Street Fighter Movie Gets New Director

Kitao Sakurai is the new director for the upcoming Street Fighter movie. This movie is based on the popular video game series that started in 1987. The games are known for their intense fighting matches between different martial artists. The story often revolves around a worldwide fighting tournament led by the evil M. Bison and his group, Shadaloo. The movie is a big deal because Street Fighter has sold over 55 million units worldwide. It's one of the most famous and successful video game series ever. The latest game, Street Fighter 6, even won Best Fighting Game at the Game Awards in 2023. The movie is being made with help from Capcom, the company that created the games. Sakurai is no stranger to big projects. He was nominated for an Emmy for his work on The Eric Andre Show. He also co-wrote and directed the popular prank movie Bad Trip on Netflix. Sakurai has worked on other shows like Twisted Metal, Dave, and The Premise. He is also involved in the second season of Beef for Netflix and A24. Additionally, he is directing episodes of the Amazon spy thriller Butterfly, starring Daniel Dae Kim. The previous directors, Danny and Michael Philippou, were attached to the project in April 2023. They are known for their work on the movie Talk To Me. The plot of the Street Fighter movie is still a secret, but fans are excited to see how the intense battles and diverse characters will translate to the big screen. The Street Fighter series has a rich history and a dedicated fan base. The games have always been about intense action and unique characters. The movie has the potential to bring this excitement to a new audience. However, it will be a challenge to capture the essence of the games in a live-action format. Fans are hoping that Sakurai can deliver a movie that stays true to the spirit of the games while also being entertaining for new viewers.