Matilda Lutz says Red Sonja reboot will be less sexist
Red Sonja reboot will be less sexist than the comics, says Matilda Lutz, the protagonist. The director has also expressed that the new film will explore Red Sonja as a human being within the context of femininity.
By Megan Sauer
The next Red Sonja movie promises a more inclusive and less sexist approach compared to the original, Matilda Anna Ingrid Lutz , who plays the iconic character, revealed. While promoting her film Magpie at the South by Southwest (SXSW) festival, Lutz shared exciting details about the long-awaited adaptation.
Lutz highlighted that this new version of Red Sonja will be oriented towards female empowerment, differentiating itself from previous interpretations and comics. The actress highlighted how the film’s script moves away from the predominant male focus in early films and comics, promoting a more inclusive and progressive narrative (via CBR ):
” What I can say about Red Sonja is that the first ones and the comics were [made] with a very male orientation. This is a completely different story, and it has a lot of female empowerment, which I loved about the script.”
via CBR
Director MJ Bassett has also backed this vision since last year, announcing that the reboot will avoid portraying Red Sonja as a victim of sexual assault, in an effort to remove sexist elements and focus on the character’s strength and determination. Bassett has expressed that the new film will explore Red Sonja as a human being within the context of femininity, moving away from narratives of “sexual politics.”
What do we know about the Red Sonja reboot?
The reboot of Sonja the Warrior has generated great interest among fans of the sword and sorcery genre, offering a new vision of the iconic character. This project, starring Matilda Lutz , promises to differentiate itself from previous adaptations, with a more inclusive and less sexist approach.
Directed by MJ Bassett ( Silent Hill Horror 2: The Revelation) and written by Tasha Huo ( The Witcher: Dawn of Blood ), the film has been positioned as a new interpretation of the popular comic. This version is expected to avoid the problematic genre tropes that have plagued some previous adaptations.
The Red Sonja reboot marks a significant change compared to the previous version that was in development under the direction of Bryan Singer . Singer’s version, which was never made, generated controversy due to accusations of sexual abuse against him. The decision to opt for a new creative team reflects a shift in focus in the film industry, prioritizing integrity and inclusivity.
Featuring a diverse cast including Wallis Day , Robert Sheehan , Michael Bisping , Martyn Ford and Veronica Ferres , the Red Sonja reboot promises to revitalize the character for a new generation of viewers, offering an exciting and relevant cinematic experience.
