According to an exclusive report by The Hollywood ReporterJames Gunn and Peter Saffron will be the heads of DC Studios in an impressive turnaround.
The filmmaker and producer will be responsible for overseeing film, television and animation efforts in the newly formed division of Warner Bros. Pictureswhich replaces the DC movies.
His acting will be independent, similar to Marvel Studios Walt Disney Company.
Gunn and Safran have met on a number of occasions over the past few weeks Michael DeLucaCoPresident of Warner Bros. Pictures.
According to site sources, the initial opening took place sometime during the North American summer, concurrent with negotiations with Dan Lin.
Gunn will focus on the creative side, while Safran will handle production and negotiations.
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The two report directly to David ZaslavCEO of Warner Bros. Discoveryin close cooperation with De Luca and the company’s other cameraman, Pamela Abdy.
“DC has some of the funniest, most powerful and iconic characters alive and I am thrilled that the unique and complementary talents of James and Peter are joining our worldclass team and overseeing the creative direction of the celebrated DC Universe.”
explained Zaslav.
“Her decades of film experience, deep ties to the creative community, and proven track record as avid superhero fans around the world make her uniquely qualified to develop a longterm strategy across film, television and animation and advance this iconic franchise. to the next level of creative storytelling.”
Gunn and Safran, who have signed contracts for the next four years, also spoke.
“We are honored to have the opportunity to manage these DC characters that we have loved since childhood. We can’t wait to work with the world’s most talented writers, directors and actors to create an integrated universe that still allows for the individual expression of the artists involved. Our commitment to Superman, Batman, Wonder Woman, Aquaman, Harley Quinn and the rest of the DC pantheon is matched only by the wonder of the human possibilities these characters represent. We want to reinvigorate the cinematic experience around the world by telling some of the greatest, most beautiful and greatest stories ever told.”
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Another factor mentioned about Gunn is that despite some talk about the possibility of working on future projects for the Marvel Cinematic Universethis agreement seems to have closed the door for good.