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"The Division" video game is being adapted into a film directed by Rawson Thurber, who is inspired by the game's attention to detail and themes of helping others. The movie will focus on normal individuals saving society in a mid-crisis setting, set in New York with an emphasis on moral choices and character development. Key elements from the game will be portrayed, such as iconic skills and technology. The project is currently in the scripting phase, with a plan to start shooting by the end of 2021. Actors Jake Gyllenhaal and Jessica Chastain are onboard, and the focus is on creating an exciting story with heart, jeopardy, and humor, aiming to appeal to a wide audience while staying true to the game's essence.
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In this segment of the video, it is highlighted that a film adaptation of the video game “The Division” is back in development after years of silence. A new director, Rawson Thurber, an avid fan of the franchise, has taken over the project. Thurber expressed admiration for the game’s attention to detail and gritty atmosphere. He emphasized that the core concept of the game, centered around helping others and doing good, is a key motivator for the direction he wants to take the movie in.
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In this part of the video, the speaker discusses how “The Division” is not a post-apocalyptic story, but a mid-crisis story where society is on the edge and it’s up to individuals to save it. The Division agents are portrayed as normal people from diverse backgrounds who run towards danger to help others. The film will be set in New York and will focus on themes of moral choices and supporting those in need. The director aims to create a movie that captures the essence of the game’s story and characters while also appealing to a wider audience. The film will include iconic skills and technology from the game, such as Sycamines, pulse turrets, and a hive. Ultimately, the focus will be on storytelling and character development rather than just action sequences.
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In this segment of the video, the focus is on the movie currently in the scripting phase, with Rawson Thurber starting from scratch with writer Alan Shenman for a specific vision. Pre-production will start after script approval, aiming to begin shooting by the end of 2021. Jake Gyllenhaal and Jessica Chastain are dedicated to the project. Rawson Thurber aims to create an exciting story with heart, jeopardy, and humor. The video creator expresses gratitude to Born Diesel for insights on the project and emphasizes support for the Division community.