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A new rumor from Jeff Sneider claims that Wes Ball will NOT return to direct the next Planet of the Apes movie, choosing instead to focus full-time on the live-action Legend of Zelda film. So what does that mean for the Apes franchise… and should fans be worried?
In today’s video, I break down the rumor, share my honest thoughts on Ball leaving, talk about why director changes aren’t always a bad thing, and explain why Planet of the Apes might actually benefit from fresh blood. Plus, I compare it to franchises like Mission: Impossible that thrive on rotating talent.
What do YOU think? Should Wes Ball stay in the world of Apes or move on to Hyrule?
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VIDEO SUMMARYThis video contains Sean Chandler Talks About's
Planet of the Apes Director QUITS?! What This Means for the Franchise
Zelda Movie Steals Apes Director?! Here’s What’s REALLY Going On
Wes Ball Leaving Apes?! How the Franchise Survives the Shake-Up
Planet of the Apes Future in Danger? Director Exit Rumor Explained
Zelda vs. Planet of the Apes – Did Hollywood Just Lose the Wrong Guy?
Planet of the Apes Director Change: Should Fans Be Worried?
Wes Ball Leaving Apes? Why This Might Be GOOD for the Franchise
Jeff Sneider’s Scoop: Is the Apes Franchise About to Change Forever?
Can Planet of the Apes Stay Great Without Wes Ball?
The Rumor That Shook Planet of the Apes – Here’s My Take
AFFLIATE DISCLAIMERI may earn a small commission for my endorsement, recommendation, testimonial, and/or link to any products or services from this video.
A new rumor from Jeff Sneider claims that Wes Ball will NOT return to direct the next Planet of the Apes movie, choosing instead to focus full-time on the live-action Legend of Zelda film. So what does that mean for the Apes franchise… and should fans be worried?
In today’s video, I break down the rumor, share my honest thoughts on Ball leaving, talk about why director changes aren’t always a bad thing, and explain why Planet of the Apes might actually benefit from fresh blood. Plus, I compare it to franchises like Mission: Impossible that thrive on rotating talent.
What do YOU think? Should Wes Ball stay in the world of Apes or move on to Hyrule?
#PlanetOfTheApes #WesBall #LegendOfZeldaMovie #JeffSneider #MovieNews #ApesFranchise #FilmRumors #HollywoodNews #MovieDiscussion #DirectorChange #PlanetOfTheApes4 #ZeldaMovie #SeanChandler #FilmAnalysis #SciFiMovies
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This is a clip from my weekly Ask Me Anything show on Patreon. If you're interested in my box office round up series, my weekly AMAs or other Patreon exclusives check out my Patreon page here: patreon.com/seanchandler
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FIND ME ONLINE
INSTAGRAM @seantalksabout
TWITTER @kirkneverdied
FACEBOOK facebook.com/seanchandlertalksabout
Patreon patreon.com/seanchandler
This is a Sean Chandler Plus video
FIND THE SEAN CHANDLER PODCAST:
ITUNES: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-sean-chandler-podcast/id1498677542
SPOTIFY: open.spotify.com/show/3xv87P7IlCwccth177rnM6
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Check out the complete list of gear I use for creating my YouTube videos here: kit.co/SeanChandler/my-youtube-equipment
See a list of my posters (and where to get them) here: kit.co/SeanChandler/my-movie-posters
See a list of my Funko Pops here: kit.co/SeanChandler/my-funko-pop-collection
Fan Mail can be sent to:
Sean M. Chandler
PO Box 1042
Hutto, TX 78634
VIDEO SUMMARYThis video contains Sean Chandler Talks About's
Planet of the Apes Director QUITS?! What This Means for the Franchise
Zelda Movie Steals Apes Director?! Here’s What’s REALLY Going On
Wes Ball Leaving Apes?! How the Franchise Survives the Shake-Up
Planet of the Apes Future in Danger? Director Exit Rumor Explained
Zelda vs. Planet of the Apes – Did Hollywood Just Lose the Wrong Guy?
Planet of the Apes Director Change: Should Fans Be Worried?
Wes Ball Leaving Apes? Why This Might Be GOOD for the Franchise
Jeff Sneider’s Scoop: Is the Apes Franchise About to Change Forever?
Can Planet of the Apes Stay Great Without Wes Ball?
The Rumor That Shook Planet of the Apes – Here’s My Take
AFFLIATE DISCLAIMERI may earn a small commission for my endorsement, recommendation, testimonial, and/or link to any products or services from this video.
