Nintendo has commenced principal photography on its live-action Legend of Zelda adaptation, releasing initial images of the two principal cast members in costume. Benjamin Evan Ainsworth, 16, appears as Link alongside Bo Bragason, 21, portraying Princess Zelda in production photographs captured in New Zealand, where filming will continue through spring.
The studio previously confirmed the fantasy adventure for theatrical release and positioned it as its second major cinematic venture following the Super Mario Galaxy Movie. Production documentation indicates the New Zealand shoot will span several months as the project works toward completion.
The adaptation represents a departure from Nintendo's animated offerings, potentially exploring more sophisticated narrative elements present throughout the franchise's history. Whether the film maintains the family-friendly approach of previous Nintendo cinema projects or embraces darker thematic material remains uncertain ahead of its scheduled premiere.
The studio previously confirmed the fantasy adventure for theatrical release and positioned it as its second major cinematic venture following the Super Mario Galaxy Movie. Production documentation indicates the New Zealand shoot will span several months as the project works toward completion.
The adaptation represents a departure from Nintendo's animated offerings, potentially exploring more sophisticated narrative elements present throughout the franchise's history. Whether the film maintains the family-friendly approach of previous Nintendo cinema projects or embraces darker thematic material remains uncertain ahead of its scheduled premiere.
