A Quiet Place’ Goes Global

In 2018, the movie “A Quiet Place,” directed by John Krasinski, turned into a massive box office hit, earning over $340 million. He continued this franchise with “A Quiet Place Part II” in 2020, stepping aside for “A Quiet Place: Day One” last year, but the series remained successful. Now, creators Scott Beck and Bryan Woods are hinting at potential future directions for the series, and it all seems very logical.

Beck and Woods recently discussed their successful horror series at the Independent Spirit Awards over the weekend. So far, the series has primarily focused on events close to home, with the first film set on an isolated farm in upstate New York, and while Part II expanded things a bit, it was Day One that delved into the happenings of New York City during the Death Angels’ Earth invasion. Although there’s no word yet on when the next movie will be released, both Beck and Woods have expressed interest in exploring foreign settings for the upcoming film, with Beck mentioning: “We’re excited to take a look at things from a different perspective.

We’re eager to explore how “A Quiet Place” would translate globally, with various languages integrated into the script in an innovative manner, different from its original American setting.

Woods proposed an idea: a Korean remake or adaptation of ‘A Quiet Place’, similar to how Bong Joon Ho might approach it, although he’s unique in his craft. This hypothetical film could broaden the scope of the franchise and offer global audiences diverse perspectives on post-apocalyptic scenarios, potentially attracting more viewers worldwide. Beck agreed, expressing enthusiasm for such a project that showcases international filmmakers’ interpretations.

‘A Quiet Place’ Wouldn’t Be the First Franchise to Go International

The notion of Death Angels causing chaos in cities such as Rome, China, or the Middle East is certainly intriguing, but if it occurs, it wouldn’t be unprecedented for an American franchise to extend its reach and explore the apocalypse from a global perspective. Similar to Netflix’s Bird Box in 2023, which followed up on the success of the 2018 film adaptation of Josh Malerman’s novel by delving into events unfolding in Spain with Bird Box Barcelona, despite receiving a mixed reception from both fans and critics, it’s worth acknowledging the filmmakers, Álex and David Pastor, for their innovative approach.

As a movie connoisseur, I ponder if the gripping tale of “A Quiet Place” could resonate even more profoundly in global audiences. With the masterful touch of directors such as David Moreau (of “MadS”) or Yeon Sang-ho (“Train to Busan”), I believe its potential for international success would be significantly amplified. For now, immerse yourself in the entire captivating “Quiet Place” saga, which includes the gripping prequel “Day One,” currently streaming on Paramount+.

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2025-02-25 20:01