Will Smith is coming back with the sequel of one of his well-known movies. But will he face issues with the creation

Will Will Smith Face a Challenge of His Own While Returning for the First Ever Sequel of a Movie in &#8216;I Am Legend 2&#8217;?

The movie title itself suggests the legend is coming back with a bang. The
award-winning movie, I Am Legend, was released in 2017. Now, after all these
years and a lot of waiting, viewers will see Will Smith again in a sequel to the
first movie. The Oscar-winner actor will once again be seen on the big screen
with a bang. However, the sequel will have some complex challenges.

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The first movie was well-received amongst the viewers and did well at the Box
Office. Hollywood has movies that display a post-apocalyptic world that blows
our minds, and I Am Legend does not differ from others. It is a 2007
post-apocalyptic action thriller film loosely based on the 1954 novel of the
same name by Richard Matheson. So, where is the challenge
[https://screenrant.com/i-am-legend-2-ending-retcon-darkseeker-problem/] in the
sequel?

ALSO READ: “They were finished with Will when…” Comedian Katt Williams Believes
the Reason for Will Smith’s Downfall in Hollywood Originates From One of His
Children
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THE CHALLENGE THAT WILL SMITH WILL FACE WITH THE SEQUEL OF I AM LEGEND

The King Richard star has got his fans excited about his return to the
post-apocalyptic world with the sequel. They are not only excited about the
return of Smith but also about the feature of the Fantastic Four star, Michael
B. Jordan
[https://netflixjunkie.com/netflix-news-thats-something-i-connect-with-michael-b-jordan-once-spoke-on-will-smith-career-choices/].
However, there is a big challenge lies with the plot of the sequel. If you
remember, the first movie had two endings. And the original ending of the movie
doesn’t leave much room for Smith’s return in the sequel.
[https://netflixjunkie.com/netflix-news-will-smith-evades-a-long-running-series-of-mistakes-with-i-am-legend-2-starring-black-panther-actor-michael-b-jordan/]

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The problem with the Smith-starrer sequel is that at the end of the first movie,
he sacrifices himself in the fight against the ruthless killers, the
Darkseekers. The virus infected the Darkseekers, but they didn’t die. It turned
them into zombies. Throughout the movie, we can see them killing people
ruthlessly. However, it is in the alternate ending where one of the Darkseekers
displays the compassionate and more human side. If this were the ending, it
would have been possible for Smith [http://netflixjunkie.com/tag/will-smith] to
return easily, as he survives with this ending. However, there is a problem with
this ending as well.


THE ALTERNATE ENDING SERVES TO CHALLENGE VIEWERS

I Am Legend’s alternate ending also poses a major issue: viewer’s perception of
Darkseekers. The recon ending would mean the portrayal of the killers in a
compassionate light. If the viewers would see these monsters getting soft, it
would be nearly impossible to see them as mindless villains again. It is not a
problem for the viewers only, but also for the character of Will Smith.

The level of conflict among the characters
[https://netflixjunkie.com/netflix-news-from-ben-thomas-to-richard-williams-7-will-smith-characters-to-revisit-on-his-54th-birthday/]
in the movie would increase and it wouldn’t make sense to the moviegoers if they
are served with a concept similar to the first film. However, this is where
creators can bring a totally unexpected side to the original plot and surprise
the viewers.

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Another possibility for the plot of the sequel could be if I Am Legend 2 is a
prequel to the first one. This way it wouldn’t be possible to make the movie
without the main character that is the King Richard star
[https://netflixjunkie.com/netflix-news-i-was-reintroducing-myself-back-to-working-more-consistently-will-smith-opens-up-about-his-experience-working-on-king-richard/],
Will Smith. The plot of the prequel could trace the story of the events set
before the first film. This allows the ending of the original film to stay in
place. Although, the actor’s age might be a challenge. But at least this gives
the possibility of the characterization and the plot of the first movie staying
the same.

ALSO READ: The ‘Stinking’ Story of Will Smith, Tommy Lee Jones, and a Torture on
‘Men in Black’ Production
[https://netflixjunkie.com/netflix-news-the-stinking-story-of-will-smith-tommy-lee-jones-and-a-torture-on-men-in-black-production/]

Whatever the story will be, the fans are extremely excited about the return of
their favorite star. What is your theory about the second movie starring your
favorite actor? Are you also eagerly waiting for Smith’s return to the big
screen? Share your views with us in the comment box.

Neha Chande

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Meet Neha Chande, an entertainment writer at Netflix Junkie, who has written more than 1100 articles. With a Master's degree in English Literature, Neha believes in unbiased journalism. Before delving into her passion for writing and cinema, she taught English and communication skills as a facilitator and lecturer. Writing has been Neha's passion since childhood, and with a degree in Theatre Arts, she enjoys analyzing movies and shows of all genres. Recently, while watching My Next Guest Needs No Introduction, Neha was deeply moved by Will Smith's spiritual journey, which led to a lot of self-discovery. She has a deep appreciation for poetry, regardless of the language, and prefers to lose herself in the romantic world of books and movies rather than the chaotic reality.

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The movie title itself suggests the legend is coming back with a bang. The award-winning movie, I Am Legend, was released in 2017. Now, after all these years and a lot of waiting, viewers will see Will Smith again in a sequel to the first movie. The Oscar-winner actor will once again be seen on the big screen with a bang. However, the sequel will have some complex challenges.
<img loading="lazy" class="aligncenter lazyload" src="data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==" data-src="https://www.highonfilms.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/i-am-legend-screenshot-1.jpg" alt="" width="1920" height="800" />
The first movie was well-received amongst the viewers and did well at the Box Office. Hollywood has movies that display a post-apocalyptic world that blows our minds, and I Am Legend does not differ from others. It is a 2007 post-apocalyptic action thriller film loosely based on the 1954 novel of the same name by Richard Matheson. So, where is the <a href="https://screenrant.com/i-am-legend-2-ending-retcon-darkseeker-problem/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">challenge</a> in the sequel?
ALSO READ: <a href="https://netflixjunkie.com/netflix-news-they-were-finished-with-will-when-comedian-katt-williams-believes-the-reason-for-will-smith-downfall-in-hollywood-originates-from-one-of-his-children/" rel="bookmark">“They were finished with Will when…” Comedian Katt Williams Believes the Reason for Will Smith’s Downfall in Hollywood Originates From One of His Children</a>
<h2>The challenge that Will Smith will face with the sequel of I Am Legend</h2>
The King Richard star has got his fans excited about his return to the post-apocalyptic world with the sequel. They are not only excited about the return of Smith but also about the feature of the Fantastic Four star,<a href="https://netflixjunkie.com/netflix-news-thats-something-i-connect-with-michael-b-jordan-once-spoke-on-will-smith-career-choices/"> Michael B. Jordan</a>. However, there is a big challenge lies with the plot of the sequel. If you remember, the first movie had two endings. And the original ending of the movie doesn&#8217;t leave much room for <a href="https://netflixjunkie.com/netflix-news-will-smith-evades-a-long-running-series-of-mistakes-with-i-am-legend-2-starring-black-panther-actor-michael-b-jordan/">Smith&#8217;s return in the sequel.</a>
<img loading="lazy" class="aligncenter lazyload" src="data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==" data-src="https://theubj.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/I-Am-Legend-2-Will-Smith-Michael-B-Jordan.jpg" alt="" width="1400" height="700" />
The problem with the Smith-starrer sequel is that at the end of the first movie, he sacrifices himself in the fight against the ruthless killers, the Darkseekers. The virus infected the Darkseekers, but they didn&#8217;t die. It turned them into zombies. Throughout the movie, we can see them killing people ruthlessly. However, it is in the alternate ending where one of the Darkseekers displays the compassionate and more human side. If this were the ending, it would have been possible for <a href="http://netflixjunkie.com/tag/will-smith">Smith</a> to return easily, as he survives with this ending. However, there is a problem with this ending as well.
<h2>The alternate ending serves to challenge viewers</h2>
I Am Legend&#8217;s alternate ending also poses a major issue: viewer&#8217;s perception of Darkseekers. The recon ending would mean the portrayal of the killers in a compassionate light. If the viewers would see these monsters getting soft, it would be nearly impossible to see them as mindless villains again. It is not a problem for the viewers only, but also for the character of Will Smith.
The level of conflict among <a href="https://netflixjunkie.com/netflix-news-from-ben-thomas-to-richard-williams-7-will-smith-characters-to-revisit-on-his-54th-birthday/">the characters</a> in the movie would increase and it wouldn&#8217;t make sense to the moviegoers if they are served with a concept similar to the first film. However, this is where creators can bring a totally unexpected side to the original plot and surprise the viewers.
<img class="aligncenter lazyload" src="data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==" data-src="https://i.ytimg.com/vi/Otjd5iOX0bo/maxresdefault.jpg" />
Another possibility for the plot of the sequel could be if I Am Legend 2 is a prequel to the first one. This way it wouldn&#8217;t be possible to make the movie without the main character that is the<a href="https://netflixjunkie.com/netflix-news-i-was-reintroducing-myself-back-to-working-more-consistently-will-smith-opens-up-about-his-experience-working-on-king-richard/"> King Richard star</a>, Will Smith. The plot of the prequel could trace the story of the events set before the first film. This allows the ending of the original film to stay in place. Although, the actor&#8217;s age might be a challenge. But at least this gives the possibility of the characterization and the plot of the first movie staying the same.
ALSO READ: <a href="https://netflixjunkie.com/netflix-news-the-stinking-story-of-will-smith-tommy-lee-jones-and-a-torture-on-men-in-black-production/" rel="bookmark">The ‘Stinking’ Story of Will Smith, Tommy Lee Jones, and a Torture on ‘Men in Black’ Production</a>
Whatever the story will be, the fans are extremely excited about the return of their favorite star. What is your theory about the second movie starring your favorite actor? Are you also eagerly waiting for Smith&#8217;s return to the big screen? Share your views with us in the comment box.

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