Marvels Director Pitched Using Final Fantasy VII as Reference

The director of The Marvels, Nia DaCosta, has expressed her admiration for Final Fantasy VII: Advent Children. During a press event, DaCosta shared that she referenced certain scenes from the animated film while pitching her vision for The Marvels. The director appreciates the movie's fight sequences and particularly noted the impactful ending scene. She also emphasized her intention to incorporate the high quality narrative and cinematic elements found in popular video games into The Marvels, without necessarily making it look like a traditional video game.

DaCosta is an avid gamer herself, with recent gaming experiences including The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild, and she draws inspiration from the storytelling seen in gaming for her film work. Final Fantasy VII: Advent Children received praise for being exceptional fan service when it was reviewed back in 2005, and it continues to hold a special place in the hearts of fans.

As the release date for The Marvels approaches, additional tidbits about the film are being revealed, including a recently released final trailer that teases a significant character appearance. The Marvels is reported to be the shortest film in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, and DaCosta has commented on leaving the film during post-production. These details contribute to the growing excitement around the next MCU entry.