The writers behind the popular Sonic the Hedgehog movie, Pat Casey and Josh Miller, have expressed their interest in adapting another iconic video game into a film. This time, their eyes are set on the beloved Nintendo franchise, specifically The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker.
In a recent interview, the duo confessed their love for the game and the desire to bring its unique world to the silver screen. They specifically mentioned The Wind Waker, one of the series' most distinctive entries, known for its cell-shaded art style and oceanic exploration theme. The Wind Waker's unique aesthetic and epic, emotional story could make for a spectacular cinematic experience.
However, the writers made it clear that their interest is purely personal and there's currently no official plan or project to adapt The Wind Waker or any other Legend of Zelda game into a movie. Nintendo, the company behind the franchise, has traditionally been very protective of their properties in terms of adaptations for other media. There have been very few film or TV adaptations of Nintendo games, and most of them, like the 1993 Super Mario Bros. movie, were not well-received.
Despite this, the success of the Sonic the Hedgehog movie, which became the highest-grossing video game film in the United States, might inspire more video game adaptations in the future. The Sonic sequel is already in the works, which shows the growing confidence in video game movies.
In the end, the writers' interest in making a Zelda movie might just remain a dream. However, it's an exciting prospect to consider, especially for fans of the franchise. A film adaptation that accurately captures the magic and adventure of The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker would surely be a thrilling addition to the world of video game cinema.