Zack Snyder, known for his work on Justice League and Man of Steel, is turning heads with his latest project, Zack Snyder new movie Deviants, which promises a daring focus on lesbian characters and a provocative story. Revealed during an interview, the film concept emerged from a conversation between Snyder and Tig Notaro, adding a fresh element to Snyder’s upcoming slate after his collaboration with Netflix ended.
Snyder Shifts Focus After Netflix Era
After a productive period with Netflix, which resulted in Army of the Dead and the Rebel Moon franchise, Zack Snyder is steering towards new creative pursuits. While Netflix has opted to move on from the director following several ambitious yet divisive projects, Snyder remains active, currently producing his passion project The Last Photograph, and considering possible UFC and 300-themed movies.
The Origins of Deviants: Tig Notaro’s Unconventional Pitch
A spark for Zack Snyder new movie Deviants was ignited during an appearance by Tig Notaro on the On With Kara Swisher podcast. Notaro, who replaced Chris D’Elia in Army of the Dead, recounted her unexpected viral fame from that film.
“I go viral for being sexy in this film,”
– Tig Notaro, Army of the Dead Star
“And it was so unexpected. My phone’s exploding. I’m not walking around going ‘Oh my God,’ you know, ‘check me out.’ I was so confused. So I called Zack, and I said, ‘I’m hearing it from straight men, gay men, gay women and straight women that they think I’m hot in this movie.’”
– Tig Notaro, Army of the Dead Star
Inspired by the reactions, Notaro proposed a bold idea to Zack Snyder.
“’What if we just went for it and everyone’s a hot lesbian?’ He was like, ‘Oh my God, yes, let’s make that movie.’ And so who knows? It’s a Hollywood project. We’re in the process of putting the script together. Picture this poster: We have the name of the film, and then it says ‘Hot Lesbian Action.’ That’s how I sold him on the Zoom.”
– Tig Notaro, Army of the Dead Star
Period Piece with a Twist
Though the pitch initially sounded like banter, Notaro emphasized that the project is progressing, confirming its name and offering insight into its tone.
“As of now, the movie is called ‘Deviants,’”
– Tig Notaro, Army of the Dead Star
“and takes place back in some old-timey days, like some closeted deviants.”
– Tig Notaro, Army of the Dead Star
Set in a bygone era, Deviants will explore themes of identity and hidden truths, resonating with Snyder’s history of strong female action leads, as seen in Sucker Punch and Wonder Woman’s DCEU introduction. The film looks to meld period drama with contemporary social dynamics, potentially attracting a wide range of viewers.
Potential Impact and What Lies Ahead
While the partnership with Netflix has concluded, Zack Snyder and Tig Notaro appear determined to bring Deviants to the big screen, with script development underway. The director’s fondness for bold female narratives, his long-standing association with DC characters, and the ongoing celebration of influential artists like Jim Lee hint at a project poised to fuel discussion in the film world. If greenlit, Deviants could become a milestone in representing LGBTQ+ stories within action-driven period cinema, challenging conventions and increasing visibility for diverse perspectives.
