“The Book of Life” is an animated film that blends Mexican folklore with breathtaking visuals, created by Guillermo del Toro as co-producer and Jorge Gutierrez as director. Since its release, audiences around the globe have been transfixed. Since its announcement, there have been whispers about a sequel; fans eagerly anticipate its arrival; it now bears its title of “The Book of Life 2.” Here is what we know so far.
The Book of Life: A Glimpse of the Charm
The Book of Life unfolds against an eye-popping tapestry of vibrant colors and captivating character, and introduces us to an engaging museum guide who becomes entranced by Manolo, the young bullfighter captivated by a story about love becoming his guide when faced with untimely death – taking him down an incredible journey into realms governed by love as his guide.
The film is a masterpiece of storytelling and character development. It features voice talent like Diego Luna and Zoe Saldana. Ron Perlman and Channing Tatum also contributed to the success. It was compared to Pixar’s “Coco” because of its similarities in theme, but Jorge Gutierrez said that he enjoyed the latter.
Confirmation of the Sequel
The animation community went wild in 2017 when ReelFX and director Jorge Gutierrez announced that “The Book of Life 2”, a sequel to the original, was under way. The waters are still murky, and there have been few updates about the sequel since this announcement.
Gutierrez’s other projects
To understand the timeline of “The Book of Life 2”, it is necessary to look at Gutierrez’s previous endeavors. He was given the responsibility of directing the Netflix animated series, “Maya And The Three”, which is scheduled to be released in the summer of 2021.Gutierrez, known as Mexico’s equivalent of The Lord of the Rings epic trilogy, was clearly instrumental in realizing this ambitious project successfully. Fans may need to wait patiently until its next installment was released titled the Book of Life”.
The Book of Life 2: A Sneak Peek
Gutierrez has teased certain plot threads in the sequel, but specifics are still elusive. Gutierrez envisions “The Book of Life 2”, a three-part story that explores Joaquin’s relationship with his father. Channing Tatum played a key role in the first film, Joaquin. This sequel will reveal more about his past.
The concluding film of the trilogy will focus on Maria, who married Luna’s Manolo at the climax of the first film. This narrative trajectory suggests a rich tapestry, highlighting each character’s story, culminating in an holistic narrative experience.
This sequel will also delve deeper into the relationship between Xibalba, ruler of the Land of Forgotten, and Land of Remembered ruler, Jing. This element from the first film will be further investigated with increased intrigue in this sequel.
Release Date
The Book of Life 2 is one of the most eagerly anticipated sequels in animation. The timeline remains a mystery but what is clear is that Jorge Gutierrez is committed to storytelling and quality. The Book of Life 2 will bring back the same magic and splendor as the original. This is good news for fans of the original. While its release is still a mystery, it promises folklore and love, as well as adventure!
