Alex Proyas, who directed the 1994 film “The Crow,” expressed his thoughts on the criticism towards the upcoming remake of his film, by diplomatically stating his belief that it's not a good idea.
“I don't find joy in seeing negativity towards other filmmakers' work,” Proyas mentioned on Facebook. “And I believe the cast and crew had good intentions, like we all do on any film. It's difficult for me to address this further, but I believe the fan's response says a lot.”
“The Crow” gained infamy in film history due to the on-set death of its lead star Brandon Lee, who was tragically shot by a prop gun during filming. Lee, son of martial arts legend Bruce Lee, was 28 years old and portrayed a musician seeking revenge against the gang that murdered him and his fiancée.
Lee died during the final days of shooting, but the film was completed using stunt doubles and digital editing. It became a successful film and a beloved classic, with fans still admiring Lee’s performance today.
“‘The Crow’ is more than a movie. Brandon Lee died making it, and it was finished as a tribute to his talent and tragic loss. It's his legacy and should remain that way,” said Proyas.
The remake, directed by Rupert Sanders and set for release by Lionsgate in June, recently unveiled its first trailer featuring “It” star Bill Skarsgård as The Crow.
“It was a terrible tragedy, and it's something we've always kept in mind throughout the film's production,” Sanders commented on the remake in an Vanity Fair interview. “Brandon was an original voice and will always be linked with 'The Crow.' I hope he's proud of what we've done and how we've brought the story back. His spirit is very present in this film. There's a genuine sense of vulnerability and beauty in his portrayal of the Crow, and I believe Bill embodies a continuation of that.”
