JOHN WICK’s Chad Stahelski talks about developing ‘stunning visuals’ for his film GHOST OF TSUSHIMA

Chad Stahelski’S John Wick: Chapter 4 hit theaters last weekend and was met with much praise from fans and critics alike. The director is now working on developing a film adaptation of the samurai video game Ghost of Tsushimawhich is something I was very excited about because the game is amazing and so beautiful.

In a recent interview with Discussing Film, Stahelski opened up about the project and the approach he’s trying to take. He specifically talked about the amazing visuals of the game and how he will try to surpass what the games have done in his film of him. He explained:

“Ghost of Tsushima is a really interesting story if you really dive into the story of Jin Sakai and what the movie is really about. And you tie it to these amazing images. You can already tell from the John Wick movies that I love color and I love composition. To really try and not just measure up to, but surpass what the game did with its graphics is completely fascinating to me. So that’s something we’re currently researching and working on. For example, how can you push the color palette? How can you bring that world to life in a very realistic and grounded way?

I hope he can actually visually accomplish what he hopes to do with film. The game is so well done and the visuals in it look amazing, especially with the use of color, so Stahelski definitely has his work cut out for him.

Previously discussing his vision for the film, Stahelski said the project will feature “a full Japanese cast, in Japanese.” He also plans to create an authentic Japanese experience and celebrate his “love of the country, love of the people, love of the language.” He said”

“Honestly, it’s probably the same things that would scare the shit out of most people. It’s a fantasy period piece. It’s done with respect for Akira Kurosawa, who is probably among the top five influences of my life when it comes to cinema. .

“It’s a chance to push technology and people into a timeless story. It’s your typical good versus evil mythological story, find a man, watch him change the world or the world changes him. It’s all the Joseph stuff Campbell that you would Love in a story You put it in, of course, so I’ve been told that I have a bit of a samurai fetish, which is probably true for manga and anime and stuff like that.

“So, I think if we got it right, it would be visually stunning. It’s character driven. It has an opportunity for great action, great looks. And honestly, we’d try to do it, all in character. Meaning, it’s a Japanese thing about Mongols that they invade Tsushima Island.

He went on to say that Sony Pictures fully backs his vision for the film: “A full Japanese cast, in Japanese. Sony is so keen to back us up on this. I’ve been going to Japan since I was 16.” She added:

“I have a love of country, love of people, love of language. Trying to direct in not just my own language, but someone else’s and culturally shifting my mindset to separate all of that in an interesting way that still appeals a Western public.”

I like what Stahelski is trying to do with the film. I agree with his vision and I’m excited to see him achieve his vision!