Overview

• David F. Sandberg faced intense fan backlash, including death threats, following the critical underperformance of 'Shazam: Fury of the Gods' in 2023.
• Disillusioned by the experience, Sandberg initially declared he was 'done with superheroes' and considered stepping away from IP-based films entirely.
• The 'Until Dawn' script, with its time-loop horror concept, inspired Sandberg to return to franchise filmmaking, reigniting his enthusiasm for the genre.
• Sandberg praised the adaptation's innovative approach, which he believes stays true to the spirit of the original video game.
• The director's journey highlights the pressures of franchise filmmaking and the potential for creative renewal through compelling storytelling.