In a surprising twist, passionate Shrek fans have brought to life an alternative version of this iconic animated film.
Although the original film was released in 2001, these enthusiastic Internet users decided to go back in time and recreate a fictional version of “Shrek” as if it had been filmed in the 1950s.
Why make a 1950’s version of Shrek?
The project, titled ‘Shrek in Super Panavision 70’, pays homage to classic films shot on 70mm.
What exactly is Panavision 70?
This film system has endured throughout the digital age because of its commitment to the large film format. Using anamorphic lenses during filming, he manages to create impressive images and has become synonymous with cinematic classics.
What would the beloved Shrek characters look like in Panavision 70 format?
While it’s a nostalgic version, it’s also terrifying.
In this version, our beloved dragon would look more realistic, with more marked features. The colors would be more neutral and cool, giving it a classic look. The swamp where Shrek lives would also take on a touch of mystery and magic, though some of his companions would seem a little more grim.
Donkey: Shrek’s inseparable companion Donkey would be more like a conventional animal. Their fur and expressions would be more natural, in keeping with the style of the films of the time.
Puss in Boots: This crafty feline would also get the Super Panavision 70 treatment and while his glowing eyes would stand out, he would look a bit more like a stuffed animal or toy of the era.
Princess Fiona: Fiona, with her dual human and ogre nature, would be an interesting visual challenge. His features would change according to his form and the film would capture every detail of his transformation.
The Dragon: Like Puss in Boots, the dragon would also take on a cartoonish image.
Most Annoying Characters: The appearance of Magic Mirror, Lord Farquad, and the Gingerbread Man undoubtedly drastically change their appearance and become scarier.
Abandoned Films even made a trailer in this format, which was scripted with Chat GPT Artificial Intelligence and is available on YouTube. Right now it already has almost 100k views in just a few days.
In this alternate version, Shrek and his gang would be immersed in a different cinematic world, where colors, textures and angles would be aligned with the Technicolor classics of yesteryear.
Although it exists only in the imagination of fans, this edition invites us to think about how films can transcend time and continue to inspire new generations as a creative tribute to the magic of cinema, to previous formats and proof that the love for them the characters have lived on for decades after their original debut.
Source: univision

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