Alex Proyas

Alex Proyas

ByAnonymous

Alex ProyasAlex Proyas (Alexander Proyas, Australian film director, screenwriter, and producer) who directed The Crow – The Crow in 1994, a cult work based on James O’Barr’s comic, has always been opposed to the making of a new Crow movie and had previously expressed his opposition in a heartfelt message explaining that making more films would be a bad idea. The reason behind his opinion is the legacy of Brandon Lee, who, as is known, was accidentally killed on set while filming the movie in the early ’90s.

Alex ProyasWhat Alex Proyas Said:

As mentioned above, Alex Proyas has clarified over the years that he has never been in favor of remaking the original film – as evidenced by a heartfelt Facebook post in 2017. Recently, he commented again and it seems that he has not softened much on that position.
Last week on Facebook, Proyas posted one of the first images of Eric Draven played by Bill Skarsgård and shared his thoughts candidly and bluntly about that first photo:
“Eric Draven had a bad hair day judging by his hair. I suppose he should be a tough guy, with all those tattoos, werewolves, and skulls on the jacket. He might as well decide to drink something better!
Proyas criticized Eric Draven’s entire look, starting from the hair, going to the jacket, and even the beer. Indeed, the appearance of the new Eric is very different from that of his character played by the legendary Brandon Lee.

Alex ProyasProyas reappeared on Facebook the next day to defend his right to have an opinion. “For all those who get mad at me because I made a joke about the haircut – why do you care what I think? What does it matter? If your enjoyment of a film can be so easily ruined by someone you don’t even know, isn’t that sad? Go see it if you’re excited about it: I don’t want to take away anyone’s joy or dampen anyone’s enthusiasm.

But that’s not all. Even an actress from the original cult classic recently spoke out, calling the new version of the character “dirty and shabby.”

We’re talking about Rochelle Davis, known for playing Sarah in Alex Proyas’ film with Brandon Lee, who in a recent conversation with TMZ, the most famous gossip and celebrity news site in America, shared her disappointment with Skarsgård’s new Eric Draven’s look, echoing prevailing opinions online.
The actress criticized the character’s “grimy, dirty, and grungy” appearance, arguing that the producers should have chosen an actor more similar to Lee to pay homage to him. Additionally, Davis expressed a desire for greater diversity within the cast, suggesting that a different choice from that of a white heterosexual male would have been more appropriate.

And what do you think? We just have to wait to express a more informed opinion.

Similar Posts

  • Gloria Stuart

    ByElena

    Gloria Stuart, with her ethereal beauty and extraordinary talent, stands as one of the most captivating and admired figures of Hollywood’s golden age. Her career, spanning over eight decades, has been an extraordinary journey through the epochs of cinema, leaving an indelible mark on generations of audiences and artists fortunate enough to encounter her work.

  • Ryuichi Sakamoto has Died

    ByAnonymous

    Ryuichi Sakamoto has died, the great Japanese musician and composer who won the Academy Award in 1988 for the soundtrack of Bernardo Bertolucci’s film “The Last Emperor,” which he created with David Byrne and Cong Su. He was 71 years old. Japanese news agencies were the first to report the news of his passing. Last summer, Ryuichi Sakamoto—who had previously overcome throat cancer and rectal cancer in 2014—announced that he was suffering from stage four lung cancer, with slim chances of recovery. Among his most famous pieces is “Forbidden Colours,” part of the soundtrack for Nagisa Ōshima’s film “Furyo (Merry Christmas, Mr. Lawrence).”

  • Lars Von Trier

    ByElena

    Lars von Trier, born on April 30, 1956, in Copenhagen, Denmark, is one of the most controversial and visionary filmmakers in contemporary cinema. Known for his ability to push the emotional and stylistic boundaries of his films, von Trier has built a unique cinematic career marked by a strong provocative streak and an unrelenting pursuit of new narrative forms. His work is often characterized by a nihilistic and dark worldview, where pain, sacrifice, and guilt play a fundamental role.

  • | |

    I found you, Kunta Kinte! RIP James Earl Jones

    ByUber

    The world is mourning the loss of James Earl Jones, the iconic actor known for his deep, commanding voice and extraordinary talent, who passed away at the age of 93. Jones, whose career spanned over seven decades, left an indelible mark on both stage and screen, becoming a cultural cornerstone with roles ranging from the sinister Darth Vader in Star Wars to the wise and fatherly Mufasa in The Lion King.

  • When Costumes Scare: The Top 10

    ByUber

    Horror cinema is a genre that has always fascinated audiences thanks to its ability to evoke intense emotions, such as fear and tension. One of the fundamental elements contributing to the creation of these atmospheres is costume design. Costume designers, with their talent for creating outfits that seamlessly integrate with the narrative, play a crucial role in shaping the visual identity of the characters and in making a horror film memorable. When costumes frighten… Here’s a list of the top ten costume designers who have left an indelible mark on horror cinema.

Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

Horror d'Elite is not a recognized journalistic publication and does not have a periodic nature. Therefore, it cannot be considered an editorial product under Italian Law No. 62 of 7/3/2001.

© 2025 Horror d'Elite