ABS-CBN and Star Cinema recently released a statement, saying director Erik Matti will no longer be working on the movie adaptation of the comic character “Darna” to be played by Liza Soberano due to “creative differences”.
In his Instagram account, Matti confirmed the news and released his statement regarding the matter, thanking everyone who have worked hard for the film, including Liza.
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He wrote: “As it has been announced, I have officially resigned from the movie Darna. It’s been 5 years and how I wish I coud have finished it after all the hard work that went into preparing and putting it together. Unfortunately, things didn’t work out ideally for both parties.
Darna is personal to me. My first project in the industry was as continuity supervisor for Peque Gallaga’s Darna with Anjanette Abayari. And doing this modern reboot of the classic superhero, I feel that I have come full circle in this industry.
I would like to thank my staff and crew who have toiled through the process bringing forth brilliant design and execution ideas as to how we can bring to life a uniquely modern take of our iconic Filipino superhero that can be relevant to the times.
To Liza Soberano, thank you for the dedication and commitment. I’m sure you’ll be a kickass Darna.
To Star Cinema, ABS-CBN, and the next director, I wish you all the best for this project.”
Angel Locsin was initially chosen to portray the role but the actress had to back out due to health concerns.
Last May 2017, Liza was officially announced as the new Darna for the movie under Star Cinema.
(Photo source: Instagram – @lizasoberanoisdarna/ @erikmatti
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