Zack Snyder, director of Rebel Moon: Part One – Child of Fire, explains in-depth about the film’s controversial opening scene and the director’s cut.
Zack Snyder, director of Rebel Moon: Part One Child of Fire, discussed the opening scene, described as the “distinctive passage” in the film. In an interview with Film Junkee, he reveals the significance of this particular passage for the space-faring Homeworld ships and its deep mythological connections.
The Meaning Behind Rebel Moon’s Opening Scene
Snyder points out to the audience that “this gateway isn’t just a door.” It provides clues as to how Home Earth ships travel through space and the mythological significance of this passage. “This is 100% true of the space-folding mythology for Homeworld,” the director says, emphasizing the depth of the opening scene.
Details of the Director’s Cut
Snyder, Rebel MoonTouches on the changes in the Director’s Cut of . He states that this version contains more deconstructionist and science fiction elements, and the heavy metal theme is handled ironically in the film. He also states that the director’s cut offers a more personal and strange experience.
Rebel Moon Statement by Zack Snyder
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Stand Against Criticism
Although Rebel Moon received mixed reviews from critics, screenwriter Kurt Johnstad has an open approach to criticism. Johnstad says that people should focus on their own experiences and feelings while watching the movie, and that everyone will evaluate it according to their own taste. It also emphasizes that the film has a strong emotional structure at its core and that the characters are a part of this emotional journey.
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Rebel Moon’s Comments
It hasn’t been all roses for Rebel Moon since its release.
Rebel Moon Statement by Zack Snyder
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Critics didn’t like Zack Snyder’s latest film. Variety spoke with Rebel Moon writer Kurt Johnstad. It cited its current Rotten Tomatoes score of 24%. The screenwriter stated the following:
“I don’t read reviews, I never have before. The critic has a job to do. We live in a democracy. So everyone has the right to vote,” Johnstad told Variety. “If people watch the movie; they will have an experience and they will either enjoy it or they won’t. Just like ice cream varieties. In my 20-year career doing this job, the criticism I have received has never equaled my performance. “A movie either succeeds or it doesn’t.”
“People will love the movie or become attached to it. “I think what this movie has is a sheer emotional drive, a core, and vulnerable characters,” he added. “And of course there’s action, sequence and visuals. But I think the basic core of the movie is emotion. There’s an emotional engine and a currency that I think runs throughout the film. That’s why I invite people to watch the movie.”
Meta: Rebel Moon: Part One – The opening scene about the Child of Fire was on the agenda with criticism from the audience. Film director Zack Snyder made statements about this issue in a program.