'Wick Is Pain': Keane Reeves, director and producers speak about the making of John Wick
Lionsgate will release 'Wick Is Pain' a documentary about the John Wick franchise. It will be available on demand starting May 9. The documentary features Keanu Reeves and Chad Stahelski. It traces the franchise's journey from its start as an independent film. The documentary also covers the upcoming spinoff film -Ballerina-.
The 'John Wick' franchise is treading a new course in terms of the narrative, and it may not be exactly what fans expect.
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"Wick Is Pain" featuring Keanu Reeves will be available on video-on-demand retailers starting May 9. The documentary explores the making of the "John Wick" franchise and Reeves has now spoken about what went behind the scenes.Directed by Jeffrey Dee, the documentary will feature director Chad Stahelski, and producers Basil Iwanyk and Eric Lee along with Reeves. "Wick Is Pain" traces the franchise's journey from its inception as an independent film in 2014 to its current status, including the upcoming spinoff film -Ballerina- starring Ana de Armas, set to release on June 6. Beyond Fest will screen "Wick Is Pain" in Los Angeles on May 8.Reeves and others will speak about and provide viewers with a behind-the-scenes look at the creation of the "John Wick" franchise. The franchise began with the 2014 film. Summit Entertainment initially released the first film.Lionsgate later acquired the franchise when it took over Summit. The original film centered on John Wick, a retired assassin. He is drawn back into action after an attack by a gangster's son.Each subsequent sequel involves more assassins forcing Wick into action. These actions often lead to dire consequences for those who cross him. Lionsgate's announcement highlights the unlikelihood of the franchise's initial success.The John Wick universe has expanded beyond the four films. It now includes the Peacock miniseries " The Continental". Keanu Reeves shared his enthusiasm for the project. "I'm excited to share and be a part of taking fans behind the curtain on the extraordinary journey of making the John Wick films."
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