While it can be done well and has been done well, aging actors in movies can also be a bit precarious, so I was surprised to learn that the next Happy Gilmore 2 I would be using this technique. However, since it's been almost 30 years since the release of Adam Sandler's big '90s movie and much of the original cast is returning, Julie Bowen explained how they're putting this post-production process to good use.
The world has changed a lot since 1996 when happy gilmore launched for the first time, especially in the field of technology. Some advances, such as AI, have caused concern in the film industry because it is a less authentic shortcut that eliminates acting jobs. However, when used with integrity, it can help create some cool effects. Along with post-editing and specialized makeup, filmmakers have the option to rejuvenate their actors, which is a technique Bowen said. Collider the film has decided to use it for a good reason:
It's really strange. This is not a spoiler, but since there are flashbacks they have to give me the hair and clothes from then, which are not my favorites. It's funny because they also manage to age me, something I've never done. I'm like, 'Cool, I can't wait to see what that is.' There's a lot of really fun stuff. And seeing Adam [Sandler] and cris [McDonald]and even some of the crew were the same. Adam is a very loyal and lovely person to work with, and loves taking people with him from the start. Perry [Andelin Blake]our production designer, he's been with him since Happy Gilmore and he looks exactly the same.
Overall, I'm very intrigued to see how they use rejuvenation in the film. I honestly can't wait to see this cast both now and in the '90s.
He big daddy The actor has a habit of recasting actors in his films, but as a Sandler enthusiast, I love seeing how many familiar faces I can spot. A typical Happy Madison production includes a healthy amount of SNL student, famous cameos and the appearance of his wife Jackie. For example, happy gilmore Director Dennis Dugan makes a brief cameo as the alcoholic doctor in Adults 2.
Also, cameos as Travis Kelce and Margaret Qualley has already been confirmed for Happy Gilmore 2. However, I'm sure we can also expect to see some of Sandler's original friends on the green. For example, it would make sense for Kevin Nealon to reappear as one of Happy's professional golf opponents.
However, given happy gilmore was filmed just 3 decades ago, some of the film's essential actors have died. And while we have the power to rejuvenate, we cannot conjure up scenes without new images. For the most part, though, I think the sequel will be able to find ways around the problem. absence of Bob Barker and Gilmore's grandmother, but being the sentimental guy that he is, I'm hoping that the murder mystery actor scripts a tribute these characters on screen.
Given these possibilities and limitations, I wonder what moments the writers have chosen to remember. While I'm sure these scenes will include new instances from the '90s (hence the de-aging), I also hope the iconic ending with Happy abandoning the fallen tower to win it will be included. And unlike Julie Bowen, I'm excited to see them briefly return to '90s fashion to see what trends have stuck around or are making a comeback. Let's see if you can locate that old Bruins jersey.
All that being said, I have yet to see an Adam Sandler movie that I haven't enjoyed. They are timeless. So, I'm sure I'll enjoy this legacy sequel and I'm interested to see how they use rejuvenation. In the end, however, as long as this sequel has the same heart as the first installment, everything will be fine.
Eventually, Happy Gilmore 2 will be available to view with a Netflix subscription pending the release date. Hopefully it will appear in our movie schedule 2025and as we learn more about that and how they're making the movie, we'll be sure to keep you posted.