Hugh Jackman’s fate as Wolverine in the Marvel Cinematic Universe has been a topic of great interest to fans since his emotional farewell in ‘Logan’ in 2017. Now, with the upcoming ‘Deadpool & Wolverine’ film on the horizon, it emerges a new controversy over the return of the acclaimed actor as the iconic mutant.
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What did Kevin Feige say to Hugh Jackman about his return as Wolverine?
As revealed Kevin Feigepresident of Marvel Studios, in an interview with empire, there were questions about whether bringing Jackman back as Wolverine was the right decision. Feige shared: ‘I said, ‘Let me give you some advice, Hugh. Do not come back”. This statement reflects Feige’s concern about not undoing the shocking ending of ‘Logan – 93%’, which many consider a perfect farewell for the character.
Feige’s recommendation to Jackman is based on the recognition of the great closure that Wolverine had in ‘Logan’, a film that left Jackman and fans satisfied with the character’s arc. The idea of undoing that ending could be a risk to the emotional and narrative integrity of the character, according to Feige.
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Given this suggestion, Hugh Jackman took time to reflect on the project. In a gesture that shows his commitment and appreciation for the character and the fans, Jackman revealed that after driving around for hours in his car, he finally called Ryan Reynolds to accept the challenge. ‘Ryan, if you want me, I’m in,’ were the words of the Australian actor.
What to expect from Hugh Jackman in ‘Deadpool and Wolverine’?
However, it’s important to note that Jackman’s return as Wolverine in ‘Deadpool & Wolverine’ won’t mean reviving exactly the same Logan we know from the previous X-Men movies. The film is expected to take some creative liberties to preserve the significance of Logan’s goodbye in ‘Logan.’
While Hugh Jackman’s return as Wolverine is sure to excite fans, it also raises questions about how the character will be handled in this new installment. How will respect for the ending of ‘Logan’ be balanced with the addition of Wolverine to a new context in the Marvel cinematic universe? These are questions that will only be resolved when ‘Deadpool & Wolverine’ hits the big screen.
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