Paramount Pictures’ live-action/CGI
adaptation of legendary Sega videogame “Sonic the Hedgehog” in early 2020 was a
prime example of a film that made just the right changes in response to
negative fan feedback to win them back over with a great film, original
franchise-wise. Thus, when “Sonic the Hedgehog 2” was announced this past
February, fans were already excited, especially when filming commenced in the
following March. There is speculation on what to expect for the sequel, though
the first film’s post-credits scene (and second movie’s logo) already spoiled
that Sonic’s game sidekick Tails is in. But he is not the only one to join.
Screen Rant got hold of some telltale photos on the scene with the
filming of “Sonic the Hedgehog 2” from Paramount Pictures, which would indicate
that the second most prominent playable character from that videogame franchise
by Sega is also present for the follow-up to the 2020 blockbuster. The filming
location on Fort Langley, British Columbia depicts a battle-scarred urban
scene, where camera crews are positioning to-life-scale models of Sonic the
Hedgehog on the street as reference on where to put the CGI character in
post-production. And while Tails is present there is a third humanoid animal in
the mix.
Here's a look at the #SonicMovie2 filming at Fort Langley today. Sonic, Tails, and Knuckles props were seen; Marsden and Sumpter present as well. #SonicNews pic.twitter.com/YlrsNZlvVy
— Sonic the Hedgehog News & Updates · Tails' Channel (@TailsChannel) April 20, 2021
Fans of the “Sonic” franchise
would know him as Knuckles, the red echidna with the spiked hair and fists who
was initially a rival to the blue super-fast hedgehog before becoming an ally.
Having the primary three characters of the original games on the Sega Genesis
for just the first sequel alone is already a major coup. One other factor to
consider is who will voice Knuckles. Comedy actor Ben Schwarz was a hit as
Sonic, while Tails was reprised by his videogame voice actress Colleen
O'Shaughnessey. While nothing is confirmed, a prevailing rumor is that Jason
Momoa (“Aquaman”) is being considered to voice Knuckles.
“Sonic the Hedgehog 2” brings
back the primary cast from the 2020 film, with Schwarz accompanied by James
Marsden, Tika Sumpter, and veteran comedian Jim Carrey as the antagonist Dr. “Eggman”
Robotnik. Also returning is director Jeff Fowler and writers Josh Miller and Pat
Casey. The film is expected to release from Paramount Pictures next year, on
April 8, 2022.
Image from Techno Trenz
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