Death Stranding Movie: Exciting Update From Producer Amidst Actors & Writers Strikes Ignites Hype
Exciting Developments for Death Stranding Movie: Producer Updates amidst Actors & Writers Strikes, Revealing Kojima's Involvement Throughout the Process Will this be a Groundbreaking Venture for the Legendary Game Director?
Summary
Development of The Death Stranding movie, which is based on the acclaimed 2019 sci-fi game, remains occurring despite the continuing Hollywood strikes, with exciting updates anticipated in the near future.Assurances have been provided by producer Allan Ungar, stating that Hideo Kojima, the game's visionary creator, is actively engaged in the entire creative process of the film.
The Death Stranding movie appears to be progressing more quickly compared to the long-delayed Metal Gear Solid adaptation. This could be seen as a significant achievement for Kojima, as it may be the first film adaptation of his games to move forward.
Note: This article was written during the 2023 WGA and SAG-AFTRA strikes, and it is important to acknowledge that the existence of the movie discussed here would not be possible without the efforts of the writers and actors from both unions.
Despite the historic shutdown of Hollywood, the Death Stranding movie has received a promising update from producer Allan Ungar. The popular 2019 sci-fi game, created by Hideo Kojima of Metal Gear Solid fame, immersed players in a post-apocalyptic world where they assumed the role of Sam Porter Bridges, a courier navigating a world overrun by otherworldly creatures called "beached things" (BTs) and a bandit-like cult known as MULE. Starring Norman Reedus alongside a talented cast including Mads Mikkelsen, Léa Seydoux, and Guillermo del Toro, Death Stranding was both a critical and commercial success, leading to plans for both a sequel and a movie adaptation.
During an exclusive interview with Screen Rant for the upcoming Nicolas Cage thriller Sympathy for the Devil, Allan Ungar discussed the progress of the Death Stranding movie. While acknowledging the impact of the ongoing actors and writers strikes on the industry's future and admitting that it has caused a temporary pause in production, Ungar expressed optimism about the project's continued development. He teased that "very exciting news" will be revealed soon and assured fans that Kojima is actively involved in every aspect of the movie. Read what Ungar had to say below:
Allan Ungar: Yeah, absolutely. This project holds immense significance for [Kojima]. It marks his first venture as an independent studio, and the game he developed garnered immense critical acclaim and popularity. Sadly, due to the ongoing strike and other industry circumstances, I'm unable to share much at the moment. However, there are some thrilling updates on the horizon, and we are truly thrilled about the path we're taking. I believe it will be a remarkable surprise, not just for gaming enthusiasts, but also for movie buffs and general audiences who haven't witnessed something like this before.
Screen Rant: And is he actively involved in the creative process?
Allan Ungar: Every step of the way.
Will The Death Stranding Movie Mark A Kojima First?
Ungar is confident that there is exciting news coming soon for the Death Stranding movie. It appears that he and the Hammerstone Studios team originally planned to make an announcement at the recently concluded San Diego Comic-Con, but ultimately withdrew from the event like many other studios. Kojima also fueled speculation about the franchise on Twitter during the same weekend by sharing images from an LED Volume set, featuring an unidentified actor filming against visuals reminiscent of the 2019 game. While most people believed it to be related to the production of Death Stranding 2, there were also theories suggesting it could be connected to the movie.
Considering the movie has only been in development for seven months, it appears unlikely that Kojima's post was hinting at its production. However, Ungar's confidence in the Death Stranding movie's speedy development could make it a significant milestone for Kojima, as it would be the first movie adaptation of one of his games to move forward. In contrast, a Metal Gear Solid movie adaptation has been stuck in development hell for nearly 20 years. Despite having a director and star, the project has continued to struggle, with the creative team still searching for the story as of Isaac's update in early 2022. While Death Stranding may be a more surreal adventure compared to the Snake-led franchise, its single released title may have facilitated faster progress in bringing the 2019 game to life on the big screen. Despite the uncertainty of its development stage, Ungar's assurance that Kojima is involved in every step of the way is undoubtedly a promising sign.
