Bill Skarsgård, known for his role as Pennywise in the recent It movies, is set to captivate audiences in the upcoming big-screen adaptation of The Crow. Directed by Rupert Sanders, the film will also feature FKA Twigs as Shelly, Eric Draven’s lover. The story follows the tragic murder of the couple and Eric’s journey to avenge their deaths while existing between the realms of the living and the dead.

Sanders expressed his attraction to the project, citing the opportunity to explore themes of loss, grief, and the boundary between life and death. Drawing inspiration from his musical influences like Joy Division and the Cure, he envisions the movie as a dark romance, embracing the beauty of melancholy.

As the release date for The Crow approaches, comparisons to the 1994 version starring Brandon Lee are inevitable. The original film, known for its stylish adaptation of a graphic novel, still resonates with its mid-’90s aesthetic. However, Sanders aims to bring a fresh perspective to the story, acknowledging the legacy of the previous adaptation while infusing his own creative vision.