The Russo Brothers are moving forward with “Avengers: Doomsday” despite beginning production without a completed screenplay, a decision the filmmakers view as standard practice. In an interview with the Associated Press, co-director Joe Russo explained that his directing approach treats scripts as fluid documents that evolve during the filmmaking process. He emphasized that he and his brother Anthony prioritize improvisation and rehearsal-based techniques that allow actors to shape their characters organically.
Russo noted that casting often occurs shortly before filming begins, which he believes is when creative breakthroughs happen on set. This philosophy contrasts sharply with industry standards established by other major studios. When filmmaker James Gunn transitioned to leading DC Studios, he publicly committed to requiring fully finished scripts before production commences, citing incomplete screenplays as a primary factor in the entertainment industry’s struggles.
The Russo Brothers are returning to direct their first Marvel Cinematic Universe film since “Avengers: Endgame.” The project underwent significant changes after actor Jonathan Majors departed from his role as the main villain, forcing Marvel to reimagine the film’s direction. The new iteration now features Robert Downey Jr. reprising his Marvel legacy as the villain Doctor Doom, marking his return to the franchise following his Iron Man character’s conclusion.
Originally reported by Variety →
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