The first trailer for the new movie Alita Battle Angel, directed by Robert Rodriguez with a screenplay written by James Cameron, Laeta Kalogridis, and Robert Rodriguez, has been released today by 20th Century Fox. This trailer provides a first glimpse at what you can expect from the Alita Battle Angel movie, which is based on Yukito Kishiro’s Battle Angel Alita manga.
Adapting the Manga
In previous interviews, James Cameron revealed that he intends to adapt “the spine story” of Yukito Kishiro’s original manga, with a specific focus on the first four books. He especially wants to include the fictional sport “Motorball” from the third and fourth volumes. Motorball is a high-speed, roller derby-like sport that plays a significant role in Alita’s journey and character development. This inclusion promises to bring an exciting and dynamic element to the film, showcasing intense action sequences and the unique world-building that Kishiro’s manga is known for.
Star-Studded Cast and Release Date
Alita Battle Angel will be premiering in theatre screens worldwide halfway through next year on July 20th, 2018. The film boasts a star-studded cast including Rosa Salazar as Alita, Christoph Waltz as Dr. Dyson Ido, Jennifer Connelly as Chiren, Mahershala Ali as Vector, Ed Skrein as Zapan, Jackie Earle Haley as Grewishka, and Keean Johnson as Hugo. Each actor brings their unique talents to the table, promising a rich and engaging cinematic experience.
Rosa Salazar, known for her roles in the Maze Runner series and Bird Box, takes on the challenging role of Alita, a cyborg heroine with a mysterious past. Christoph Waltz, a two-time Academy Award winner, plays Dr. Dyson Ido, a compassionate cyber-surgeon who becomes Alita’s mentor and father figure. Jennifer Connelly, another Academy Award winner, portrays Chiren, a character with complex motivations and a deep connection to the world of cyborgs.
Mahershala Ali, who has won two Academy Awards for his roles in Moonlight and Green Book, plays Vector, a powerful figure in the world of Motorball. Ed Skrein, known for his roles in Deadpool and Game of Thrones, takes on the role of Zapan, a formidable cyborg antagonist. Jackie Earle Haley, who has appeared in films such as Watchmen and A Nightmare on Elm Street, plays Grewishka, another of Alita’s adversaries. Keean Johnson, a rising star, portrays Hugo, Alita’s love interest and a key character in her journey.
Check out the first trailer below to learn more about Alita, the titular cyborg heroine. The trailer showcases stunning visual effects, intense action sequences, and a glimpse into the emotional depth of Alita’s story. The film’s visual style is heavily influenced by the manga, with a blend of live-action and CGI that brings the world of Iron City to life in a way that is both realistic and fantastical.
Source: 20th Century Fox
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