“Dive into the world of the highly-anticipated Borderlands Movie with exclusive insights from director Eli Roth and Gearbox Entertainment’s Randy Pitchford. IGN Fan Fest 2024 unveils the movie’s poster and a sneak peek at the trailer. Discover the dynamic collaboration between Roth and Pitchford, the creative liberties taken in character selection, and the star-studded cast, including Cate Blanchett and Jack Black. Get ready for a unique cinematic journey into the beloved looter-shooter universe, set to hit theaters on August 9, 2024.”
Eli Roth and Randy Pitchford Discuss the Launch of the Borderlands Cinematic Universe
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Adding to the excitement, IGN also brings you the exclusive reveal of the new poster for the Borderlands movie, showcased below.
Bridging the Gap From Pixel to Picture
The camaraderie between Roth and Pitchford mirrors the quirky spirit of Borderlands itself, evident even in a video call. Both exude the fun-loving goofiness that defines the franchise. However, amidst the comedic anecdotes about their time on set, a professional synergy emerges, promising a successful video game adaptation.
Obviously, it's Randy's baby, it's his brainchild, Roth acknowledges. You're stepping into a world that is so beloved, and the fans are so hardcore that you think, ‘Okay, well, I really don't want to screw this up.’
Pitchford's willingness to embrace creative ideas is evident, with Roth recounting discussions about keeping the beloved character Claptrap alive. The director reflects, Is it like a tail goes up and… are they little rabbit pellets It's this collaborative and open-minded approach that sets the tone for the Borderlands movie's success.
A Unique Collaboration From League of Legends to the Big Screen
Pitchford's journey to greenlight a film adaptation had its share of turns. Despite multiple requests over the years, he consistently turned down offers to adapt Gearbox's work into film. It was a fortuitous gaming session of League of Legends with producer Ari Arad that changed the trajectory.
Pitchford explains, We were playing League of Legends together one day, Ari and I. He was the support, and I was the ADC. We were talking on chat, like on Discord, about the possibility of a movie while we were playing.
This unexpected collaboration, built on shared gaming experiences, eventually gave Pitchford the confidence to sign off on the Borderlands movie adaptation.
A Pandora Adventure Unfolds Cast, Characters, and Creativity
Set on the fictional planet of Pandora, the movie promises an action-packed adventure with beloved characters from the game. However, this adaptation is not bound by the game's canon, offering creative freedom in selecting characters from across the franchise.
Featuring an impressive cast, including Cate Blanchett, Ariana Greenblatt, Jack Black, Jamie Lee Curtis, Kevin Hart, Florian Munteanu, and Gina Gershon, among others, the film assembles an ensemble that mirrors the game's quirky and diverse character lineup.
I was like, ‘Find me the weirdest, gnarliest people. We'll put them in the movie,’ Roth reveals.
Heartwarming Commitments Star Power and Gaming Influence
Roth and Pitchford shed light on convincing the star-studded cast to join the Borderlands universe. Cate Blanchett, likened to one of the greatest female performers in history by Roth, and Jamie Lee Curtis, drawn in by her gamer daughter's enthusiasm, reflect the heartwarming stories behind their involvement.
Jack Black's connection dates back to 2012 when he visited E3 with his son. Playing Claptrap was a condition set by Pitchford, a promise Black readily fulfilled.
Whether you've played a Borderlands game or not, it's a fun movie. It's a really, really fun movie, Pitchford assures.
Borderlands is set to hit U.S. theaters on August 9, 2024, promising an exhilarating journey from the gaming console to the silver screen.](https://dodnaturalresources.net/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Borderlands-Movie-Exclusive-Poster-Debut-and-Trailer-Sneak-Peek-1024x576.webp)
In a groundbreaking move, the iconic looter-shooter video game franchise, Borderlands, is set to transcend the gaming realm and enter the cinematic universe. With all six base games cherished by fans for their fantastical lore and eccentric characters, anticipation surrounds director Eli Roth’s film adaptation.
As we eagerly await the summer release, IGN got an exclusive opportunity to sit down with Roth and Randy Pitchford, founder of Gearbox Entertainment and executive producer of the movie, to delve into all things Borderlands ahead of the official trailer release tomorrow. Check out an exclusive sneak peek at the trailer [here](insert link).
Adding to the excitement, IGN also brings you the exclusive reveal of the new poster for the Borderlands movie, showcased below.
Borderlands Movie 2024 Tailer
Bridging the Gap: From Pixel to Picture
The camaraderie between Roth and Pitchford mirrors the quirky spirit of Borderlands itself, evident even in a video call. Both exude the fun-loving goofiness that defines the franchise. However, amidst the comedic anecdotes about their time on set, a professional synergy emerges, promising a successful video game adaptation.
“Obviously, it’s Randy’s baby, it’s his brainchild,” Roth acknowledges. “You’re stepping into a world that is so beloved, and the fans are so hardcore that you think, ‘Okay, well, I really don’t want to screw this up.’”
Pitchford’s willingness to embrace creative ideas is evident, with Roth recounting discussions about keeping the beloved character Claptrap alive. The director reflects, “Is it like a tail goes up and… are they little rabbit pellets?” It’s this collaborative and open-minded approach that sets the tone for the Borderlands movie’s success.
A Unique Collaboration: From League of Legends to the Big Screen
Pitchford’s journey to greenlight a film adaptation had its share of turns. Despite multiple requests over the years, he consistently turned down offers to adapt Gearbox’s work into film. It was a fortuitous gaming session of League of Legends with producer Ari Arad that changed the trajectory.
Pitchford explains, “We were playing League of Legends together one day, Ari and I. He was the support, and I was the ADC. We were talking on chat, like on Discord, about the possibility of a movie while we were playing.”
This unexpected collaboration, built on shared gaming experiences, eventually gave Pitchford the confidence to sign off on the Borderlands movie adaptation.
A Pandora Adventure Unfolds: Cast, Characters, and Creativity
Set on the fictional planet of Pandora, the movie promises an action-packed adventure with beloved characters from the game. However, this adaptation is not bound by the game’s canon, offering creative freedom in selecting characters from across the franchise.
Featuring an impressive cast, including Cate Blanchett, Ariana Greenblatt, Jack Black, Jamie Lee Curtis, Kevin Hart, Florian Munteanu, and Gina Gershon, among others, the film assembles an ensemble that mirrors the game’s quirky and diverse character lineup.
“I was like, ‘Find me the weirdest, gnarliest people. We’ll put them in the movie,’” Roth reveals.
Heartwarming Commitments: Star Power and Gaming Influence
Roth and Pitchford shed light on convincing the star-studded cast to join the Borderlands universe. Cate Blanchett, likened to one of the greatest female performers in history by Roth, and Jamie Lee Curtis, drawn in by her gamer daughter’s enthusiasm, reflect the heartwarming stories behind their involvement.
Jack Black’s connection dates back to 2012 when he visited E3 with his son. Playing Claptrap was a condition set by Pitchford, a promise Black readily fulfilled.
“Whether you’ve played a Borderlands game or not, it’s a fun movie. It’s a really, really fun movie,” Pitchford assures.
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Borderlands is set to hit U.S. theaters on August 9, 2024, promising an exhilarating journey from the gaming console to the silver screen.
