The 2007 post-apocalyptic film "I Am Legend" starring Will Smith holds a special place in the hearts of movie fans. In the film, Smith plays Dr. Robert Neville, the sole survivor of a devastating virus that wipes out the world in New York City, who uses his skills to find a cure to save humanity.
Now, nearly two decades later, the story is about to get a new chapter. It was announced in 2022 that "I Am Legend 2" was in development, with Smith reprising his role, and will be joined by Hollywood's leading actor Michael B. Jordan. Smith recently appeared on REVOLT's Drink Champs podcast and revealed some interesting details about the sequel. He revealed that Michael B. Jordan spoke about the character, which will provide an unexpected twist for fans of the film.
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Initially, the new film was supposed to be a prequel, but screenwriter Akiva Goldsman came up with an innovative idea. Instead of the theatrical ending of the original film, he suggested developing the story around an alternate ending, in which Robert Neville survives.
In this alternate storyline, Michael B. Jordan appears as the leader of a new settlement in Connecticut. As Smith clarified, Jordan's character is not Robert Neville's son, but an independent man, perhaps someone who has taken on the responsibility of rebuilding society after the virus outbreak. This settlement could be a new ray of hope, where survivors live together and try to rebuild civilization.
The appearance of Smith and Jordan on screen together adds an exciting dynamic to this sequel. It will be interesting to see how Robert Neville, stepping out of his solitary life into this new community, interacts with the settlement led by Jordan. Fans are hoping that their relationship in this story will offer a new perspective on how humanity will be reborn after overcoming the challenges of the virus.
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This sequel is not just a continuation, but a bold attempt that goes in a new direction while preserving the spirit of the original film. Akiva Goldsman's idea—based on an alternate ending—offers the opportunity to expand the story further, while also bringing together powerful actors like Smith and Jordan. "I Am Legend 2" shows signs of being a compelling film that rediscovers the essence of human resilience and survival.