With Rami Malek’s upcoming action flick finally getting a release date, it will be great to see the actor return to the big screen for the first time sinceOppenheimer; however, it is also a harsh reminder that he won’t be reprising an iconic video game role. The award-winning star has been part of many memorable projects and his next film,The Amateur, looks as though it could be one ofRami Malek’s best moviesyet. His character’s transition from a CIA decoder to an elusive agent on a quest for revenge looks incredibly compelling and has plenty of potential.
While Malek’s new thriller looks destined to put him back in the limelight, it unfortunately makes his absence in an upcoming gaming adaptation even more painful. AlthoughMalek is best known forBohemian Rhapsody,Mr. Robot,Oppenheimer, and other critically acclaimed hits, one of his breakout roles came in a horror game from 2015 where he delivered a standout performance. Almost a decade later, the game is being transformed into a live-action movie, butdespite Malek playing a major part in the game, he won’t be back for its big-screen debut, making the timing of his new film extremely cruel.
Rami Malek Will Appear In The Amateur Just 2 Weeks Before Until Dawn Releases
The Actor’s Action Movie Is A Reminder He Won’t Be Back For Until Dawn
Malek’s theatrical return is undoubtedly a big deal and something many of his fans are looking forward to, but his next movie will be released just two weeks beforeUntil Dawn’s adaptation. The horror game was a massive hit when it debuted, and its legacy has only grown as its remaster teased the potential of a sequel while the movie adaptation proves the IP is still relevant nine years later. Sadly, Malek isn’t returning for the film as it is set to feature an almost entirely new cast, making his leading role inThe Amateurtwo weeks prior more heartbreaking.
It’s great to see how well the actor’s career has progressed sinceUntil Dawn, butMalek’s first movie appearance in almost two years falling so close to the adaptation is a hard pill to swallow.The Amateurlooks like it’ll get the best out of him by taking the awkward, introverted personality Malek is so good at portraying and combining it with more traditional action traits to create a complex yet memorable protagonist. However, as exciting as his next project looks, its timing will only makeUntil Dawnfans miss him even more given he’ll be back in the spotlight.
Until Dawn Could Still Be Great, But It Will Sorely Miss Rami Malek
The New Cast Will Have A Tough Time Overcoming Malek’s Excellent Performance
Even without Malek,Until Dawn’s video adaptation could still be great, but it will undoubtedly miss the Oscar winner. The rise of video game adaptations has led to mixed results, as some shows and movies have stuck the landing, while others have miss-fired completely. Luckily,Until Dawnalready plays like an interactive movie, making it the perfect story to be adapted to the big screen. While there is no confirmation that the plot will be the same, the younger cast suggests that the film will center around college students, indicating that a similar premise will likely take place.
Although it will be difficult to condense the 10-hour story into a theatrical length, a slightly different take on the successful narrative seems to have a lot of potential.
Although it will be difficult to condense the 10-hour story into a theatrical length, a slightly different take on the successful narrative seems to have a lot of potential. It may have to make some major changes, but if it can nail the horror and drama elements of its source material, the film will almost certainly be a hit. Still, theconfirmation thatUntil Dawnwon’t feature Malek or the other original actors gives the project a major obstacle to overcome, as it will miss the chemistry and wonderful performances that helped make the game so memorable.
Malek’s performance in particular will be hard to replicate, as his twisted yet tragic character is easily one of his most underrated roles.Josh is one of the highlights ofUntil Dawnand remains a fan favorite, but this wouldn’t have been possible without Malek’s charisma, which he combines perfectly with a more vulnerable side to portray a character still grieving the loss of his sisters. As a result, the new actors have big expectations, and they’ll have to do an incredible job for long-term fans to get over the movie’s big absences.
Peter Stormare’s Casting Will Only Make Rami Malek’s Absence More Noticeable
Stormare & Malek’s Interactions Were An Underrated Aspect Of The Video Game
Despite the movie’s cast being almost entirely different from the game’s, Peter Stormare will return for the adaptation, making Malek’s absence even more noticeable. Had the film opted to go down a completely fresh route with its actors, it would’ve felt like a brand-new take on the story and made comparisons less common between the two. However, with Stormare seemingly reprising his role, the changes are hard not to pick up on. The actor was a fantastic part of the original game, as his depiction of Josh’s creepy psychiatrist had a lot more depth than first meets the eye.
Until Dawn’s New Movie Casting Is Great, But Confirms 1 Harsh Reality About The Video Game Adaptation
The live action Until Dawn movie announced another new cast member, but this great addition confirms one harsh reality about the adaptation.
The interactions between Malek and Stormare’s characters were also an underrated aspect of what made the game so good, meaning it will feel strange seeing Stormare back without Malek alongside him. Getting the Swede onboard is still a massive addition to the movie and will undoubtedly add some much-needed star power, but it’ll still be a big adjustment witnessing this classic story without the original cast. Hopefully,Until DawnandThe Amateurcan both deliver when they arrive in April, but the quality and experience Malek brings to each project will give his action movie a big advantage.
The Amateur
The Amateur follows a brilliant yet introverted CIA decoder whose life is upended when his wife is killed in a London terrorist attack. Defying his supervisors' inaction, he embarks on a personal mission to seek justice.
