this holiday season in his most thrilling adventure yet. Sonic, Knuckles, and Tails reunite against a powerful new adversary, Shadow, a mysterious villain with powers unlike anything they have faced before. With their abilities outmatched in every way, Team Sonic must seek out an unlikely alliance in hopes of stopping Shadow and protecting the planet.
Director Jeff Fowler returns along with our all-star cast, including Jim Carrey, Ben Schwartz, James Marsden, Tika Sumpter, Idris Elba, Colleen O'Shaughnessey, Natasha Rothwell, Shemar Moore, Adam Pally, Lee Majdoub, newcomers Alyla Browne and Krysten Ritter, with Keanu Reeves joining the franchise as Shadow the Hedgehog. Sonic the Hedgehog 3 was released on December 20, 2024.
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