As a seasoned gamer with decades of experience under my belt, I must admit that the casting of Keanu Reeves as Shadow in Sonic the Hedgehog 3 has me absolutely thrilled! Growing up, I fondly remember the epic battles between Sonic and Shadow in the video games. Now, to see them come alive on the big screen, with a man who embodies such badassery as John Wick, is nothing short of a dream come true.
Jeff Fowler, director of Paramount Picture’s “Sonic the Hedgehog 3”, mentioned that the “John Wick” films significantly influenced Keanu Reeves’ decision to portray Shadow in the upcoming film. “Sonic 3” is scheduled for release on December 20, and its star-studded cast includes Jim Carrey, Keanu Reeves, Ben Schwartz, Krysten Ritter, among others.
Jeff Fowler says Keanu Reeves’ John Wick was his audition for Sonic 3’s Shadow
As reported by The News International, Jeff Fowler recently spoke with SFX Magazine during promotions for Sonic the Hedgehog 3. During the interview, Fowler shared insights on how he managed to secure Keanu Reeves to portray Shadow in Sonic 3.
As a gamer, I’d be honest if I didn’t acknowledge the clear connection between the intense action and dark charm of John Wick’s character and the mood we’re aiming for in Shadow. You see, Shadow shares an anti-hero vibe with John Wick, giving him a bit of an edgy persona.
The director elaborated that Reeves’ portrayal of John Wick made him an ideal choice for the role of Shadow. In his words, “Keanu seemed perfectly suited for the part. His performance was outstanding. He understood what we were looking for, and he was eager to embody the character and join our universe.
Earlier in an interview with Screen Rant, Keanu Reeves shared his thoughts on portraying Shadow in Sonic 3 on the big screen. He explained that for over half a century, Shadow has been in a state of suspended animation and is now emerging with a thirst for revenge. The process of tapping into the anger and emotional depth was an intense experience for him.
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