Exclusive: Unveiling the Game-Changing Equalizer 3 Prequel – Starring a De-Aged Denzel Washington!
Get ready for a thrilling ride! Director teases an Equalizer prequel, featuring a jaw-dropping de-aged Denzel Washington Mark your calendars for September 1st as The Equalizer 3 hits the screens, promising an intriguing backstory to the iconic character Don't miss out!
Summary
Director Antoine Fuqua reveals plans for a possible prequel film featuring a de-aged Denzel Washington as a younger Robert McCall in The Equalizer trilogy.
Fuqua and writer Richard Wenk have been in discussions about delving into Robert's backstory and his transformation into the character we see in the current films.
A potential prequel film would encompass a distinct narrative, possibly centering around Robert's past involving individuals such as Susan Plummer and Dave York, who were featured in The Equalizer 2.
Antoine Fuqua, the director of The Equalizer 3, has disclosed that discussions have taken place regarding a potential prequel film. This film would showcase a younger version of Robert McCall, with Denzel Washington reprising the role through de-aging technology. The trilogy centers around Washington's character, a retired US Marine and Defense Intelligence Agency officer, as he confronts criminals endangering his loved ones. Fuqua, who has directed all three films in the franchise, mentioned his ongoing conversations with writer Richard Wenk about this prequel movie. See Fuqua's remarks below.
What Would An Equalizer Prequel Look Like?
I have indeed pondered it extensively, particularly in light of the advancements in technology and the emergence of artificial intelligence. Could there potentially be a captivating narrative surrounding the transformation of [McCall] into the person he is today - the younger iteration of himself? I have engaged in numerous discussions with Richard Wenk, who, as the co-writer of all three Equalizer films, has been privy to these thoughts.
The Equaizer trilogy by Fuqua and Washington frequently centers around Robert utilizing his expertise acquired from his past to safeguard those close to him in the present. Prior to the film's premiere, it was disclosed that Robert takes on the Italian mafia in The Equalizer 3, seeking vengeance for the harm inflicted upon individuals he holds dear. The act of exacting justice for the well-being of his loved ones by eliminating criminals has always been a defining characteristic of each installment in this franchise.
A potential prequel movie could introduce a different storyline, wherein Robert is shown working for the DIA alongside Susan Plummer (Melissa Leo) and Dave York (Pedro Pascal) from The Equalizer 2. This would allow Leo and Pascal to reprise their roles in a de-aged format, highlighting Robert's past experiences with them. Though uncertain if a prequel film will materialize, it suggests the likelihood of Washington returning as Robert in the future. Nonetheless, the cost of digitally de-aging actors for a 2-hour movie must be considered before proceeding with a prequel. Regardless of a prequel's existence, Washington's portrayal of Robert in The Equalizer 3, set to release on September 1, promises to be memorable.
Source: NME
