Marvel Studios has reportedly narrowed their search for a director for Captain Marvel down to three female filmmakers.
According to The Hollywood Reporter, the leading candidates are Niki Caro (Whale Rider, McFarland USA), Lesli Linka Glatter (Homeland, True Blood) and Lorene Scafaria (Seeking a Friend for the End of the World, The Meddler).
Two other earlier contenders, The Babadook's Jennifer Kent and Kung Fu Panda 2's Jennifer Yuh, are said to no longer be in the running.
Additional female filmmakers may be considered down the line.
"A decision won't be made anytime soon as Marvel is being very deliberate in its search," claims the trade. "Insiders tell THR that the next stage will involve Marvel giving a treatment and documents to the directors in order to prepare a detailed presentation."
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According to The Hollywood Reporter, the leading candidates are Niki Caro (Whale Rider, McFarland USA), Lesli Linka Glatter (Homeland, True Blood) and Lorene Scafaria (Seeking a Friend for the End of the World, The Meddler).
Two other earlier contenders, The Babadook's Jennifer Kent and Kung Fu Panda 2's Jennifer Yuh, are said to no longer be in the running.
Additional female filmmakers may be considered down the line.
"A decision won't be made anytime soon as Marvel is being very deliberate in its search," claims the trade. "Insiders tell THR that the next stage will involve Marvel giving a treatment and documents to the directors in order to prepare a detailed presentation."
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