Michael B. Jordan recently disclosed that anime, including Dragon Ball Z, inspired many of the fight scenes in the upcoming film Creed 3. Jordan's admiration for the genre and its unique approach to fight scenes have contributed to his desire to create something new and fresh for the audience.
The Creed film series, which began in 2015, chronicles the story of Adonis Creed, the son of former boxing champion Apollo Creed, as he seeks to establish his own legacy in the sport. The franchise's first two films received widespread praise for their captivating characters and thrilling fight scenes. With Jordan taking on the role of director for Creed 3, fans can expect a fresh take on the series. In addition to directing Creed 3, Jordan is producing the MGM film through his production company, Outlier Society.
In a recent appearance at IGN Fan Fest, Jordan revealed that he was influenced by the techniques used in anime to create fight scenes that stand apart from those in the franchise's previous installments. Jordan's passion for anime and its unique visual style has led him to incorporate the genre's distinct camera angles, movement, and pacing into the fight scenes of Creed 3. He cited the exaggerated physical abilities of anime characters as another aspect of the genre that he aimed to incorporate into the film. Jordan warned fans to stay alert for scenes inspired by shows such as My Hero Academia, Naruto, Megalo Box, Hajime no Ippo, and Dragon Ball Z.
Jordan also explained how the similarities between these anime shows and Creed 3 extend beyond fight styles. "[...] there's an inherent spirit to them in how they fight. And their bonds and relationships and all that good stuff," Jordan said. "But it's very similar to the brotherhood and bond that we have, and his relationship to his family as well. So I tried to key in on some of those key moments. And yeah, they're in there. They're in a lot of the fights."
Jordan's use of anime to shape the fight scenes in Creed 3 underscores how the genre continues to influence popular culture globally. In recent years, anime has become a major source of inspiration for artists and creators in various fields, including video games, music videos, and television series. The genre's unique visual style and approach to storytelling have made it attractive for many creators looking to push the boundaries of their respective mediums.
As Creed 3 hits theaters, how audiences react to the anime-inspired fight scenes will be interesting. Jordan's willingness to incorporate anime techniques into a major Hollywood film underscores the power of relatively unfamiliar genres to drive innovation and inspire new ideas in the entertainment industry. By combining his passion for anime with his experience as an actor and producer, Jordan has created a unique and exciting new take on the Creed franchise that promises to captivate audiences and push the boundaries of what is possible in action filmmaking.
Creed 3 will be released in theaters on March 3, 2023.
Source: IGN