No plot details have been made public, and it’s unclear when intheZeldatimelinethe movie will be set.

Still, one of the most exciting features of the film will be made possible by our long wait.

Now, theZeldamovie must follow suit.

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This bodes well, also.

However, he has since changed his mind (viaPolygon).

Ball has instead explained thathe wants to take a more grounded and “real” approach to Hyrule.

Sonic, Amy Rose, and Shadow from the Sonic movies are surrounded by gold sparkles.

The benefit of a live-actionZeldamovie would a version that is both immersive and believably realistic.

The benefit of a live-actionZeldamovie would a version that is both immersive and believably realistic.

Ball could certainly take this route, and a similarly styled Hyrle could check many fans' boxes.

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However,Ball’sZeldamovie must differentiateitself from other projects within the genre.

Hyrle is unique compared to other high-fantasy worlds.

This is an intriguing prospect.

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Miyazaki’s animated worlds are notably light and whimsical, with touches of eerie darkness perfectly woven throughout.

They have a recognizable aesthetic, which would blend beautifully with the world ofZelda.

The film’s producers include Shigeru Miyamoto, the original creator of Zelda, and Avi Arad.

A composite image of Link kneeling and looking intense in front of Link standing on a mountain in Legend of Zelda

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A disappointed-looking Princess Zelda looks on at the floating Hyrule Castle in Tears of the Kingdom.

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Based on Nintendo’s legendary video game series, The Legend of Zelda is a live-action action-adventure fantasy film by director Wes Ball. The film’s producers include Shigeru Miyamoto, the original creator of Zelda, and Avi Arad.

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