As a seasoned movie critic with over three decades of experience under my belt, I must say that the latest addition to the Blade Runner franchise has me absolutely giddy with excitement! The announcement that Tom Burke, the man who played Praetorian Jack in Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga, is joining the cast of Blade Runner 2099 is a game-changer.
Enthusiasts of the Blade Runner series have another reason to rejoice now that it’s been confirmed a limited series is in production for Amazon Prime Video, with Michelle Yeoh taking on a leading role. The excitement grows even further as Tom Burke, famously known for his portrayal of Praetorian Jack in Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga, has also been added to the cast of Blade Runner 2099. Burke’s character met a tragic end at the hands of Chris Hemsworth’s Dementus in the Mad Max spin-off.
By the set deadline, Burke has been chosen to star in “Blade Runner 2099” alongside Maurizio Lombardi. Lombardi played Inspector Pietro Ravini in the Netflix series “Ripley”. They will join Yeoh in the cast, who was previously announced for this project. This upcoming production will be a sequel to both the original from 1992 and its 2017 continuation, “Blade Runner 2049”. Ridley Scott is set to return as executive producer, just as he did on the Ryan Gosling-led film that grossed $349 million at the box office and won two Academy Awards.
The specifics of the plot for Blade Runner 2099 are still being kept secret, but filming has started in Prague and will move to Barcelona later. Additionally, Silka Luisa is not only a producer but also the showrunner for this series, which should enhance its quality on Prime Video since she was previously responsible for the critically acclaimed Apple TV+ thriller Shining Girls, starring Elisabeth Moss.
When Does Blade Runner 2099 Come Out?
With Blade Runner 2099 now in production, it’s clear that its release on Prime Video is still some time away. The main filming might take a couple of months, and after that, the team will likely spend a significant amount of time adding in an array of stunning visual effects. If fans are hoping for a 2025 premiere, they may need to be patient until 2026 for it to air, but as another executive producer, Michael Green, suggests, it’ll certainly be worth the wait.
Green recently had a chat with The Direct, sharing some exciting updates about ‘Blade Runner 2099’. He expressed his awe at what he’s seen so far of the series, describing it as “breathtaking”. Moreover, he praised Luisa for crafting something exceptional that significantly broadens the ‘Blade Runner’ universe.
Currently, we’re in production. Showrunner Silka Luisa has crafted an astonishing series, and I must say, the daily footage I’ve seen is breathtaking. The script, too, is a marvel to behold, as they have undoubtedly read it. I’m genuinely thrilled with how Silka has developed the world and expanded its scope. It’s a truly impressive, intelligent, and emotional tale.
Without a doubt, we’re thrilled about this upcoming project, and can hardly wait to see the unique contributions each participant will make. Yeoh’s exceptional acting in “Everything Everywhere All at Once” demonstrated her ability to headline a series all on her own. Here’s hoping Burke gets another opportunity to outshine his performance in “Furiosa”. The upcoming sci-fi show, Prime Video’s “Blade Runner 2099”, is sure to capture the interest of sci-fi enthusiasts and critics alike as soon as it premieres. We’ll share more details about “Blade Runner 2099” on Prime Video as they become available.
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2024-08-28 21:31