The man is one of the most critically acclaimed directors in Hollywood, he wants to make World War Z for less money than the original and he’s clearly enthusiastic about this project.
Long before David Fincher was even remotely associated with World War Z 2, A Monster Calls’ J.A. Bayona was tapped to direct the flick, but by January 2016, he dropped out.
With him helming World War Z 2, there’s a good chance it could be one of those rare sequels that’s better than its predecessor.
If Paramount’s wise, they’ll hopefully reconsider their position and secure Fincher as soon as possible.