Despite recent speculation that Johnny Depp may return as Captain Jack Sparrow in the Pirates of the Caribbean franchise, industry rumours suggests that actress Ayo Edebiri could be the new star of the upcoming film. Allegedly, Ayo Edebiri is being considered to take on the lead role in the previously announced Pirates of the Caribbean film by Craig Mazin.
Within just 24 hours of her debut hosting NBC’s Saturday Night Live, news of Ayo Edebiri’s potential big break has already surfaced. The film is rumored to kick Johnny Depp’s Captain Jack Sparrow to the curb and will instead center around a black female character named Anne and a group of much younger pirates on a quest for a new treasure. While Ayo Edebiri’s casting has not been confirmed by a major trade or Disney itself, Ayo Edebiri’s recent rise to prominence in the entertainment industry makes this rumor all the more believable.
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The potential return of Johnny Depp as Captain Jack Sparrow in the upcoming sixth installment of the Pirates of the Caribbean franchise remains uncertain. Despite a stormy legal battle with ex-wife Amber Heard resulting in Johnny Depp’s exit from the cast, recent developments suggest a change in the wind. Producer Jerry Bruckheimer expressed his desire to see Johnny Depp return to the Pirates of the Caribbean franchise, a sentiment echoed by many fans.
Sources close to the actor indicate he is open to the idea if the project aligns with his artistic vision. Contrarily, Johnny Depp’s stance during his defamation trial, where he dismissed the idea of returning even for a hefty sum, only thickens the fog of uncertainty surrounding his involvement. Adding to the intrigue, a former Disney executive hinted at a potential reboot of the franchise with Johnny Depp onboard.
Concurrently, rumors of an all-female version of the movie starring Margot Robbie have also circulated. However, no official confirmation has been given by Disney or Johnny Depp, however the recent rumours would indicate that the Kathleen Kennedy method, “put a chick in it and make it lame and gay,” is going to be applied to the new Pirates of the Caribbean, with female lead Ayo Edebiri.
There is also no confirmation yet of whether Johnny Depp’s previous cast mates Orlando Bloom and Kaya Scodelario would return. As the tides ebb and flow, the fate of Johnny Depp’s iconic character, Captain Jack Sparrow, hangs in the balance. While Johnny Depp’s return would undoubtedly cause a wave of joy among fans, his absence would mark the end of an era, forever altering the horizon of the beloved franchise. Craig Mazin, the showrunner behind HBO shows like The Last of Us and Chernobyl, has revealed that his proposed Pirates of the Caribbean reboot was given the green light by Disney, despite initial doubts that his vision was “too weird” for the franchise.
While speaking to LA Times, he said, “We pitched it and thought there’s no way they’re buying it, it’s too weird. And they did!” This statement from Mazin highlights the need for Hollywood to take risks and experiment with new ideas, but unfortunately for Hollywood, doubling down on wokeness with another stunning and brave “black female lead” film with Ayo Edebiri is probably not going to cut it.
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Hollywood either dismisses or is totally ignorant of the importance of having a strong creative vision that can capture the imagination of audiences while still respecting the legacy of the franchise. The potential for an all-female spin-off of the movie starring Margot Robbie has also circulated, which may not sit well with fans who are invested in the original characters and storylines. Furthermore, the potential for a woke “black and female lead” movie with Ayo Edebiri is a major concern for fans who are tired of Hollywood’s obsession with identity politics and political correctness, which come at the expense of the story’s integrity or the audience’s enjoyment.
The future of the Pirates of the Caribbean franchise remains uncertain, but while the rumors of a black female lead film with Ayo Edebiri haven’t been confirmed yet, there is still hope that it could be revitalized with the help of a strong creative vision and respect for the franchise’s legacy.
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“Put a chick in it & make it lame.”