'Rebel Moon': Sofia Boutella discusses hardest part of filming sequel
Sofia Boutella, who reprised her role as Kora in Zack Snyder's latest sci-fi saga Rebel Moon - Part Two: The Scargiver, recently shared her filming experiences. She admitted that convincingly portraying a character skilled in firearms was one of her main challenges. Speaking with ComicBook, Boutella stated, "The challenge, for me, was really about...holding the gun in a way to where it was believable that I've done that my entire life."
Boutella felt intimidated by the film's grand scale
During the interview, Boutella revealed that she initially felt intimidated by the grand scale of Rebel Moon. "I was a bit intimidated by that. The other part is the epicness of it, the size of it all. Us, as actors, to step onto sets like that, I think it only [improved] our performances because it was just all there for us." The film continues the narrative of Kora and her comrades defending their newfound homeland against the Motherworld.
Everything about 'Rebel Moon - Part 2'
In the direct sequel to Rebel Moon - Part One: A Child of Fire (2023), the action unfolds on the moon of Veldt as Kora and her band of warriors rally to aid farmers in defending their homestead. Returning stars including Boutella, Hounsou, Skrein, Huisman, Bae, Fisher, Nair, Fee, Duffy, Maggi, Martin, Elwes, and Hopkins reprise their roles. Part 2 premiered in select US theaters on April 12 before its OTT debut on Netflix on Friday.
Director's cuts of 'Rebel Moon' films announced
Snyder has announced plans to release R-rated director's cuts of both Rebel Moon films on Netflix later this year. Co-writer Kurt Johnstad confirmed in a separate interview with the portal that both director's cuts would be released simultaneously. Johnstad assured fans, "Yeah, you're going to see them this year for sure," adding, "So, sometime in 2024, you can sit down and for six hours have a non-interrupted experience of Snyder."
Snyder's plan to expand 'Rebel Moon'; working on Part 3
Despite mixed reviews from critics, the Rebel Moon series has managed to amass a significant fanbase. Currently, the director is preparing for the third installment. In an interview, he stated, "We have definitely been working on Part Three, as far as the story goes." "We definitely know where we're all headed...So yeah, I'm excited to make some more Rebel Moon movies. That would be fun." Snyder has expressed interest in expanding the series to include four or six films.
