With so many big movies coming out in 2017, it's easy to forget that we have a sequel over 35 years in the making arriving this October. Yes, folks, I'm talking about Blade Runner 2049, the long-awaited follow-up to Ridley Scott's 1982 masterpiece of science fiction. Scott has been trying to get a sequel to that film off the ground for years, but fans resisted and the director eventually moved on and tackled a series of prequels to his Alien franchise instead. Even the most intensely skeptical Blade Runner fans finally relented when it was announced that Denis Villeneuve, the man who brought us remarkable films like Prisoners, Sicario, and Arrival, would be stepping behind the camera for the film. Scott remains on in a producer capacity and screenwriter Hampton Fancher and star Harrison Ford both return, while Villeneuve has brought Ryan Gosling, cinematographer Roger Deakins, and composer Johann Johannsson to round out the talented crew. All of the pieces are in place for this to be a masterpiece. But following up such a beloved film is a tricky balancing act- making a sequel to Blade Runner is like making a sequel to 2001: A Space Odyssey. With all that in mind, Warner Bros. has released the third trailer for the film in advance of this weekend's Comic-Con panel, a sneak peek that gives us our best look yet. Check it out below!
The teaser set the tone, the full trailer raised some interesting questions, and this third (and final?) full look at Blade Runner 2049 solidifies my outrageous anticipation levels. Now, it is worth noting that this does look incredibly different from the original film. Blade Runner is a sci-fi film, but it's quiet and thoughtful, ruminating on big questions while resisting the urge for thrilling action scenes. 2049 does not appear to be that film, and while it appears to be retaining some of the noir elements that made Blade Runner distinct, Villeneuve and the marketing team have made it clear that this is going to be a straight-up action movie. But good lord does it look like a beautiful one. The visuals on display in this trailer are monumentally stunning, and I am in awe of how incredible this looks. It's big and bold and ambitious, but I also adore the casually gruff rapport between Harrison Ford and Ryan Gosling. The supporting cast is excellent, and I can even get down with the idea of Jared Leto being a creepy villain. This trailer contains some of the most perfect shots of the year, and I'm so thrilled that Roger Deakins is working on another big blockbuster after knocking it out of the park with Skyfall. Everything about Blade Runner 2049 seems perfect. It looks like Villeneuve has hit a grand slam. Here's hoping that the final product delivers.
Blade Runner 2049 opens on October 6.
The teaser set the tone, the full trailer raised some interesting questions, and this third (and final?) full look at Blade Runner 2049 solidifies my outrageous anticipation levels. Now, it is worth noting that this does look incredibly different from the original film. Blade Runner is a sci-fi film, but it's quiet and thoughtful, ruminating on big questions while resisting the urge for thrilling action scenes. 2049 does not appear to be that film, and while it appears to be retaining some of the noir elements that made Blade Runner distinct, Villeneuve and the marketing team have made it clear that this is going to be a straight-up action movie. But good lord does it look like a beautiful one. The visuals on display in this trailer are monumentally stunning, and I am in awe of how incredible this looks. It's big and bold and ambitious, but I also adore the casually gruff rapport between Harrison Ford and Ryan Gosling. The supporting cast is excellent, and I can even get down with the idea of Jared Leto being a creepy villain. This trailer contains some of the most perfect shots of the year, and I'm so thrilled that Roger Deakins is working on another big blockbuster after knocking it out of the park with Skyfall. Everything about Blade Runner 2049 seems perfect. It looks like Villeneuve has hit a grand slam. Here's hoping that the final product delivers.
Blade Runner 2049 opens on October 6.
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