Peter Pan: What do we know about Disney's remake?

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Disney studios strive to keep alive the most beautiful films of our childhood. After The Lion King and Aladdin, it will soon be the turn of Mulan, Cruella and The Little Mermaid to shine on the big screen. While these live-action remakes are long overdue, it's Peter Pan 's turn to give news! 

Peter Pan : one story, many facets

An imaginary country, children who never want to grow up and magic galore… This is the story of Peter Pan, or The Little White Bird as imagined in 1904 Sir James Matthew Barrie in his novel. Touching and amazing, this story had the right to its film adaptation released in 1953 by Disney. Then, Peter Pan, Bell, Hook, Wendy and the rest of the Darling family were seen appearing on screen in several versions. The best known was Steven Spielberg's Hook or Captain Hook's Revenge. An amazing version because it was rather the "return" of Peter Pan than an identical adaptation. Indeed, the director had chosen to show him as an adult, played by Robin Williams. Although the film did not have the success he had hoped for, it still retains a notoriety in the minds of many thanks to its superb cast and its successful childish universe. Also, Neverland touches in its own way on the work of J.Mr. Barrie. In this movie, it's J.Mr. Barrie himself who is presented as a writer looking for a new impetus. He met Llewelyn and his four sons with whom he formed a strong friendship. With them, he finds his child's soul and an inexhaustible source of inspiration. Together, they weave the fantastic story of Peter Pan.This time, it is another look that focuses on the work, far from that of fairy tales in the end glittery. That of a child and a writer who continue to dream in the face of a heartbreaking reality. Finding Neverland Peter Pan: What do we know about Disney's remake? Finally, in 2015, we discovered Pan directed by Joe Wright, the director of Pride and Prejudice. Although the characters are looking for fairy dust, we note the absence of Tinkerbell. Absence of a mythical character rather difficult to accept for fans! But first it is about an orphan kidnapped from Neverland called Pan, who will prove to be a hero during his extraordinary adventures. Note also the release of the film Peter Pan in 2003 (2004 in France), which had not really marked the spirits.

When Disney refuses to make us grow

This time it is not Peter Pan who refuses to grow up. But we… While Disney offers us a live-action remake of the film, we already know that we will be present as soon as it is released. Certainly, it would be a question of growing, but not when it comes to Tinker Bell and Hook that will mark us forever! What do we know so far about this imaginary world to discover on screen? For starters, the movie will be called "Peter Pan and Wendy". As for its realization, it will be in the hands of the one who has already directed Peter and Elliot the Dragon, David Lowery. At his side, he will find Toby Halbrooks on the script and Jim Whitaker on the production (A Shortcut in Time). But let's get to the facts: who are the lucky ones chosen in the role of the two heroes?In the role of the intrepid Peter Pan, a mischievous young boy named Alexander Molony. He is not at his first attempt since he was in 2018 the voice of the character of Claude in the series on Disney Junior. Also appearing in the series The Reluctant Landlord on Sky, he has a richer experience than that of his future teammate on screen. Indeed, while Ever Anderson is about to play Wendy Darling, we only saw her in Resident Evil: Final Chapter in 2016. We know that she is the daughter of Milla Jovovich (The Fifth Element) and that she is preparing to unveil a younger version of the superheroine Black Widow in her film. Peter Pan et Wendy Peter Pan: What do we know about Disney's remake? At their side, we do not have more information for now, although rumors about the casting continue to circulate on the web. The American site The Illuminerdi has suggested that Tinker Bell will be played by Margot Robbie. Hook would have the honor of being played by Joaquin Phoenix (still according to The Illuminerdi). Hoax or truth? Let's wait for the next revelations… What is certain is that it is far too early to get an idea because we know little about the actors. As for those we know, we are not sure of their presence! Initially planned for the Disney+ platform, it is finally at the cinema that we will find Peter Pan and Wendy. Patience, you will have to wait a few months because filming is not scheduled for spring 2021 in Canada!