The director of the upcoming Sonic The Hedgehog movie has promised to change the design of the main character following a backlash from fans.
A trailer for the film, starring Ben Schwartz and Jim Carrey, arrived earlier this week, but sparked criticism for its depiction of the titular hedgehog.
He’s a whole new speed of hero. Watch the new trailer for Sonic The Hedgehog, in theatres this November. #SonicMovie pic.twitter.com/mogO8hfRaX
— Sonic The Hedgehog (@SonicMovie) April 30, 2019
Producers used computer animation for Sonic and fan criticism focused on his teeth and “disproportionate” legs.
Director Jeff Fowler has vowed to change the design ahead of the film’s planned November release.
Thank you for the support. And the criticism. The message is loud and clear… you aren't happy with the design & you want changes. It's going to happen. Everyone at Paramount & Sega are fully committed to making this character the BEST he can be… #sonicmovie #gottafixfast 🔧✌️
— Jeff Fowler (@fowltown) May 2, 2019
He tweeted: “Thank you for the support. And the criticism. The message is loud and clear… you aren’t happy with the design & you want changes.
“It’s going to happen. Everyone at Paramount & Sega are fully committed to making this character the BEST he can be… #sonicmovie #gottafixfast.”
Gotta go FAST! Check out the new poster for Sonic The Hedgehog, in theatres this November! Watch the new trailer now: https://t.co/NbITGxavhF pic.twitter.com/bZ66lRUNe2
— Sonic The Hedgehog (@SonicMovie) April 30, 2019
It is unclear if animators will now go back to the studio to tweak the design.
Sonic The Hedgehog first appeared in a 1991 video game of the same name. He is known for being able to run at extremely high speeds.
Schwartz will voice Sonic in the upcoming film while Carrey will star as his nemesis, Dr Robotnik.