What happens when you mix the zany energy of Jack Black, the commanding presence of Jason Momoa, and the pixelated charm of Minecraft? You get A Minecraft Movie, coming to theaters next year.
The film, helmed by the quirky genius behind Napoleon Dynamite and Nacho Libre, Jared Hess, is set to be a mosaic of comedy and action. Alongside Black and Momoa, we’ll see talents like Emma Myers, and Danielle Brooks bring to life the world of one of the bestselling games in history.
Warner Bros. and Legendary Pictures have kept tight lips on this fictional foray, but with casting news now breaking the surface, fans are in for quite the treat—or are they? Well, social media have erupted in humorous skepticism, with fans voicing their surprise and bemusement about the casting choices.
So, basically, they were hoping to see Momoa as Steve but ended up with him dressed up like “Dora the Explorer” instead.
Is A Minecraft Movie Worth the Hype? Fans Think Otherwise
Turning video game legends into movie magic is no small feat. Filmmakers must juggle the tightrope of staying true to the beloved source material while keeping moviegoers entertained.
Jack Black has stepped up to the plate with a zinger in the first teaser trailer for A Minecraft Movie. The upcoming flick sees the actor declaring, “Anything you can dream about here, you can make”. He then throws his hat in the ring by grandly proclaiming, “I… am Steve,” which, predictably, results in a chorus of groans from his co-stars.
Featuring a Hollywood dream team including Jason Momoa, Black, Jennifer Coolidge, Matt Berry, and Steve Carell, expectations are high enough to touch the clouds. However, early reactions suggest this film could be in for a bumpy ride with some fans voicing their dismay.
One fan’s witty comment hit the nail on the head, serving as a playful poke at the casting choices. It’s as if the viewer expected to see Momoa, known for his rugged and heroic roles, step into the shoes of Steve, a character who is central to the Minecraft universe. Instead, the fan was flabbergasted to see the actor dressed up in a pink getup more fitting for the adventurous, backpack-toting character Dora the Explorer.
Let’s check some of the fans’ comments:
In a nutshell, fans’ comments capture the confusion and humor surrounding the casting. Viewers will see Momoa starring as Garrett ‘The Garbage Man’ Garrison in A Minecraft Movie.
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Joining this star-studded ensemble of A Minecraft Movie is Danielle Brooks (Orange is the New Black), Sebastian Eugene Hansen (Just Mercy), and Emma Myers (Wednesday). And while we’re still waiting for Jennifer Coolidge, Kate McKinnon, and Jemaine Clement to make their grand entrances, anticipation is building like a Minecraft castle.
Brooks shared some behind-the-scenes tidbits with Variety, saying:
I’ve been harnessed a few times. It’s mostly the combat and learning these moves. And I’ve got a weapon, I’ll tell you that much. Danger, danger! But it’s really Jack Black, he’s the one who is doing the heavy lifting here. He’s doing some flying and having all techno-fire coming behind him.
Sounds like Jack Black’s getting to play the superhero while Brooks is getting her fair share of action-packed moments.
As for the movie’s vibe, director Jared Hess is bringing his signature quirky touch to this adaptation. Although the project has had more twists and turns than a rollercoaster, with Shawn Levy originally set to direct and Hess eventually taking over, it looks like things are finally coming together.
Jason Momoa is not just acting in the film but also wearing the producer’s hat, teaming up with Roy Lee, Mary Parent, Cale Boyter, Vu Bui, Torfi Frans Olafsson, and the late Jill Messick to bring this blocky dream to life.
A Minecraft Movie is scheduled to be released on April 4, 2025.
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