Exclusive: Netflix's Bold Move - Zack Snyder's Rebel Moon Extended Cuts Unveiled!

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Zack Snyder reveals that Netflix wanted extended cuts of his upcoming Rebel Moon films from the beginning, allowing for a deeper exploration of the characters.

Taking inspiration from films like "Brazil," Snyder views extended cuts as a chance to explore alternate versions and dive into captivating mysteries. The extended cuts of these movies will offer audiences a deeper comprehension of the story and various facets of the characters.

Zack Snyder disclosed that Netflix initially requested him to create extended versions of his upcoming Rebel Moon films. The science fiction epic is divided into two parts and takes place in a world where a corrupt government called Mother World dominates various aspects of the galaxy through their army, the Imperium. The story revolves around Kora, a former Imperium soldier, who gathers a group of soldiers to protect her home on the moon of Veldt from the threat posed by Mother World.

During an interview with Slash Film, Snyder shared that Netflix expressed interest in having extended versions of both films even before the release of the first Rebel Moon. He hinted that these extended cuts will delve deeper into the backgrounds and narratives of the numerous characters featured in the two-part movie. Below are Snyder's exact words:

I thought, "That's really interesting and much simpler than what I'm currently doing." It's something that has always fascinated me, especially in movies like 'Brazil' or the numerous director's cuts that have an element of coolness to them. In film school, I always found it fascinating that there could be this alternate version of a movie waiting to be discovered. When creating a film, there are multiple voices in my head, guiding me towards the most powerful narrative solution. However, there's also this other voice that pulls me towards exploring fascinating rabbit holes and delving into different aspects of the characters.

Source: Slash Film